Payrolls, job vacancies rose in December: StatCan
Total labour demand increased in 2024, vacancy rate rises too
- By: James Langton
- February 27, 2025 February 27, 2025
- 12:12
Total labour demand increased in 2024, vacancy rate rises too
U.S. President Trump has at times contradicted himself about his own tariff plans
President says U.S. will double the existing 10% tariffs on China
The labour market remains healthy with plentiful jobs and relatively few layoffs
The U.S. economy grew 2.8% in 2024, compared with 2.9% in 2023
No response would weaken Ottawa's position when it comes time to review the Canada-U.S.-Mexico free trade agreement
Dismantling interprovincial trade barriers should be part of longer-term reform: RBC
Policymakers had hoped for permanent reduction in labour scarcity without increasing unemployment
Pessimism about future job opportunities also rose to worst level in more than four years: report
It's the biggest monthly decline in consumer confidence since 2021: report
Before the prospect of U.S. tariffs, most provinces had been expecting their fiscal situations to improve in 2025
“Our country will be extremely liquid and rich again,” he said
Curbs on foreign workers will hurt in short run, but represent a return to pre-pandemic levels
Newfound focus on bilateral trade may reshape global practices
Now 94, the Oracle of Omaha can still command an audience
Activism focused on increased M&A activity is expected in 2025
The U.S. housing market has been in a sales slump dating back to 2022
Sales were boosted by gains at food and beverage retailers, motor vehicle and parts dealers
Preliminary data signals a slowdown to end 2024
Despite stronger inflation, jobs, BoC may still cut rates