6 d. ago After a period of economic growth, unemployment rises in Montreal ahead of municipal vote

The two leading candidates in the mayoral race set to meet for a debate on the city’s economy and business environment at the Chamber of Commerce of Metropolitan Montreal. 

Politics

6 d. ago Canada’s population growth has stalled. Here’s what it means for the economy

Financial Post looks at the business and housing impact, as well as pension funding, health-care costs and other effects

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7 d. ago Prescient Is Cautious on South African Credit as Risks Linger

Investors are taking too much risk in South African corporate bonds given the weak outlook for economic growth, according to Prescient Investment Management.

Economics

7 d. ago European Stocks Are Set for Best September Gain in Six Years

European stocks were set to wrap up September with the best performance since 2019, as optimism around resilient US economic growth and lower interest rates lifted risk appetite.

Economics

1 week ago Spain Wins Double Upgrade at Moody’s and Fitch on Strong Economy

Spain was upgraded by Moody’s Ratings and Fitch Ratings, a double-whammy that recognizes the economy’s standout growth performance in the euro area.

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1 week ago Economists Lower US Job Growth Through 2026, Fueling Rate Cuts

Economists downgraded their projections for US job growth through the end of next year, helping explain why the Federal Reserve is expected continue to lower interest rates.

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1 week ago Mexico’s Central Bank Trims Interest Rate to 7.50%, Continuing Easing Cycle

Mexico’s central bank stuck to a slower pace of monetary easing by cutting its benchmark interest rate by a quarter point, as economic growth remains sluggish and trade tensions with the US persist.

Sport

1 week ago OECD hikes growth outlook for Canada and the world, but warns full effect of tariffs yet to be felt

OECD has revised up the Canadian growth outlook by a modest 0.1% for both 2025 and 2026

Economics

2 w. ago Kazakhstan Seeks Economic Growth Beyond Oil and Leans on China to Find It

Kazakhstan is pushing ahead with efforts to wean itself off oil, leaning on China and plowing tens of billions of dollars into supporting growth, according to the deputy premier overseeing the economy.

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2 w. ago Bank of England and OECD Sound Warnings on Sticky UK Inflation

Bank of England Chief Economist Huw Pill said that structural changes in the UK economy may be keeping inflation elevated, as the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development warned Britain will suffer the fastest price growth in the Group of Seven.

Economics

2 w. ago ECB at ‘Good Equilibrium,’ No Need to Ease More, Stournaras Says

The European Central Bank is probably done lowering borrowing costs, with any further easing needing meaningful changes to the outlook for prices and economic growth, Governing Council member Yannis Stournaras said.

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2 w. ago Danielle Smith talks economic growth, youth employment and Carney with Calgary's Chamber of Commerce

Alberta premier shared her thougths on the youth unemployment crisis and pipeline talks

Transport

2 w. ago GOLDSTEIN: Trudeau era featured worst economic growth since Great Depression, study says

While Trudeau was boasting about strong economic growth, average Canadian's standard of living was plummeting

Politics

2 w. ago Ontario deficit to explode next year, budget watchdog projects

Ontario's Financial Accountability Officer said falling revenue combined with slower economic growth is expected to 'significantly increase' the province's deficit.

Other

2 w. ago Analysts See More Easing Ahead After Bank of Canada Cuts to 2.5%

The Bank of Canada cut its policy interest rate for the first time since March, matching the expectations of markets and many economists. With weak economic growth on the horizon and a tough outlook for job-seekers, several analysts believe the central bank isn’t done.

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2 w. ago Cygnus reports a 78% increase in M&I resource at its Chibougamau Copper

Mineral Resource update shows significant growth with initial resource from Golden Eye; Increase in M&I provides foundation for advancing economic studies; Plus substantial scope for further resource growth with ongoing drilling HIGHLIGHTS: Global Measured & Indicated Mineral Resource (“M&I”) estimate of 6.4 Mt at 3.0% CuEq for 193kt CuEq and Inferred Mineral Resource of 8.5 Mt […]

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2 w. ago Alberta changing industrial carbon tax program to recognize company investments

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith said the move, likely to come into effect this fall, would support economic growth while ensuring energy companies work to lower emissions.

Economics

2 w. ago Will interest rates come down? The Bank of Canada is about to decide

The Bank of Canada is widely anticipated to cut interest rates on Wednesday after weak reports on unemployment and economic growth, as well as signs of cooling inflation.

Other

2 w. ago Ireland to Allow Data Centers to Link Up to Fossil Fuel Plants

Ireland is set to green-light policies that allow data centers to use fossil fuels to power their operations, a shift that highlights the tension between economic growth and climate goals.

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3 w. ago Hong Kong Set to Detail Tech Hub Plans to Bolster AI Ambition

Hong Kong’s leader John Lee is expected to announce that the city is speeding up the development of a cross-border tech hub with China as the Asian financial hub searches for new growth drivers to revive its fragile economy.

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