While the American economy is expected to exceed its pre-pandemic projection by 0.2% this year, Canada is expected to undershoot by 3.2%. It is in every nation’s best interest to work for the success and health of all economies. … READ MORE >
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5 trends from government services companies’ Q4 earnings calls
The government services ecosystem positioned itself in the fourth quarter of calendar year 2020 for the Biden administration’s key areas of focus—cyber, space, public health, technology-driven supply chains, the environment and sustainability goals. … READ MORE >
CHART OF THE DAY: Unexpected risk and a blocked Suez Canal
Just when optimism was returning to the global economy, a shortage of microchips threatens the automobile industry and a container ship gets stuck in the Suez Canal, threatening the global supply chain. … READ MORE >
5 things to know in life sciences: Week of March 22
This week we highlight AstraZeneca-Oxford COVID-19 vaccine challenges, FDA trends, drug-pricing reform hearings and more. … READ MORE >
CHART OF THE DAY: Manufacturing sector leading the way out of recession
The economic downturn caused by the pandemic has had many unusual dynamics, and one of these is that the manufacturing sector, along with housing, is leading the way to recovery. … READ MORE >
Initial jobless claims drop below 700,000 for first time in a year
While first-time claims remain elevated, they are moving in a constructive direction. … READ MORE >
CHART OF THE DAY: U.S. durable goods orders stall
Orders for long-lasting factory goods decreased for the first time in 10 months in February, according to U.S. Department of Commerce data released on Wednesday. … READ MORE >
CHART OF THE DAY: New home sales drop 18.2% in February as market cools
New home sales fell 18.2% in February compared to January to a seasonally adjusted 775,000 — a nine-month low. At the same time, median home prices eased 1% to $349,400 nationally, according to government data released on Tuesday. … READ MORE >
CHART OF THE DAY: Rail deal is a sign of increasing North American economic integration
Canadian Pacific’s $25 billion deal to purchase Kansas City Southern would create the first railroad network covering Canada, Mexico and the United States. … READ MORE >
5 things to know in life sciences: Week of March 15
This week we highlight possible heightened scrutiny related to pharma mergers, top drugs losing their exclusivity this year, artificial intelligence-powered hearing aids and more. … READ MORE >