It is clear that volatility in interest rates, bond yields and foreign exchange markets will accelerate and that firms will need to consider ways to hedge that volatility. … READ MORE >
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5 things to know in life sciences: Week of Feb. 17, 2025
Biotech CEOs discuss the highs and lows of a successful IPO. This and more in this week’s life sciences update. … READ MORE >
Market minute: Rebar prices and dying disinflation
Economists have stepped up their research to ascertain if disinflation has ended and how that affects the risk matrix around the economy. … READ MORE >
Initial claims rise slightly as federal layoffs and wildfire impact was muted
The number of initial claims for jobless benefits rose slightly to 219,000 last week, close to our forecast and the pre-pandemic average of 218,000. … READ MORE >
Market minute: Soft economic landing at risk
Businesses, and the economy overall, face uncertainty amid the regime change in the global economy. … READ MORE >
4 key themes from Bank Director’s Acquire or Be Acquired 2025 conference
Bank Director’s 2025 Acquire or Be Acquired conference in January brought professionals from financial institutions together for an update on the economic landscape and to identify opportunities for growth and innovation. … READ MORE >
Housing starts plunge amid severe weather and elevated mortgage rates
The one-time seasonal factors that contributed to the decline should subside. Permits for new buildings and homes held up in January, rising by 0.1%. … READ MORE >
Market minute: Canadian dollar remains under duress
Should higher tariffs on Canada announced by the United States take effect, we would expect the value of the loonie to continue depreciating against the dollar. … READ MORE >
Canada’s consumer price index reaches 1.9% as tax holiday dampens inflation
Canada’s consumer price index reached 1.9 per cent in January as the GST/HST tax break played a major role in dampening inflation. With inflation largely stable, the Bank of Canada’s next move would depend largely on jobs data. … READ MORE >
Market minute: The ripple effect of higher European defense spending
A common European Union defense buildup would provide substantial relief to many manufacturers, particularly in Germany. … READ MORE >