Economic Indicators

U.S. jobless claims hit a pandemic low

Hiring strengthens to meet rising consumer demand

By Paul Wiseman, The Associated Press |August 19, 2021

3 min read

Fed at July meeting discussed pulling back on bond purchases

Some of the Fed's policymakers have argued that the bond purchases are driving up prices

By Martin Crutsinger, The Associated Press |August 18, 2021

3 min read

Inflation numbers shift focus of election campaign

O'Toole takes aim at Trudeau and Singh over the cost of living

By Jordan Press, The Canadian Press |August 18, 2021

3 min read

Forecasting growth amid Covid’s fourth wave

Damage from Delta may be limited, economist says

By Michelle Schriver |August 17, 2021

3 min read