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Canada's Q1 GDP expands by 2.2% - beating estimates

Canada's economy grew faster than expected in the first quarter, data showed today, mainly driven by exports as companies in the US rushed to stockpile goods before President Donald Trump's tariffs were implemented.
Business • 30 May

Canada's central bank raises key interest rate to 1.5%

The Bank of Canada has today hiked its benchmark interest rate to 1.5%, the first increase since January, as the Group of Seven economy tries to tame inflation.
Business • 11 Jul 18

Canada's economy cools in third quarter

The Canadian economy slowed in the third quarter after a strong first half of the year as exports tumbled, new figures show today.
Business • 01 Dec 17

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