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Canada’s Job Market Surprises with Strong September Gains, Delaying Rate Cut Expectations

Employment Growth Defies Forecasts Canada’s labour market delivered an unexpected boost in September, adding 60,400 jobs, according to Statistics Canada. The unemployment rate held steady at 7.1%, defying economists’ forecasts for a 2,500 job loss and a modest uptick in the jobless rate to 7.2%, based on Bank of Montreal consensus estimates. While the headline…

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U.S. Government Shutdown Sparks Investor Concerns Over Economic Fallout

Global investors are growing uneasy as the U.S. government enters another shutdown, with no funding deal reached by Congress. While markets have typically shrugged off past shutdowns, this one feels different — potentially longer and more damaging, especially with President Trump’s push for mass firings instead of temporary furloughs. Such job losses could raise unemployment…

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Government Shutdown Likely on October 1, but Market and Economic Impact Expected to Be Limited

Shutdown Looms Amid Political Standoff Without a last-minute agreement, parts of the U.S. government are expected to shut down on October 1. With government funding bills requiring 60 votes in the Senate, and Republicans holding just 53 seats, bipartisan support is essential to avoid a shutdown. However, a tense political environment and tight timeline have…

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Carney Defends International Trips as Key to Securing Foreign Investment and Economic Growth

Prime Minister Mark Carney is defending his series of international visits, stating they are essential for opening new markets and attracting foreign investment to support Canada’s long-term economic goals. During a four-day visit to London, Carney met with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer to follow up on economic and security agreements reached during Starmer’s June…

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Canada’s Bold Business Moves 2025: Major Government Investments and Corporate Shakeups You Can’t Miss

Canada’s Business Landscape: Fresh Momentum and Forward Thinking Canada’s business ecosystem has entered the fall of 2025 with a clear sense of momentum and renewed ambition. With swift policy actions, collaborative ventures, and an eye on global markets, Canadian businesses are showing remarkable agility in a rapidly changing environment. Here’s an insider’s look at the…

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2 Rock-Solid Dividend Stocks to Buy and Hold Forever

Canadian investors planning for long-term wealth often turn to dividend-paying stocks — and with good reason. Blue-chip companies that consistently distribute dividends and buy back shares can offer a powerful combination of income and capital growth over time. However, it’s easy to get distracted by high dividend yields and overlook companies with lower payouts but…

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These 2 Canadian Bank Stocks Have Doubled in 5 Years — Are They Still Worth Buying?

After several years of choppy performance, Canadian bank stocks are finally enjoying a strong recovery in 2025 — and two standout names have delivered exceptional returns. While the past few years were marked by volatility and muted price appreciation, patient investors who bought during the downturn between 2022 and 2024 are now sitting on solid…

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