This presentation will look employment by sector. The January 2017 employment number showed an increase in jobs, but many of those jobs were still part-time
This presentation will let people of what is happening in the labour market for Canada.
The U.S. labor market rebounded in April with the addition of 211,000 new jobs and the unemployment rate falling to 4.4%. Key sectors like leisure/hospitality, professional/business services, and healthcare saw employment gains. The labor force participation rate ticked down slightly while average hourly earnings rose by 0.3% and GDP growth slowed to 0.7% in the first quarter. Overall, the report indicates continued steady growth in the U.S. economy and labor market.
This presentation will give you a look at labour market for Canada. Canada has struggle to create jobs in 2016 due to many factors like low commodity prices or consumer debt levels or slow world growth which has reduced exports in 2016.
Caution:
You cannot look at one month, but the trends over past 8 months. The trends are concerning in areas like good producing as it continues to lose jobs.
Government jobs seem to be growth area. However, government jobs need to be taken into context of sustainability of government.
The U.S. job market report for March 2015 showed an increase of 126,000 jobs, lower than expected. The unemployment rate remained at 5.5%. Revisions to prior months resulted in 69,000 fewer jobs reported than previously. The highest job increases were seen in professional services, healthcare, and retail. The Midwest had the lowest regional unemployment rate at 5.1% while the West had the highest at 6.1%.
The document summarizes the results of a survey of 18,000 US employers about their hiring plans for the second quarter of 2015. It finds that 22% of employers plan to hire more employees, while 2% expect layoffs. The outlook varies by industry and state, with the best outlooks in Idaho, Michigan, Nebraska and Oregon, and the worst in Louisiana, Alabama, Oklahoma and West Virginia. Nationally, hiring outlooks have improved since the recession but remain steady at around 16%.
The document summarizes ICT trends in New Zealand for July 2016. It reports that Trademe IT job adverts increased 3.8% for the month and 46% for the year-to-date. Seek ICT job adverts increased slightly under 2% for the month with no significant change from July 2015, and increased 51% for the year-to-date. The document also notes that Canterbury saw an 11% decrease in Seek ICT job adverts from the previous month.
The U.S. job market added 280,000 new jobs in May, exceeding averages over the past year. The unemployment rate increased slightly to 5.5%. Revisions to prior months showed additional job gains. Private sector jobs increased by over 262,000, with the largest gains in professional services, leisure and hospitality, and education. The report provides breakdowns of job gains and losses by industry and U.S. region.
RemX Workforce Perspectives Newsletter July 2017RemX Staffing
The June jobs report showed strong employment growth in the US economy. The economy added 222,000 jobs in June, more than expected, and job growth was revised upwards for April and May. Several sectors like healthcare, professional services, and manufacturing saw particularly strong growth. The unemployment rate ticked up slightly but this was due to more people entering the workforce, indicating growing optimism in the jobs market. Overall, the strong second quarter jobs reports signal a robust economy, but ongoing challenges like skills shortages could hinder future growth if not addressed.
RemX Workforce Perspectives Newsletter July 2017Saskia Styles
The June jobs report showed strong employment growth in the US economy. The economy added 222,000 jobs in June, more than expected, and job growth was revised upwards for April and May. Several sectors like healthcare, professional services, and manufacturing saw particularly strong growth. The unemployment rate ticked up slightly but this was due to more people entering the workforce, indicating growing optimism in the jobs market. Overall, the strong second quarter jobs reports signal a robust economy, but ongoing challenges like skills shortages could impact future growth.
The U.S. labor market rebounded in April with the addition of 211,000 new jobs and the unemployment rate falling to 4.4%. Key sectors like leisure/hospitality, professional/business services, and healthcare saw employment gains. The labor force participation rate ticked down slightly while average hourly earnings rose by 0.3% and GDP growth slowed to 0.7% in the first quarter. Overall, the report indicates continued steady growth in the U.S. economy and labor market.
This presentation will give you a look at labour market for Canada. Canada has struggle to create jobs in 2016 due to many factors like low commodity prices or consumer debt levels or slow world growth which has reduced exports in 2016.
Caution:
You cannot look at one month, but the trends over past 8 months. The trends are concerning in areas like good producing as it continues to lose jobs.
Government jobs seem to be growth area. However, government jobs need to be taken into context of sustainability of government.
The U.S. job market report for March 2015 showed an increase of 126,000 jobs, lower than expected. The unemployment rate remained at 5.5%. Revisions to prior months resulted in 69,000 fewer jobs reported than previously. The highest job increases were seen in professional services, healthcare, and retail. The Midwest had the lowest regional unemployment rate at 5.1% while the West had the highest at 6.1%.
The document summarizes the results of a survey of 18,000 US employers about their hiring plans for the second quarter of 2015. It finds that 22% of employers plan to hire more employees, while 2% expect layoffs. The outlook varies by industry and state, with the best outlooks in Idaho, Michigan, Nebraska and Oregon, and the worst in Louisiana, Alabama, Oklahoma and West Virginia. Nationally, hiring outlooks have improved since the recession but remain steady at around 16%.
The document summarizes ICT trends in New Zealand for July 2016. It reports that Trademe IT job adverts increased 3.8% for the month and 46% for the year-to-date. Seek ICT job adverts increased slightly under 2% for the month with no significant change from July 2015, and increased 51% for the year-to-date. The document also notes that Canterbury saw an 11% decrease in Seek ICT job adverts from the previous month.
The U.S. job market added 280,000 new jobs in May, exceeding averages over the past year. The unemployment rate increased slightly to 5.5%. Revisions to prior months showed additional job gains. Private sector jobs increased by over 262,000, with the largest gains in professional services, leisure and hospitality, and education. The report provides breakdowns of job gains and losses by industry and U.S. region.
