Economy

Global recovery to remain polarized

The uneven global economic recovery will continue to create a two-speed world where emerging economies will persistently outpace those in the developed world.

By Vikram Barhat |December 6, 2011

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Strong Q3 growth likely unsustainable

Canada's economy bounced back to life in the third quarter after an unexpected dip during the spring that appears to have been primarily caused by temporary factors.

By Wire services |November 30, 2011

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China’s growth slows, spurring stimulus

While the markets are reacting positively to news that Europeans, North American and Japan’s central banks have made dollar swaps cheaper, less attention is being paid to a move by Chinese authorities to loosen monetary policy.

By Staff |November 30, 2011

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No value play in European bonds

The European bond market is bracing for a rough week during which Belgium, Italy, Spain and France will be auctioning their debts. The timing couldn't of worse. Just last week, in it's worse-ever auction Germany failed to find buyers for about 40% of its €6 billion offering of 10-year bunds.

By Vikram Barhat |November 28, 2011

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