Economic Indicators

Ontario backs away from PRPPs

It looks like Ontario has put a roadblock up against Ottawa’s proposed pension reforms, pushing instead for changes to the CPP.

By Tammy Burns |March 28, 2012

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U.S. homebuilder signals recovery

There are signs of a recovery in the U.S. housing market, as homebuilder Lennar posted a first-quarter profit of 8 cents a share, well above analyst consensus.

March 28, 2012

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U.S. durable goods orders rebound

In another positive sign for the U.S. economy, durable goods orders rose last month, boosted by business investment, despite a reduction in the investment tax credit.

By Wire services |March 28, 2012

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Investor confidence improves

Investor confidence was up in March, with North America driving the lead, according to the latest State Street Investor Confidence Index (ICI).

By Staff |March 27, 2012

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Debt limits raised for territories

In the U.S., limits on government debt result in dramatic political showdowns, full of threats to shut down government services and haggling over social programs. In Canada, the debt ceiling is raised by fiat, at least in the case of the territories.

By Staff |March 15, 2012

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Economic Indicators

Ontario backs away from PRPPs

U.S. homebuilder signals recovery

U.S. durable goods orders rebound

Investor confidence improves

Boost in U.S. job market won’t last: Bernanke

North American consumer confidence rises

Politicians won’t fix Ontario’s finances: CFIB

U.S. growth will boost Canada: RBC

Consumers remain wary

Debt limits raised for territories