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Canada’s Job Market Gains Momentum as Unemployment Drops to 6.5%

  I n October, Canada gained 66,600 jobs and the unemployment rate dropped 0.2 percentage points to 6.9 per cent.  Canada’s labour market showed renewed strength in November , with the unemployment rate falling to 6.5% as the economy added 53,000 jobs . This marks a positive shift after months of slower employment growth, suggesting resilience despite global economic uncertainties. Key Highlights: Unemployment Rate: Down to 6.5%, the lowest in several months. Job Creation: 53,000 new positions added, driven largely by full-time employment. Sector Growth: Gains were seen in professional services, healthcare, and construction, reflecting strong demand across diverse industries. Regional Trends: Ontario and British Columbia led the way in job creation, while some provinces experienced more modest growth. Economic Context: Analysts note that the increase in employment could ease concerns about consumer spending and economic slowdown. However, wage pressures and infla...

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TSX and US Markets Rise Ahead of Earnings and Interest Rate Meetings

 


The Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) and the US markets both posted gains on Monday, January 29, 2024, ahead of earnings and interest rate meetings. The S&P/TSX composite index closed up 74.78 points at 21,200.06. The Dow Jones Industrial Average was up 224.02 points at 38,186.08. The markets picked up steam in the afternoon as Treasury yields fell.


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