The most developed economies, which have been racking up spending since the mid-1960s, face record levels of debt as a result of the 2008-9 financial crisis. more...
Vacations have become a luxury for many Americans trying to make ends meet in this economic downturn, but there are signs that people are slowly, even timidly, on the move again. more...
North American stock markets looked relatively calm at the start of trading on Friday, despite disappointing employment reports in both Canada and the United States. more...