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BREAKING: Canada's Job Market is in BIG F@#KING TROUBLE

Dec 11, 2024
Canada's unemployment rate has surged to 6.8%, its highest in almost seven years, unveiling serious economic challenges. The correlation between U.S. Treasury rates and Canadian government bonds indicates a potential ripple effect. Experts are debating possible interest rate cuts as the job market shows signs of weakness, hinting at a looming recession. The interconnectedness of labor markets across North America may complicate the economic landscape further.
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Quick takeaways

  • Canada's unemployment rate has surged to 6.8%, driven by decreased hiring rather than mass layoffs, highlighting a labor market in distress.
  • The anticipated interest rate cuts by the Bank of Canada reflect a synchronized economic response to deteriorating labor market conditions shared with the U.S.

Deep dives

Surge in Unemployment Rates

Canada's unemployment rate has reached its highest level in nearly seven years, escalating to 6.8% in November. This increase is attributed to a lack of hiring, rather than mass layoffs, as companies are generally reluctant to onboard new employees. The rise in unemployment coincides with a significant decrease in labor force participation, indicating that many individuals have dropped out of the job market altogether. Additionally, the figures suggest that when former labor force dropouts decided to search for work again, they were unable to secure employment, which exacerbated the uptick in unemployment rates.

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