The goal of "maximum sustainable employment" is largely determined by forces beyond the central bank’s control.
inflation
April 15, 2022
7:00AM
Government tax revenues can increase even though the inflation-adjusted incomes of most Canadians do not.
April 13, 2022
9:47AM
Ramping up interest rates at this juncture places more of the burden of fighting inflation on consumers.
March 3, 2022
9:01AM
The president scuttled the Keystone XL pipeline and suppressed domestic production of oil and natural gas.
February 2, 2022
9:37AM
If the inflation rate remains relatively stable over time, suppliers should know when higher prices signal increased scarcity.
January 26, 2022
9:34AM
The price of meat has increased by 9 per cent in Canada.
December 10, 2021
9:58AM
The price of gas has increased by 41.7 per cent over the last 12 months.
December 6, 2021
10:17AM
Increased government regulations and higher taxes will restrain the growth of labour productivity.