RemX Workforce Perspectives Newsletter July 2017RemX Staffing
The June jobs report showed strong employment growth in the US economy. The economy added 222,000 jobs in June, more than expected, and job growth was revised upwards for April and May. Several sectors like healthcare, professional services, and manufacturing saw particularly strong growth. The unemployment rate ticked up slightly but this was due to more people entering the workforce, indicating growing optimism in the jobs market. Overall, the strong second quarter jobs reports signal a robust economy, but ongoing challenges like skills shortages could hinder future growth if not addressed.
RemX Workforce Perspectives Newsletter July 2017Saskia Styles
The June jobs report showed strong employment growth in the US economy. The economy added 222,000 jobs in June, more than expected, and job growth was revised upwards for April and May. Several sectors like healthcare, professional services, and manufacturing saw particularly strong growth. The unemployment rate ticked up slightly but this was due to more people entering the workforce, indicating growing optimism in the jobs market. Overall, the strong second quarter jobs reports signal a robust economy, but ongoing challenges like skills shortages could impact future growth.
- The document is a report on Canadian employment in September 2017 authored by Paul Young CPA, CGA. It provides an overview of employment trends in Canada including that employment was essentially unchanged in September 2017 (+10,000 or +0.1%) with the unemployment rate holding steady at 6.2%. Gains in full-time employment outweighed declines in part-time work. Overall employment growth slowed to 0.2% in the third quarter of 2017 compared to previous quarters. The report also breaks down employment data by sector and quarter.
Total net absorption across the metro equaled 322,977 square feet in the third quarter, a welcome change from the negative absorption posted in each of the previous two quarters.
U.S. employers added only 74,000 jobs in December, the weakest monthly gain since 2011. While the unemployment rate fell to 6.7%, nearly 350,000 workers left the labor force, accounting for most of the decline. Overall job growth in 2013 averaged 182,000 per month, similar to 2012 but below expectations of stronger growth. The disappointing December figures may suggest the economy and labor market remain fragile.
The document provides an agenda and summaries for an ONS Economic Forum on October 19, 2017. Key presentations will discuss a new GDP publishing model that creates monthly GDP estimates, the impact of changes to the national accounts, understanding the current UK economy, and latest labour market statistics. Labour market figures show employment and the employment rate increased in the latest period while unemployment fell.
Small Business Employment Index - February 2018CBIZ, Inc.
Small business employment was largely unchanged in February according to a CBIZ index. Twenty-four percent of companies increased staffing while 25% decreased, but 51% saw no change. Historically February sees quiet hiring as the volatility of the holiday season subsides but companies have yet to ramp up for summer. CBIZ predicts hiring will rise as temperatures warm across the U.S. in coming months.
18,000 U.S. employers were surveyed about their hiring plans for the first quarter of 2015. 73% of employers plan to keep workforce levels steady, 19% plan to hire, and 6% expect to let staff go. The survey also showed variations in hiring outlooks by metro area, industry, and state, with Cape Coral, FL, education and health services, and Texas having the most positive outlooks respectively. The national hiring outlook has improved steadily since the worst period during the recession but remains below peak levels.
2017 Monsoon Prediction in Indian: Dynamical Model vs April Model
read more: http://upsciasexams.com/important-topics-for-ias-prelims-2017-monsoon-prediction-in-indian/
JLL West Michigan Industrial Insight & Statistics - Q4 2018Harrison West
In the fourth quarter, total vacancy fell ten basis points to 3.4 percent, while average asking rents grew by 3.6 percent and currently come in at $3.73 per square foot across the region. Average asking rents have increased 13.7 percent year-over-year, illustrating just how big of a spike there has been in asking rents over the past twelve months.
ICT job advert trends in NZ for September 2016; a brief overview. Includes the current NZ demand for Tech Skills, based on skills increasingly in demand in the USA (with indicative salary ranges).
The national unemployment rate was 5.5% in May. 280,000 jobs were created in May, with an average of 207,000 jobs added per month over the last 3 months. Professional and business services added 63,000 jobs, construction added 57,000 jobs, and health care added 47,000 jobs. The professional and technical services unemployment rate was 3.9% in May.
2017 February Employment – Canada - Jobless rate drops to 6.6% as Canada adde...paul young cpa, cga
This presentation looks at the February 2017 Employment Market for Canada. The emphasis is on new jobs including both full-time and part-time jobs.
The scary trends is the amount of government jobs created past year as that has rose to over 60,000 while the good producing sector continues to bleed jobs. Canada needs to attract more private sector business investment, especially in the goods producing sector.
Canada Employment and Labour market for November 2016 - Analysis and Commentarypaul young cpa, cga
Canada's employment increased by 11,000 jobs in November, with the unemployment rate falling to 6.8%. Part-time employment increased significantly over the past year while full-time jobs declined slightly. The labor market is shifting towards more service sector jobs as natural resources and construction jobs decrease. Recent job growth has largely come from part-time and temporary positions while concerns remain about declining job quality.
Canada employment market gain close to 55,000 jobs in May 2017paul young cpa, cga
Employment rose by 55,000 in May, spurred by an increase in full-time work (+77,000). At the same time, the
unemployment rate rose by 0.1 percentage points to 6.6%, the result of more people participating in the labour market. The employment increase in May builds on gains since July 2016, when the current upward trend began.
Compared with 12 months earlier, there were 317,000 (+1.8%) more people employed, mostly the result of increases in full-time work. Over the same period, the total number of hours worked rose 0.7%.
This presentation will look at wages as well as employment by sector and province. This is a good presentation for millennials and/or other demographics looking for employment.
This presentation looks at labour participation in Canada. The presentation discusses labour issues facing the various demographics including 15-64 age group.
