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Too many swings and misses on Vancouver’s economic scorecard

Too many swings and misses on Vancouver’s economic scorecard

On the issue of finding a city to live in, let’s quote a song from Talking Heads: “Good points, some bad points.” On the specifics of Greater Vancouver, let’s quote The Beatles: “Number 9. Number 9. Number 9.
Retail sales drag; consumer prices rise

Retail sales drag; consumer prices rise

Retails sales across the country were down in March after seeing modest growth in the first two months of 2016. The largest drop in sales, which retracted 1% in March were from auto dealerships (-3%) while clothing and shoe sales rose 1.5%.
Business In Vancouver on Roundhouse Radio: May 19, 2016

Business In Vancouver on Roundhouse Radio: May 19, 2016

More than a few of us might be enjoying a glass of wine or a pint of beer at a restaurant or bar this summer. But how does Vancouver stack up when it comes to liquor regulations? Ian Tostenson, CEO of the B.C.
Market watchers keep an eye on data as Canadian economic performance lags

Market watchers keep an eye on data as Canadian economic performance lags

The downward trend has market watchers keeping an eye on upcoming retail numbers
Business In Vancouver on Roundhouse Radio: May 18, 2016

Business In Vancouver on Roundhouse Radio: May 18, 2016

Tyler Orton and Romila Barryman, hosts of Business In Vancouver on Roundhouse Radio, dive into untapped trade potential between B.C. and Mexico on the latest episode.
How does Vancouver compare to 20 other cities?

How does Vancouver compare to 20 other cities?

Vancouver does well on clean air and low crime, but housing unafforability and high income inequality are negatives for the city
Report on Vancouver's economy highlights threat of residential real estate disconnect

Report on Vancouver's economy highlights threat of residential real estate disconnect

“Looking ahead I am fearful of a hollowing out of corporate Vancouver”
Millennials making lifestyle sacrifices to stay in Vancouver: Vancity report

Millennials making lifestyle sacrifices to stay in Vancouver: Vancity report

Close to half (47%) are willing to live in a smaller house, 41% are willing to delay the purchase of a home and 54% are willing to spend less recreationally
Fort McMurray rebuild to cover oil revenue losses for Alberta: Conference Board

Fort McMurray rebuild to cover oil revenue losses for Alberta: Conference Board

The rebuilding effort in Fort McMurray is expected to add more GDP to Alberta’s economy than was lost in oil revenue during the wildfires. A recent report from the Conference Board of Canada estimates lost oil revenue at $985 million or 0.
Business In Vancouver on Roundhouse Radio: May 17, 2016

Business In Vancouver on Roundhouse Radio: May 17, 2016

Hosts Tyler Orton and Romila Barryman delve into the economic impacts of the Fort McMurray wildfire in the latest episode of Business In Vancouver on Roundhouse Radio 98.3.