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Canada reported strong jobs growth in February. U.S. President Biden signed the $1.9 trillion American Rescue Plan into law. This, and more in our latest edition of the Weekly Economic Headlines.

February U.S. jobs report was much better than expected. Early estimates show strong Canadian GDP growth in January. This, and more in our latest edition of the Weekly Economic Headlines.

Jerome Powell reiterated the U.S. Federal Reserve's plan for continued low interest rates. Japanese factory output rose in January for first time in three months. This, and more in our latest edition of the Weekly Economic Headlines.

U.S. retail sales jumped 5.3% in January, beating expectations. The Japanese government downgraded its view on its economy. This, and more in our latest edition of the Weekly Economic Headlines.

January CPI shows that U.S. inflation remains benign. The U.K. economy grew 1% in Q4, avoiding a doubledip recession. This, and more in our latest edition of the Weekly Economic Headlines.

The U.S. added 49,000 jobs in January, below expectations. Purchasing Manager's index shows continuing expansion in Canadian manufacturing. This, and more in our latest edition of the Weekly Economic Headlines.

Japan announced a US$708 billion stimulus program. The Bank of Canada maintained current interest rates and quantitative easing policy. This, and more in our latest edition of the Weekly Economic Headlines.

The IMF boosted its global economic outlook for 2021. The "Reddit rally" caused volatility among stocks championed on online forums. This, and more in our latest edition of the Weekly Economic Headlines.

Canadian retail sales continue to rebound. U.S. housing starts increased in December for the fourth straight month. This, and more in our latest edition of the Weekly Economic Headlines.

In the U.S. a bipartisan group from the House and Senate pitched a US$908 billion stimulus plan. Canada's Liberal government provided a fiscal update. This, and more in our latest edition of the Weekly Economic Headlines.

U.S. President-elect Biden unveiled a $1.9 trillion stimulus package. U.K. economy slumped in November, raising the possibility of a double-dip recession. This, and more in our latest edition of the Weekly Economic Headlines.

Oil prices surged on news of OPEC+ deal. December jobs data disappointing in both the U.S. and Canada. This, and more in our latest edition of the Weekly Economic Headlines.

U.K. approved COVID-19 vaccine developed by Oxford University and AstraZeneca. Canadian consumer confidence increased, for the fourth straight week. This, and more in our latest edition of the Weekly Economic Headlines.

Markit October PMI data continues to show strength in Change (%) the U.S. economy. U.S. jobs data showed strength in October. This, and more in our latest edition of the Weekly Economic Headlines.

Annualized U.S. GDP climbed by an impressive 33.1% in Q3. Bank of Canada outlines plan to maintain low interest rates until 2023. This, and more in our latest edition of the Weekly Economic Headlines.

Canadian retail sales climbed slightly by 0.4% in August. U.K. inflation rose modestly in September, below the Bank of England target. This, and more in our latest edition of the Weekly Economic Headlines.

U.S. jobless claims climb to 7-week high. Brexit negotiations remain unresolved, uncertainty continues. This, and more in our latest edition of the Weekly Economic Headlines.

Investors continue to anticipate the announcement of new stimulus bill from U.S. congress. European Union appears ready to call U.K.'s bluff on Brexit. This, and more in our latest edition of the Weekly Economic Headlines.