The presentation will also discuss the millennials as part of the issues facing the millennials as they are enter the workforce.
Employment rose by 45,000 in June, mostly in part-time work. The unemployment rate was 6.5%, down 0.1 percentage points from the previous month.
Compared with 12 months earlier, there were 351,000 (+1.9%) more people employed. Most of the growth was in full-time work (+248,000 or +1.7%), while part-time employment was also up (+103,000 or +3.0%). The total number of hours worked increased 1.4% over this period.
In the second quarter of 2017, overall employment grew by 103,000 (+0.6%), the fourth consecutive quarter of strong employment growth and the largest quarterly increase since 2010. In the first half of 2017, employment grew by 186,000 (+1.0%), compared with 64,000 (+0.4%) over the first half of 2016.
Source - http://www.statcan.gc.ca/daily-quotidien/170707/dq170707a-eng.htm
This presentation will discuss the employment and job market for Canada. The following are the areas of focus:
1. Manufacturing
2. Natural Resources
3. Retail and Wholesale Trade
4. Government jobs
5. Economic Growth
6. Infrastructure Spending
7. Social program spending
8. Power Generation
9. Economic Stimulus
10. Capital Investment
The economy has added almost half a million jobs in the first two months of 2017, the best back-to-back performance since last summer.
The U.S. has expanded steadily for years, putting millions of people back to work and driving unemployment rate to an eight-year low.
As the pool of available workers shrinks, companies have to pay more to attract or maintain talent. Average wages rose 0.2% to $26.09 an hour last month.
Canada Employment and Labour market - December 2016 - analysis and commentarypaul young cpa, cga
The document provides an analysis of Canada's December 2016 labor market trends and commentary from various sources. Some key points from the labor market summary include a rise in employment of 54,000 driven by full-time work, an increased unemployment rate of 6.9%, and total employment gains of 214,000 over 12 months. Provincial impacts are also discussed, noting gains in Quebec and declines in Newfoundland and Labrador and Saskatchewan. Specific industries trends both positive and negative are also highlighted.
The U.S. economy added 142,000 jobs in September, below the previous 12-month average of 247,000. The unemployment rate remained at 5.1%. Revisions to prior months showed 59,000 fewer jobs added than previously reported. Private sector jobs increased by over 120,000, with the largest gains in health care and leisure/hospitality and the biggest loss in mining. By industry, employment increased most in professional/business services and retail trade while decreasing in information.
This presentation will look at employment trend by demographics as well as sector and province.
The presentation will discuss growth areas of employment, especially in areas of temporary work.
- The document is a report on Canadian employment in September 2017 authored by Paul Young CPA, CGA. It provides an overview of employment trends in Canada including that employment was essentially unchanged in September 2017 (+10,000 or +0.1%) with the unemployment rate holding steady at 6.2%. Gains in full-time employment outweighed declines in part-time work. Overall employment growth slowed to 0.2% in the third quarter of 2017 compared to previous quarters. The report also breaks down employment data by sector and quarter.
Total net absorption across the metro equaled 322,977 square feet in the third quarter, a welcome change from the negative absorption posted in each of the previous two quarters.
U.S. employers added only 74,000 jobs in December, the weakest monthly gain since 2011. While the unemployment rate fell to 6.7%, nearly 350,000 workers left the labor force, accounting for most of the decline. Overall job growth in 2013 averaged 182,000 per month, similar to 2012 but below expectations of stronger growth. The disappointing December figures may suggest the economy and labor market remain fragile.
The document provides an agenda and summaries for an ONS Economic Forum on October 19, 2017. Key presentations will discuss a new GDP publishing model that creates monthly GDP estimates, the impact of changes to the national accounts, understanding the current UK economy, and latest labour market statistics. Labour market figures show employment and the employment rate increased in the latest period while unemployment fell.
Small Business Employment Index - February 2018CBIZ, Inc.
Small business employment was largely unchanged in February according to a CBIZ index. Twenty-four percent of companies increased staffing while 25% decreased, but 51% saw no change. Historically February sees quiet hiring as the volatility of the holiday season subsides but companies have yet to ramp up for summer. CBIZ predicts hiring will rise as temperatures warm across the U.S. in coming months.
18,000 U.S. employers were surveyed about their hiring plans for the first quarter of 2015. 73% of employers plan to keep workforce levels steady, 19% plan to hire, and 6% expect to let staff go. The survey also showed variations in hiring outlooks by metro area, industry, and state, with Cape Coral, FL, education and health services, and Texas having the most positive outlooks respectively. The national hiring outlook has improved steadily since the worst period during the recession but remains below peak levels.
2017 Monsoon Prediction in Indian: Dynamical Model vs April Model
read more: http://upsciasexams.com/important-topics-for-ias-prelims-2017-monsoon-prediction-in-indian/
JLL West Michigan Industrial Insight & Statistics - Q4 2018Harrison West
In the fourth quarter, total vacancy fell ten basis points to 3.4 percent, while average asking rents grew by 3.6 percent and currently come in at $3.73 per square foot across the region. Average asking rents have increased 13.7 percent year-over-year, illustrating just how big of a spike there has been in asking rents over the past twelve months.
ICT job advert trends in NZ for September 2016; a brief overview. Includes the current NZ demand for Tech Skills, based on skills increasingly in demand in the USA (with indicative salary ranges).
The national unemployment rate was 5.5% in May. 280,000 jobs were created in May, with an average of 207,000 jobs added per month over the last 3 months. Professional and business services added 63,000 jobs, construction added 57,000 jobs, and health care added 47,000 jobs. The professional and technical services unemployment rate was 3.9% in May.
