Economy

Flaherty buys his budget shoes

In keeping with tradition, Finance Minister Jim Flaherty picked up a new pair of shoes in Toronto ahead of next week's federal budget.

By Staff, with files from The Canadian Press |February 7, 2014

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Canadians need free ATMs, says credit union

The second week of the House of Common’s 2014 session opened with spirited debate on whether Canadians are paying too much to withdraw money from ATMs across the country.

By Staff |February 7, 2014

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Outlook strong for agriculture sector

The Canadian livestock industry is set to benefit from a variety of factors this year, including lower feed costs, the weaker loonie and expected stronger economic growth on both sides of the border, shows a BMO Economics Agriculture Report.

By Staff |February 7, 2014

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Are Gen X and Y too confident about finance?

Members of Gen X and Gen Y exude a sense of confidence about achieving key financial goals despite the obstacles they're facing, shows a report by BMO’s Wealth Institute.

By Staff |February 7, 2014

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