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U.S. inflation softens in May, but Fed still expected to hold through summer

June 11, 2025 No Comments

Both core and headline CPI came in below expectations, but economists say tariff risks and solid job growth leave the Fed in wait-and-see mode until fall.

U.S. job growth defies expectations again, but tariff risks lurk

May 2, 2025 No Comments

U.S. job growth beat expectations for the second consecutive month, but economists warn the effects of reciprocal tariffs are still to come.

Canadian job growth stalls in February, BoC rate cut expected next week

March 7, 2025 No Comments

After three months of steady job gains, February saw a surprising slowdown, with employment growth stalling at just 1,100 new positions.

U.S. inflation hits 3%, Fed rate cut likely delayed until December

February 12, 2025 No Comments

U.S. headline inflation rose for the third straight month, raising the likelihood that the next Fed rate cut won’t happen until later this year.

Canada’s January job surge beats expectations, but trade war uncertainty casts a shadow

February 7, 2025 No Comments

Despite stronger-than-expected job growth in Canada for January, economists remain cautious as the looming threat of a trade war with the U.S. casts uncertainty over key sectors like manufacturing.

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U.S. inflation softens in May, but Fed still expected to hold through summer

U.S. job growth defies expectations again, but tariff risks lurk

Canadian job growth stalls in February, BoC rate cut expected next week

U.S. inflation hits 3%, Fed rate cut likely delayed until December

Canada’s January job surge beats expectations, but trade war uncertainty casts a shadow

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