Economy

Fed keeps key rate near zero, sees inflation as ‘transitory’ Fallback Image Decorative pattern

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Fed keeps key rate near zero, sees inflation as ‘transitory’

The quickening pace of growth has raised fears among some analysts that inflation could rise uncomfortably fast

By Christopher Rugaber, The Associated Press |April 28, 2021

3 min read

Retail sales climbed in February ahead of third wave: StatsCan Fallback Image Decorative pattern

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Retail sales climbed in February ahead of third wave: StatsCan

Data suggests sales will weaken in April amid new Covid restrictions

By The Canadian Press |April 28, 2021

2 min read

B.C.’s $500-million investment fund to help small, medium sized businesses Fallback Image Decorative pattern

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B.C.’s $500-million investment fund to help small, medium sized businesses

The fund will invest in start-ups that meet the government’s social, economic and environmental policy objectives

By The Canadian Press |April 27, 2021

1 min read

U.S. consumer confidence returns to pre-pandemic levels Fallback Image Decorative pattern

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U.S. consumer confidence returns to pre-pandemic levels

Economists believe the rising confidence will bolster economic growth

By Martin Crutsinger |April 27, 2021

2 min read

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