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- 'Dollarization' of North Korean economy, once vital, now potential threat to Kim's rule
North Korea has tolerated the widespread use of more stable foreign currencies like U.S. dollars and Chinese yuan since a bungled revaluation of the won in 2009 triggered runaway inflation and public unrest, but now the trend poses a potential threat to leader Kim Jong Un as it has undermined his government's control over money supply and monetary policies.
- Are more interest rate hikes on the way? Here's what experts say
In the wake of the Bank of Canada’s unexpected rate hike, economists are pointing to further tightening in the near term.
- Stretched thin, parents have swath of options to save for children's education
Parents are finding it tougher than ever to save for their children's post-secondary education, but the mainstays of post-secondary saving remain key tools, as do clear goals and plenty of planning.
- Retailer Roots reports $8M Q1 loss, sales down from year ago
Roots Corp. reported a first-quarter loss of $8 million compared with a loss of $5.3 million a year earlier, as its sales edged down on lower demand for its popular sweatpants.
- S&P/TSX composite ticks lower Thursday, U.S. stock markets move higher
Canada's main stock index ticked lower Thursday amid broad-based weakness, while U.S. markets moved higher, led by the technology sector.
- Have rising home prices driven you to leave Canada? We want to hear from you
The Bank of Canada's latest decision to raise its key interest rate comes at a time when many are struggling to afford their homes. CTVNews.ca wants to hear from people in Canada who are going to great lengths to find affordable housing.
- Rate hike 'may be the last straw' for some homeowners: mortgage broker
With the latest hike bringing Canada's key interest rates to levels not seen since 2001, one mortgage broker is warning that it may be 'the last straw' for some homeowners with variable mortgages.
- Irving Oil weighing its options, including the possible sale of its assets
Irving Oil says it’s undertaking a “strategic review” with an eye to its future. In a release Wednesday, the company says it’s looking at a number of options, including the sale of its assets.
- Indigo founder Heather Reisman retires, almost half of board steps down
Indigo founder Heather Reisman announced she is retiring as almost half of the book retailer's board of directors steps down.
- Bank of Canada ends pause on hikes, raises policy rate by 25 basis points
The Bank of Canada raised its overnight rate by 25 basis points to 4.75 per cent on Wednesday, its first increase since pausing hikes in January.
- Asian Markets Track Wall Street Higher
(RTTNews) - Asian stock markets are mostly higher on Friday, following the broadly positive cues from Wall Street overnight, on easing concerns over the outlook for interest rates after report showing initial jobless claims in the U.S. increased by much more than expected last we
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- Japanese Market Sharply Higher
(RTTNews) - The Japanese stock market is sharply higher on Friday, recouping the losses in the previous two sessions, with the benchmark Nikkei 225 moving above the 32,100 level to climb back toward fresh 33-year highs, following the broadly positive cues from Wall Street overnig
- Higher Open Predicted For Thai Stock Market
(RTTNews) - The Thai stock market has moved higher in two straight sessions, jumping more than 30 points or 2 percent along the way. The Stock Exchange of Thailand now sits just beneath the 1,560-point plateau and it's got a firm lead again for Friday's trade.
- Indonesia Stock Market Has Positive Lead
(RTTNews) - The Indonesia stock market has moved higher in two straight sessions, rising almost 50 points or 0.8 percent along the way. The Jakarta Composite Index now rests just above the 6,665-point plateau and it's expected to open in the green again on Friday.
- Global markets update: US stocks up on hopes of no hike in Fed rates
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- DIRTT’s Chicago Experience Center Opens its Doors to Demonstrate Dynamic Interior Construction
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- Saputo Reports Fourth Quarter and Fiscal 2023 Results
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- Saputo Reports Fourth Quarter and Fiscal 2023 Results
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- Spectral Medical Inc. Announces Results of Annual and Special Meeting of Shareholders
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- Marvel / Falcon Option Baie Verte Projects to Carmanah Minerals Corp.
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- ALX Resources Corp. Applies to Amend Warrant Terms
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- Wesdome Provides Update on Operations Amidst Forest Fires in Quebec and Ontario
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- Global markets update: US stocks up on hopes of no hike in Fed rates
The S&P 500 gained 26.41 points, or 0.62%, at 4,293.93. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 168.59 points, or 0.5%, at 33,833.61. The Nasdaq Composite added 133.63 points, or 1.02%, at 13,238.52. Investors are awaiting inflation data on June 13 and a …
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- Cues Suggest Mixed Open For Canadian Markets
Investors might be further reacting to the 25 basis point increase of interest rates to 4.75 percent by the Bank of Canada. Early signs suggest that Canadian markets might open mixed. Gold and Silver Futures are positive. Oil Futures are adding 0.65 …
- Global markets update: US stocks close mixed on profit-booking
The S&P 500 fell 16.33, or 0.4%, at 4,267.52. The Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 91.74, or 0.3%, at 33,665.02. The Nasdaq composite fell 171.52, or 1.3%, at 13,104.89. Microsoft, Amazon, Nvidia and Alphabet all sank at least 3%. In the bond market …