Economic Data Resources
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StatsCan
The definitive source for statistical data in Canada. The government agency compiles data on the economy, commodity prices, population, and even esoteric topics like internet usage.
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StatsCan - Inflation Data
Historical CPI data compiled by StatsCan.
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Stats Can - Financial Market Stats
Weekly summary of bond yields, mortgage rates, T-bill and other selected interest rates.
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The Conference Board of Canada
The CBC provides economic research and industry analysis.
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StatsCan - Canada & the World Stats Hub
The Hub presents data related to Canada’s economic and financial activity with the world. The site brings together data from several StatsCan products in an easily navigable interactive analytical tool. The Hub presents information by themes (e.g. trade, investment, employment and travel). It also provides links to more detailed data and information regarding definitions, concepts and methods.
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StatsCan - Financial & Taxation Stats for Enterprises, by Industry Type
Financial and taxation statistics for enterprises, by industry type.
To drill down into data, go to the “Add/Remove Data” button, select industry type, geography, reference period, and financial and taxation components.
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StatsCan - Historical Exchange Rates
Daily average foreign exchange rates in CAD dollars from the Bank of Canada.
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Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis - FRED
There are twelve (12) federal reserve banks in the US. The Reserve Bank of St. Louis has a navigable website, and its trending search terms (on the landing page) means that most folks can go directly to the content that they need. All in all it’s a great resource for researchers, and analysts.
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Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia Real-Time Data Research Center
There are twelve (12) federal reserve banks in the US. The Reserve Bank of Philadelphia has a navigable website, and is actively involved in public education activities. The Philly Fed’s Real-Time Data Research Center “produces macroeconometric analyses and collects and maintains a variety of data sets” (e.g. CPI, GDP, GNI) which make it a great resource for researchers, and analysts.