Economy
Canadian Economy Forges Independence After Trump Tariff Threats
Canadian consumer and business behavior has shifted significantly away from reliance on the U.S. after trade disputes in 2025, creating a more independent economic environment. This trend is reshaping trade dynamics and domestic economic policies.
Economy
Canadian Unemployment Rate Expected to Rise: Implications for Traders
Canada's labor market is under scrutiny as February data is expected to show a slight increase in the unemployment rate to 6.7%, despite a projected gain of 10,000 jobs. This reflects complex dynamics in labor force participation and population growth, impacting market sentiment.
Economy
Global Economic Week Ahead: UK GDP Momentum, Canadian Labor Concerns
This week's global economic data releases will provide key insights into the health of major economies. Focus will be on UK GDP, Canadian labor market trends, and inflation data from Mexico and India.
Economy
US Job Market Weakens: Implications for Fed Rate Policy
The latest jobs report reveals a significant slowdown in the US labor market, with nonfarm payrolls declining and unemployment rising, signaling potential challenges for the Federal Reserve's monetary policy.
Economy
Canada's Unemployment Rate Increase: Trading and Investment Implications
Canada's job market faces scrutiny as February data suggests a rise in the unemployment rate to 6.7%, despite a projected employment increase of 10,000. This mixed signal reflects a complex interplay of factors, including population growth deceleration and labor force participation rate fluctuations, impacting trading strategies and investment decisions.
Economy
US Labor Market Weakness Intensifies: What It Means for the Fed
February's disappointing jobs report, showing a 92K decline in nonfarm payrolls and rising unemployment, signals a weakening US labor market. Despite resilient consumer spending, the data raises concerns about economic growth and the Federal Reserve's policy response.
Economy
Global Economy Reels as Iran Conflict Sparks Energy Price Shock
Geopolitical tensions surrounding Iran have triggered a surge in energy prices, threatening to disrupt economic growth and fuel inflation worldwide. Market reactions include revised expectations for central bank policies and concerns over supply chain disruptions.
Economy
One year after Trump’s sovereignty threats, Canadians keep ‘elbows up’
An unusual swell of Canadian patriotism seen after Trump's threats and tariffs last year has evolved into a new social and economic order.
Economy
International Week Ahead-March 6, 2026
International Week Ahead Canada Labor Force Survey: Trade-Related Sectors Likely to Remain a Drag Canada Manufacturing Sales: Weak January Print After a Robust December Increase U.K. Monthly GDP: Strong Momentum to Start the Year Mexico CPI: Oil Price Shock Makes Banxico’s Inflation Outlook More Challenging India CPI: RBI Now Firmly on Hold, Balance of Risk […] The post International Week Ahead-March 6, 2026 appeared first on ActionForex.
Economy
U.S. Weekly Economic & Financial Commentary
Summary U.S. Week In Review The February jobs report was uniformly negative. Nonfarm payrolls slipped by 92K, labor force participation declined and the unemployment rate ticked up to 4.4%. Yet, increased productivity growth remains a green shoot amid increasingly apparent labor market deterioration. Control group retail sales also suggested that consumer spending remained buoyant in […] The post U.S. Weekly Economic & Financial Commentary appeared first on ActionForex.
Economy
Canada’s Jobs and Unemployment Rate Likely Ticked Higher in February
February’s Labour Force Survey for Canada next Friday, alongside January’s international merchandise trade report on Thursday will be in focus to assess whether the economy started 2026 on a solid footing. We expect employment to increase by 10,000 in February, while the unemployment rate edges higher to 6.7% from 6.5% in January-reflecting a partial retracement […] The post Canada’s Jobs and Unemployment Rate Likely Ticked Higher in February appeared first on ActionForex.
Economy
Weekly Chartstopper: March 6, 2026
Since the conflict with Iran began on Saturday, markets have been trying to assess its economic impact – the main channel being higher energy prices.