Economy

Bank of Canada expected to raise rates despite rise in unemployment

The increase came as the economy added 60,000 jobs in June, driven by gains in full-time work

By Nojoud Al Mallees, The Canadian Press |July 7, 2023

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U.S. hiring slowed in June, but figures still solid

The latest evidence of economic strength makes it all but certain that the Fed will resume rate hikes

By Christopher Rugaber, The Associated Press |July 7, 2023

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Statistics Canada reports $3.4B merchandise trade deficit for May

The B.C. port strike will likely put a dent in July's trade figures

By The Canadian Press |July 6, 2023

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Toronto home sales and prices up from last June, down from May

Buyer interest remains high but supply is tight and mortgage rates tough to grapple with

By Tara Deschamps, The Canadian Press |July 6, 2023

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