2017 February Employment – Canada - Jobless rate drops to 6.6% as Canada adde...paul young cpa, cga
This presentation looks at the February 2017 Employment Market for Canada. The emphasis is on new jobs including both full-time and part-time jobs.
The scary trends is the amount of government jobs created past year as that has rose to over 60,000 while the good producing sector continues to bleed jobs. Canada needs to attract more private sector business investment, especially in the goods producing sector.
Canada Employment and Labour market for November 2016 - Analysis and Commentarypaul young cpa, cga
Canada's employment increased by 11,000 jobs in November, with the unemployment rate falling to 6.8%. Part-time employment increased significantly over the past year while full-time jobs declined slightly. The labor market is shifting towards more service sector jobs as natural resources and construction jobs decrease. Recent job growth has largely come from part-time and temporary positions while concerns remain about declining job quality.
Canada employment market gain close to 55,000 jobs in May 2017paul young cpa, cga
Employment rose by 55,000 in May, spurred by an increase in full-time work (+77,000). At the same time, the
unemployment rate rose by 0.1 percentage points to 6.6%, the result of more people participating in the labour market. The employment increase in May builds on gains since July 2016, when the current upward trend began.
Compared with 12 months earlier, there were 317,000 (+1.8%) more people employed, mostly the result of increases in full-time work. Over the same period, the total number of hours worked rose 0.7%.
This presentation will look at wages as well as employment by sector and province. This is a good presentation for millennials and/or other demographics looking for employment.
This presentation looks at labour participation in Canada. The presentation discusses labour issues facing the various demographics including 15-64 age group.
The presentation will also discuss the millennials as part of the issues facing the millennials as they are enter the workforce.
Employment rose by 45,000 in June, mostly in part-time work. The unemployment rate was 6.5%, down 0.1 percentage points from the previous month.
Compared with 12 months earlier, there were 351,000 (+1.9%) more people employed. Most of the growth was in full-time work (+248,000 or +1.7%), while part-time employment was also up (+103,000 or +3.0%). The total number of hours worked increased 1.4% over this period.
In the second quarter of 2017, overall employment grew by 103,000 (+0.6%), the fourth consecutive quarter of strong employment growth and the largest quarterly increase since 2010. In the first half of 2017, employment grew by 186,000 (+1.0%), compared with 64,000 (+0.4%) over the first half of 2016.
Source - http://www.statcan.gc.ca/daily-quotidien/170707/dq170707a-eng.htm
This presentation will discuss the employment and job market for Canada. The following are the areas of focus:
1. Manufacturing
2. Natural Resources
3. Retail and Wholesale Trade
4. Government jobs
5. Economic Growth
6. Infrastructure Spending
7. Social program spending
8. Power Generation
9. Economic Stimulus
10. Capital Investment
The economy has added almost half a million jobs in the first two months of 2017, the best back-to-back performance since last summer.
The U.S. has expanded steadily for years, putting millions of people back to work and driving unemployment rate to an eight-year low.
As the pool of available workers shrinks, companies have to pay more to attract or maintain talent. Average wages rose 0.2% to $26.09 an hour last month.
Canada Employment and Labour market - December 2016 - analysis and commentarypaul young cpa, cga
The document provides an analysis of Canada's December 2016 labor market trends and commentary from various sources. Some key points from the labor market summary include a rise in employment of 54,000 driven by full-time work, an increased unemployment rate of 6.9%, and total employment gains of 214,000 over 12 months. Provincial impacts are also discussed, noting gains in Quebec and declines in Newfoundland and Labrador and Saskatchewan. Specific industries trends both positive and negative are also highlighted.
The U.S. economy added 142,000 jobs in September, below the previous 12-month average of 247,000. The unemployment rate remained at 5.1%. Revisions to prior months showed 59,000 fewer jobs added than previously reported. Private sector jobs increased by over 120,000, with the largest gains in health care and leisure/hospitality and the biggest loss in mining. By industry, employment increased most in professional/business services and retail trade while decreasing in information.
This presentation will look at employment trend by demographics as well as sector and province.
The presentation will discuss growth areas of employment, especially in areas of temporary work.
The document provides an overview of the US labor market in March 2016. Key points include:
- The US added 215,000 new jobs in March and the unemployment rate rose slightly to 5%.
- Job growth was strongest in retail, leisure/hospitality, healthcare, and construction.
- The labor force and labor force participation rate increased, suggesting more people are entering or re-entering the workforce.
- The economic outlook projects continued GDP growth of around 2.8% in 2016 and lower unemployment of 4.9%.
The U.S. economy added 271,000 jobs in October according to a Bureau of Labor Statistics report. This was 40,000 more jobs than the average of the past year. The unemployment rate dropped slightly to 5.0%. Revisions to prior months showed 12,000 more jobs were added than previously reported. Professional and business services saw the largest employment increase in October while mining and logging saw the largest decrease. Most states reported increases in employment from the previous month with Texas, New York and Georgia seeing the largest gains.
The document summarizes Canadian employment statistics for June 2016. Some key points:
- Employment was unchanged in June at 0.0% growth, while the unemployment rate declined slightly to 6.8%.
- Over the past year, employment has grown by 108,000 or 0.6%, mostly in part-time work. The number of hours worked fell slightly.
- British Columbia was the only province that saw employment growth. The job market was flat or declined elsewhere.
February 2018 Economic Update
Q4 GDP: 2.6%
Unemployment Rate: 4.1% (unchanged)
Nonfarm Payroll: +200,000 jobs
Nonfarm Payroll Revisions:
November was revised down from +252,000 to +216,000
December was revised up from +148,000 to +160,000
Combined revisions were 24,000 less than previously reported
After revisions, job gains have averaged 192,000 over the last 3 months.
