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Canadian Economy Stays Resilient: Manufacturing Powerhouse Drives Fourth Straight Month of Growth

Key Takeaways Steady momentum: Canada’s GDP rose 0.2% month-on-month in February, matching expectations and marking the fourth consecutive month of positive growth. Manufacturing the standout: The sector surged 1.8% — its strongest monthly performance since January 2023 — with broad-based gains across transportation equipment and automotive. Tariff resilience: Canada has …

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ECB Holds the Line as Iran War Stagflation Threat Looms: Lagarde Warns of Worsening Energy Shock

Key Takeaways Rates held at 2%: The ECB kept its key deposit rate unchanged, sticking with a “steady-hand approach” as expected. Stagflation warning: ING analysts highlighted “increasing stagflationary pressures” in the eurozone — a toxic mix of high inflation and stagnant growth. Oil and gas pain: The Iran war has …

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Trump on the Brink: Pentagon to Brief President on Strikes as Iran Deadlock Pushes War to Boiling Point

Key Takeaways Critical military briefing: Trump is set to receive a Pentagon briefing Thursday on potential renewed military action against Iran, signaling serious consideration of breaking the two-week deadlock. Wave of strikes on the table: CENTCOM Commander Admiral Brad Cooper will present plans for attacks likely including Iranian infrastructure targets. …

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Alphabet Crushes Expectations While the Rest of the Magnificent Seven Disappoint

The most anticipated earnings night of the season delivered a classic Wall Street split — one breathtaking blowout, a high-profile stumble, and a pair of solid reports that the market simply shrugged off.Google Steals the NightAlphabet emerged as the undisputed star of the evening, posting earnings per share of $5.11 …

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Powell’s Statements, Fed’s Latest Interest Rate Statement: A Shift in Tone

The Federal Reserve’s April meeting concluded with interest rates held steady at 3.50%–3.75%, marking the third consecutive pause. While the decision was widely expected, the tone of the statement and Powell’s remarks revealed a central bank leaning hawkish overall, though with visible cracks in consensus.Economic Activity and Labor MarketThe statement …

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Fed Holds Rates Steady Amid Oil Shock and Geopolitical Uncertainty

The Federal Reserve has decided to keep its benchmark interest rate unchanged at 3.50%–3.75% during its April meeting, marking the third consecutive time policymakers have opted for stability. This outcome was widely anticipated by markets, which had already priced in a pause. The decision comes against a backdrop of heightened …

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