Economy

Bank of Japan hikes for first time in 17 years

The BOJ ends its negative interest rate policy

By Yuri Kageyama, The Associated Press |March 19, 2024

4 min read

Fed likely to preach patience as markets look ahead to rate cuts

Federal Reserve officials are expected to play it safe when they meet this week

By Christopher Rugaber, The Associated Press |March 18, 2024

4 min read

Economists expect inflation rate ticked up above 3% last month

Higher energy prices are driving the increase

By Nojoud Al Mallees, The Canadian Press |March 18, 2024

3 min read

Home sales in February up nearly 20%

Buyers are showing more optimism than last year

By The Canadian Press |March 18, 2024

2 min read