Economic Indicators

Armenia launches Kardashian bond

Whether it’s a renewed interest in emerging markets, or simply the name, Armenia’s Kardashian bond has enjoyed strong demand, reports NBC News. It’s named after TV personality Kim Kardashian, who is of Armenian descent, and never fails to make headlines. She and rapper Kanye West welcomed daughter North West in June. Read: Cash in on […]

September 20, 2013

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U.S. 10 days from government shutdown

The GOP-controlled House voted Friday to cripple President Barack Obama's health care law as part of a risky ploy that threatens a partial shutdown of the government.

By Staff, with files from The Associated Press |September 20, 2013

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Wealthy Americans stacking up

The ranks of the well-off in the United States have increased in size and financial resources, finds the 2013 Ipsos Affluent Survey USA.

By Staff |September 20, 2013

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Inflation slows to 1.1%

The annual inflation rate slowed to 1.1 per cent in August, according to Statistics Canada.

By Staff, with files from The Canadian Press |September 20, 2013

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