Canadian unemployment level reached 9-month record high in January

Source: Bloomberg
Canada's jobless rate increased to 9-month record high in January amid slower hiring. The unemployment rate grew to 7.6% compared to 7.5% in December, said Statistics Canada. Economists questioned by Bloomberg earlier predicted that jobless level will remain unchanged at 7.5%. Hiring rose by 2300 last month. Consumers account for about 50% of Canada's economy. 
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Fri, 03 Feb 2012 14:18:41 GMT

FTSE jumps on US hiring data

FTSE 100 Index improved on Friday after PMI data confirmed European region economy is gaining momentum. UK benchmark added 0.4% with eight out of ten sectors posting gains. BT Group Plc, the biggest British Internet service provider climbed more than 3% after it raised its annual operating profit forecast and reported it has attracted more subscribers. FTSE 100 accelerated sharply

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 13:05:35 GMT

Wen Jiabao considers contributing to Euro bailout packages

Chinese PM Jiabao said the government is considering providing financing to EFSF and ESM in order to stabilize Euro monetary union after a meeting with Angel Merkel in capital Beijing. China is evaluating possible ways how to finance bailout funds through the IMF, said PM Jiabao. China is the largest holder of foreign exchange reserves. 

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