The U.S. saw modest employment gains in December, with 148,000 new jobs added and unemployment holding steady at 4.1%. While the labor market remains healthy, job growth has slowed from earlier in the economic cycle. Wage growth remained moderate at 2.5% year-over-year. Construction, manufacturing, and healthcare saw some of the strongest hiring, while retail shed jobs. The labor force participation rate was unchanged from the prior year. Overall the figures point to a continuing tightening labor market, but one that is slowing as the economic expansion matures.
The U.S. job market saw gains in November, with 321,000 new jobs added. The unemployment rate remained unchanged at 5.8%. Revisions to previous months showed more job growth than previously reported, with 44,000 additional jobs across September and October. Professional and business services saw the largest increase, adding 86,000 jobs, while health care and manufacturing also saw significant gains.
The U.S. added 173,000 jobs in August, below forecasts and the 12-month average. The unemployment rate dropped to 5.1%. Revisions added 44,000 more jobs than previously reported in June and July. Private sector jobs increased by over 140,000, with the largest gains in healthcare, leisure and hospitality, and professional services. Losses occurred in manufacturing and mining. The Midwest had the lowest unemployment rate at 4.8% while the West was highest at 5.7%.
165,000 new jobs were added in April according to the BLS report, exceeding economists' projections. The unemployment rate dropped to 7.5%, its lowest point since 2008. Several sectors added jobs including finance (9,000), healthcare (19,000), leisure and hospitality (43,000), professional and business services (73,000), retail trade (29,300) and temporary help services (30,800). The positive jobs report eased fears of an economic slowdown in the U.S.
Retail Sales and Consumer Spending Analysis and Commentary - July 2023.pptxpaul young cpa, cga
Canadian retail sales dropped 0.3% in August, the first decline since March, as higher interest rates start to impact household budgets. Seven of the nine retail subsectors saw sales increases in July, led by food and beverage retailers, while motor vehicle and parts dealers saw the largest decrease. Excluding autos, retail sales in July rose 1%, double expectations. The report suggests Canadians are tightening spending as more face higher mortgage payments and gas prices due to Bank of Canada rate hikes aimed at slowing inflation.
Addressing issues with the Public Sector Governance Model.pptxpaul young cpa, cga
The key challenges facing Australian business leaders in 2023 include:
1. Talent acquisition, retention and training staff for digital transformation.
2. Implementing successful digital transformation while managing cyber risks.
3. Adapting to changing regulations and reporting requirements.
Health risks from COVID-19, social reputation concerns, and disruptive emerging technologies are also significant social challenges impacting Australian businesses. Over the next 3-5 years, talent management for digitization, cybersecurity, digital transformation, regulatory changes, and identifying new growth opportunities will be the top challenges according to business leaders.
Global Housing Market Analysis and Commentary- September 2023.pptxpaul young cpa, cga
Summary:
Homebuilders are walking a fine line when it comes to new projects as high mortgage rates curb demand.
New residential construction, including single-family homes and multifamily, dropped 11.3% month over month in August to 1.283 million units on a seasonally adjusted basis, according to Census Bureau data released Tuesday. That's down 14.8% compared with a year ago and well below the 1.44 million units economists surveyed by Bloomberg projected.
But authorized residential permits — an indicator of potential future activity — rose 6.9% to 1.543 million permits in August from July. That was still down 2.7% from last August. Single-family permits, though, were up 2% from July to 949,000. Multifamily permits came in at 535,000.
The data reflects two opposing forces builders are trying to balance: the ongoing need for new construction to fill in limited inventory and elevated mortgage rates that are hurting their biggest customer right now, the first-time homebuyer.
"High mortgage rates are clearly taking a toll on builder confidence and consumer demand, as a growing number of buyers are electing to defer a home purchase until long-term rates move lower," Robert Dietz, chief economist of the National Association of Home Builders, said Monday in a press release after builder confidence dropped for the second straight month.
Source: https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/homebuilders-face-a-tough-balancing-act-on-new-construction-amid-high-mortgage-rates-130744368.html
Blog – What is next for the Mining Sector – September 2023
The mining sector provides critical material that support solar, wind, and lithium-ion batteries as part of the green transition. https://www.iea.org/news/critical-minerals-market-sees-unprecedented-growth-as-clean-energy-demand-drives-strong-increase-in-investment
The mining sector products play a key role with the global GDP - https://www.yicaiglobal.com/news/global-mining-industry-value-was-69-of-world-gdp-last-year-china-says
Mining practices need to be sustainable including following all ESG policies - https://www.linkedin.com/advice/1/how-can-you-monitor-sustainable-mining-practices
Other links and sources –
Lithium Supply and Price - https://zbr.com.mx/en/sin-categoria-es/lithium-prices-fall-44-in-china-due-to-lack-of-demand/138168/
Cobalt - https://www.linkedin.com/posts/mahmut-karada%C5%9F-a2b7a5151_china-exportrestrictions-gallium-activity-7082603182589157376-Zrty/?trk=public_profile_like_view
Nickel https://www.eureporter.co/business/2023/09/15/stanislav-kondrashov-from-telf-ag-nickel-prices-outlook-remains-positive/
Iron-ore - https://www.brecorder.com/news/40263584/sgx-iron-ore-set-for-best-week-in-3-months
TD Bank / Metals - https://www.tdsecurities.com/ca/en/setting-the-stage-for-gold-outlook
Biodiversity / Mining - https://worldcrunch.com/green/lithium-green-energy-argentina-indigenous
ESG - https://iriscarbon.com/the-added-value-of-integrated-esg-reporting-a-threefold-framework/
Blog – Manufacturing Shipments and Orders – The United States – August 2023
Summary:
New orders for manufacturing technology in the United States totaled $353.9 million in July 2023, as per the latest report by AMT – The Association For Manufacturing Technology. This figure marked a 12.4% decline from June 2023 but remained only 10.5% lower than July 2022. Year-to-date orders amounted to $2.83 billion, reflecting a 12.7% decrease compared to the same period the previous year.
