Economic Indicators

Congress, Obama approve deal to end U.S. shutdown

Congress has approved a short-term bill that will end the partial shutdown in the U.S.

By Staff |October 16, 2013

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Ontario mulls a public pension plan

Canada’s largest province is thinking about becoming the first to create its own pension plan, reports the Globe and Mail.

By Staff |October 16, 2013

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Fitch says it could downgrade U.S. rating

Fitch Ratings says it could mark America’s sovereign and long-term credit rating down from AAA if U.S. politicians don’t raise the debt ceiling.

By Staff |October 16, 2013

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Low-wage fast-food jobs costing U.S. up to $7 billion

Low wages at fast food chains are costing the U.S. between $3.8 billion and $7 billion in social assistance every year, while the companies earn billions in profits.

By Staff |October 16, 2013

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