U.S. Homebuilders Carry Strong Momentum Into New Year-BMO Economics

- U.S. housing starts outpace expectations by wide margin in December - December U.S. housing starts…

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BMO Economics: Alberta Remains Near Top of Growth Leaderboard

- Energy sector remains critical driver of growth - Jobless rate is lowest in Canada -…

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BMO Economics: PEI Economy Experiencing Sturdy Growth

- Export sector showing improvement - Real GDP growth of 1.5 per cent expected in 2013…

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BMO Economics: Canada-s Regional Divide Narrowing

- Projected national growth of 1.7 per cent in 2013 - Newfoundland & Labrador to lead…

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BMO Economics: Shipbuilding Contract the Key to Strong Nova Scotia Economic Growth

- Shipbuilding activity to support medium-term growth - Output from Deep Panuke and Sable to support…

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BMO Economics: B.C. Economy Set for Steady Growth

- Employment up 1.7 per cent in 2012 - Solid growth for resources, financial services -…

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BMO Economics: Stronger U.S. Growth to Support Ontario Economy Later in 2013

- Auto manufacturers investing in Ontario, including Toyota with Woodstock assembly plant - Housing market continuing…

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BMO Economics: Increase in Economic Growth Expected for Quebec

- Jobless rate at 7.3 per cent in December, down from high of 8.7 per cent…

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BMO Economics: Saskatchewan Economy Among Top Performers in Canada

- Double-digit growth in oil production expected in fiscal 2012/2013 - Farmers benefiting from high prices…

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BMO Economics: Steady Growth for Diverse Economy in Manitoba

- Above-average growth - Continued momentum in energy and mining - Third-lowest jobless rate in Canada…

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