Douglas K. Woods, President of AMT, noted that July is typically a slower month for manufacturing technology orders, so a slight drop was expected. However, he pointed out a notable trend: over the last two months, the year-to-date order gap has narrowed during historically slow periods. While job shops have seen decreased orders, other industries that benefited from reshoring or government investments have helped fill the gap.
Among specific sectors, job shops, the largest customer segment, placed their lowest total monthly orders since August 2020. In contrast, metal valve manufacturers recorded their third-highest monthly order value on record, last seen in September 2018, making up nearly 5% of the total manufacturing technology order value for July 2023. Manufacturers of motor vehicle transmissions continued to order machinery at an elevated pace. However, the aerospace industry continued to order below its early 2022 peaks, with hopes that recent projects like the federal government's $1.5 billion investment in communications satellites might reverse this trend.
Source: https://www.sme.org/technologies/articles/2023/september/u.s.-manufacturing-technology-orders-dip-in-july-but-show-resilience-amid-economic-uncertainty
Stock Market Analysis and Commentary for WE September 15 2023.pptxpaul young cpa, cga
Blog – Analysis and Commentary – Stock Market – WE September 15 2023
Summary:
Stocks fell Friday as investors wrap up a volatile week ahead of the Federal Reserve's policy meeting.
The Dow Jones Industrials tumbled 288.87 points to close out Friday and the week at 34,618.24. At its lows, it completely wiped out Thursday's 332-point rally.
The S&P 500 index sank 54.78 points, or 1.2%, to 4,450.32.
The NASDAQ index plunged 217.72 points, or 1.6%, to 13,708.33.
The Dow held onto a winning week. The S&P 500 and NASDAQ both closed out the week with losses.
Information technology was the worst-performing sector in the S&P 500, down nearly 2%. Adobe shares fell more than 4% even after the software firm posted better-than-expected quarterly results. Shares of Arm Holdings were lower one day after its successful public debut.
Auto stocks General Motors and Stellantis N.V. were higher Friday, while Ford Motor was about flat. Thousands of members of the United Auto Workers went on strike after failing to reach a deal with the automakers Thursday night.
Elsewhere, Lennar shares slid 3%. The home construction firm posted third-quarter results that beat on the top and bottom lines.
On the economic front, the University of Michigan's consumer sentiment survey showed one-year inflation expectations dropped to 3.1% in
September, tied for the lowest since January 2021. Also, the five-year outlook fell to 2.7%, matching its lowest since December 2020.
- Canadian manufacturing sales increased 1.6% in July, led by higher sales in food products, petroleum and coal products, and transportation equipment. Paper and plastics sales decreased the most.
- Inventory levels increased slightly while unfilled orders decreased, pointing to a potential slowdown.
- The manufacturing sector in Canada will continue to face challenges such as global economic uncertainty, rising costs, supply chain issues, climate change risks, and skills shortages.
Electricity Analysis - Canada and the OECD - June 2023.pptxpaul young cpa, cga
Summary:
Over three-quarters of the world’s total coal-generated electricity is consumed in just three countries. China is the top user of coal, making up 53.3% of global coal demand, followed by India at 13.6%, and the U.S. at 8.9%.
Burning coal—for electricity, as well as metallurgy and cement production—is the world’s single largest source of CO2 emissions. Nevertheless, its use in electricity generation has actually grown 91.2% since 1997, the year when the first global climate agreement was signed in Kyoto, Japan.
However, even as non-renewables enjoy their time in the sun, their days could be numbered.
In 2022, renewables, such as wind, solar, and geothermal, represented 14.4% of total electricity generation with an extraordinary annual growth rate of 14.7%, driven by big gains in solar and wind. Non-renewables, by contrast, only managed an anemic 0.4%.
The authors of the Statistical Review do not include hydroelectric in their renewable calculations, even though many others, including the International Energy Agency, consider it a “well-established renewable power technology.”
With hydroelectric moved into the renewable column, together they accounted for over 29.3% of all electricity generated in 2022, with an annual growth rate of 7.4%.
Source - https://energynow.ca/2023/09/infographic-what-electricity-sources-power-the-world-see-them-here-visual-capitalist/
Logistics Warehousing Transportation and Distrbution Analysis and Commentary ...paul young cpa, cga
The document provides an overview of key metrics and trends in the logistics, warehousing, distribution, and transportation sector. It includes data on consumer price index, diesel fuel costs, freight indexes, e-commerce sales, retail sales, class 8 truck sales, EPA emissions standards, trailer sales, and tonnage. It also discusses supply chain management solutions like planning analytics, blockchain, and AI assistants. Finally, it touches on topics like infrastructure spending, automation, and ESG reporting.
Retail Sales and Consumer Spending Analysis and Commentary - United States - ...paul young cpa, cga
United States retail sales rose 0.6% in August despite flat sales at internet retailers after Amazon Prime Day. Most of the increase was due to higher gasoline prices. While consumer spending has been strong, higher interest rates and a slowdown in hiring are expected to restrain purchases in the coming months. Forecasters predict the 2023 holiday shopping season could be the weakest in five years due to economic challenges facing consumers. The retail sector continues facing inventory management challenges and social governance issues.
How to improve the Governance Model for the Public Sector - United States - S...paul young cpa, cga
This document provides a summary of strategies to improve governance in government. It discusses factors that impact governance like transparency and accountability. It recommends using performance audits to assess key performance indicators and ensure recommendations are implemented. Other strategies include improving data ethics and literacy, mitigating geopolitical risks, adopting ESG reporting, and using technology like audit analytics and AI to enhance governance. The overall goal is for government to deliver programs and tax policies with value for money and transparency.
