Economic Indicators

Inflation expectations down, GDP forecasts up: ECB

Economic Indicators

Inflation expectations down, GDP forecasts up: ECB

Latest economists' survey points to friendlier conditions this year

By James Langton |May 5, 2023

1 min read

U.S. adds a solid 253,000 jobs despite Fed’s rate hikes

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U.S. adds a solid 253,000 jobs despite Fed’s rate hikes

Strong growth in healthcare, restaurants and bars

By Paul Wiseman, The Associated Press |May 5, 2023

5 min read

BoC might have to rethink rate pause as unemployment remains very low: economists

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BoC might have to rethink rate pause as unemployment remains very low: economists

Average hourly wages rose 5.2% but hiring is not happening as broadly

By Nojoud Al Mallees, The Canadian Press |May 5, 2023

3 min read

BoC can address banking system stress, even as it fights inflation: Macklem

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BoC can address banking system stress, even as it fights inflation: Macklem

Central bank is prepared to raise interest rates further if required

By Nojoud Al Mallees, The Canadian Press |May 4, 2023

3 min read