This document provides an analysis of the agriculture output and equipment sector for August 2023. It includes discussions of commodity prices, crop estimates, energy prices, food prices, farming incomes, top farming states, food processors, and the role of technology and government in farming. Key points covered include rising input costs challenging farmers, preliminary crop estimates for Canada, volatility in oil and diesel prices impacting farm expenses, and opportunities for data and automation to help address issues in the agriculture industry.
Biotech Pharmaceutical Medical Equipment and Supplies - Analysis - September ...paul young cpa, cga
This document provides an overview and agenda for a presentation on the biotech, pharmaceutical, and healthcare sector. It includes:
- An introduction and biography of presenter Paul Young CPA CGA
- An agenda covering topics like vaccine production, drug discovery, innovation in areas like storage and AI, and the life sciences strategy
- Links and summaries of information on these topics, including the top vaccine manufacturers, regulations in Canada, and growth in the pharmaceutical market
The presentation aims to discuss key areas of the biotech/pharmaceutical sector including vaccine development and production, drug discovery, innovation, and strategies for the life sciences industry. Links and outside sources are provided to support the topics in the agenda.
Better Public Safety Management using Analytics - September 2023.pptxpaul young cpa, cga
This document discusses using analytics to improve public safety management. It outlines rising public safety costs for governments and key issues facing policing like complex crimes and accountability. The document presents crime rate data for Canada and discusses building machine learning models in SPSS and dashboards in Cognos Analytics to analyze police data and forecast expenses. Finally, it lists potential next steps for crime in Canada like bail and corrections reforms, gun control, and increased police oversight.
Stock Market Analysis and Commentary for WE September 9 2023.pptxpaul young cpa, cga
What did the markets tell us this week?
1. Housing supply and costs continue to plague countries around the world.
2. Gasoline prices are on the rise that puts pressure on central banks ability to hit their core inflation targets.
3. ESG adoption by both the private and public sector is leading to both funding concerns and the overall cost of implementing ESG policies.
4. Adopting technology as part of increasing food production is facing both capital and operational funding concerns.
5. Strike at LNG facility in Australia is leading to concerns around a supply chain disruption of natural gas for EMEA and Asia.
6. The threat of China dumping batteries into markets - https://www.ft.com/content/b6038e51-7b5b-4f97-a5da-9202e71562fc
7. Adoption of generative AI has been facing many challenges related to security, privacy, and ethical issues.
8. Lack of biodiversity planning as part of the overall climate mitigation including sustainable mining, forestry, oil, gas, agriculture, and housing
9. Geopolitical issues continue to impact supply chain.
10. The concerns of recession continue to plague both the private and public sector.
11. Productivity issues continue to plague governments around the world.
Workforce Planning and Employment Analysis - August 2023.pptxpaul young cpa, cga
The document discusses workforce planning and employment analysis. It provides an overview of employment statistics in the United States, Canada, and Australia. It then discusses Sysco's workforce planning model and the role of the CFO in workforce planning. Finally, it defines autonomous finance as the automation of financial operations through software and algorithms, and provides some key statistics on its adoption.
Global Automotive - Analysis and Commentary - August 2023.pptxpaul young cpa, cga
This presentation provides an overview of key trends in the global automotive sector in August 2023. It discusses 1) sales trends in Canada, the US and globally, 2) the growth of electric vehicles and focus on reducing emissions, and 3) ongoing transformation in the industry through automation, connectivity and new technologies. Sources included discuss topics like electric vehicle production and adoption, public safety issues regarding EV fires, gasoline and car prices, supply chain challenges, and green transitions in transportation.
Global (Mining Oil and Gas Forestry and Agriculture) Analysis and Commentary ...paul young cpa, cga
The mining, oil, gas, agriculture, forestry, and mining continue to face environmental, social, and governance policy review including reporting of key metrics as part of ESG reporting cycle.
There is more focus on profitability and investment returns as part of the integrated planning and reporting cycle.
Summary:
The global economy faces what at least one forecaster is calling a mild trade recession as shipments from China slump and German factories downshift.
China’s export declines extended into August, though there were signs that the worst of a world trade slowdown may be over for the leading exporter.
Overseas shipments from China fell 8.8% in dollar terms from a year earlier while imports contracted 7.3%, both better than economists’ estimates and significantly less severe than July’s downturn.
Other data have suggested trade may be stabilizing after weakening for most of this year. Exports from South Korea also declined at a more moderate pace in August than the previous month.
Source: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2023-09-07/supply-chain-latest-world-trade-faces-a-shallow-recession?srnd=economics-v2
Additional sources and links:
Lithium - https://source.benchmarkminerals.com/article/falling-lithium-prices-challenge-potential-cost-advantages-of-sodium-batteries
Oil Production - https://www.cnn.com/2023/09/06/business/oil-price-goldman-sachs/index.html
Natural gas - https://www.fxstreet.com/news/natural-gas-holds-up-as-markets-in-limbo-over-strikes-202309070956
Lumber - https://www.fastmarkets.com/insights/sawmill-capacity-closures-reshape-us-lumber-supply
Critical metals - https://www.wasterecyclingmag.ca/feature/how-recycling-could-solve-the-shortage-of-minerals-essential-to-clean-energy/
Agriculture - https://www.morningagclips.com/economists-forecast-positive-end-of-year-crop-outlook-despite-warmer-midwestern-climate/
ESG - https://www.skadden.com/insights/publications/2023/09/the-informed-board/the-eus-new-esg-disclosure-rules
Ports - https://www.marketscreener.com/quote/stock/HAPAG-LLOYD-AG-24857717/news/Hapag-Lloyd-chief-warns-of-rougher-seas-ahead-for-container-shipping-44789017/
Top destination for reshoring - https://www.thenationalnews.com/business/economy/2023/08/29/uae-in-top-10-most-powerful-passports-for-investment-opportunity/
Global Trade - https://phys.org/news/2023-09-opinion-broke-global-climate-finish.html
What is next for the Forestry Sector and Lumber Production - September 2023.pptxpaul young cpa, cga
Lumber production in Canada continues to face many hurdles
Canada forest management practices are some of the bests in the world
Canada planted over 440M in seedlings back in 2018. It is now 2022 which means close 2M seedlings have been planted.
All levels need to put more focus on urban and rural planning solutions
More work including spending on wildfire and forest fire mitigation
Canada and USA need to find a path forward to resolve the softwood lumber dispute
There needs to a better balanced between climate change policies and growing the economy in a sustainable way
3D printing for housing needs to become mainstream
More protection needs to happen with key ecosystems like wetlands, forest, and peatlands.
There is a risk of debt default if interest rates are hike over the next few months
OJP data from firms like Vicinity Jobs have emerged as a complement to traditional sources of labour demand data, such as the Job Vacancy and Wages Survey (JVWS). Ibrahim Abuallail, PhD Candidate, University of Ottawa, presented research relating to bias in OJPs and a proposed approach to effectively adjust OJP data to complement existing official data (such as from the JVWS) and improve the measurement of labour demand.
"Does Foreign Direct Investment Negatively Affect Preservation of Culture in the Global South? Case Studies in Thailand and Cambodia."
Do elements of globalization, such as Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), negatively affect the ability of countries in the Global South to preserve their culture? This research aims to answer this question by employing a cross-sectional comparative case study analysis utilizing methods of difference. Thailand and Cambodia are compared as they are in the same region and have a similar culture. The metric of difference between Thailand and Cambodia is their ability to preserve their culture. This ability is operationalized by their respective attitudes towards FDI; Thailand imposes stringent regulations and limitations on FDI while Cambodia does not hesitate to accept most FDI and imposes fewer limitations. The evidence from this study suggests that FDI from globally influential countries with high gross domestic products (GDPs) (e.g. China, U.S.) challenges the ability of countries with lower GDPs (e.g. Cambodia) to protect their culture. Furthermore, the ability, or lack thereof, of the receiving countries to protect their culture is amplified by the existence and implementation of restrictive FDI policies imposed by their governments.
My study abroad in Bali, Indonesia, inspired this research topic as I noticed how globalization is changing the culture of its people. I learned their language and way of life which helped me understand the beauty and importance of cultural preservation. I believe we could all benefit from learning new perspectives as they could help us ideate solutions to contemporary issues and empathize with others.
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"Does Foreign Direct Investment Negatively Affect Preservation of Culture in the Global South? Case Studies in Thailand and Cambodia."
Do elements of globalization, such as Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), negatively affect the ability of countries in the Global South to preserve their culture? This research aims to answer this question by employing a cross-sectional comparative case study analysis utilizing methods of difference. Thailand and Cambodia are compared as they are in the same region and have a similar culture. The metric of difference between Thailand and Cambodia is their ability to preserve their culture. This ability is operationalized by their respective attitudes towards FDI; Thailand imposes stringent regulations and limitations on FDI while Cambodia does not hesitate to accept most FDI and imposes fewer limitations. The evidence from this study suggests that FDI from globally influential countries with high gross domestic products (GDPs) (e.g. China, U.S.) challenges the ability of countries with lower GDPs (e.g. Cambodia) to protect their culture. Furthermore, the ability, or lack thereof, of the receiving countries to protect their culture is amplified by the existence and implementation of restrictive FDI policies imposed by their governments.
My study abroad in Bali, Indonesia, inspired this research topic as I noticed how globalization is changing the culture of its people. I learned their language and way of life which helped me understand the beauty and importance of cultural preservation. I believe we could all benefit from learning new perspectives as they could help us ideate solutions to contemporary issues and empathize with others.
Falcon stands out as a top-tier P2P Invoice Discounting platform in India, bridging esteemed blue-chip companies and eager investors. Our goal is to transform the investment landscape in India by establishing a comprehensive destination for borrowers and investors with diverse profiles and needs, all while minimizing risk. What sets Falcon apart is the elimination of intermediaries such as commercial banks and depository institutions, allowing investors to enjoy higher yields.
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Fabular Frames and the Four Ratio ProblemMajid Iqbal
Digital, interactive art showing the struggle of a society in providing for its present population while also saving planetary resources for future generations. Spread across several frames, the art is actually the rendering of real and speculative data. The stereographic projections change shape in response to prompts and provocations. Visitors interact with the model through speculative statements about how to increase savings across communities, regions, ecosystems and environments. Their fabulations combined with random noise, i.e. factors beyond control, have a dramatic effect on the societal transition. Things get better. Things get worse. The aim is to give visitors a new grasp and feel of the ongoing struggles in democracies around the world.
Stunning art in the small multiples format brings out the spatiotemporal nature of societal transitions, against backdrop issues such as energy, housing, waste, farmland and forest. In each frame we see hopeful and frightful interplays between spending and saving. Problems emerge when one of the two parts of the existential anaglyph rapidly shrinks like Arctic ice, as factors cross thresholds. Ecological wealth and intergenerational equity areFour at stake. Not enough spending could mean economic stress, social unrest and political conflict. Not enough saving and there will be climate breakdown and ‘bankruptcy’. So where does speculative design start and the gambling and betting end? Behind each fabular frame is a four ratio problem. Each ratio reflects the level of sacrifice and self-restraint a society is willing to accept, against promises of prosperity and freedom. Some values seem to stabilise a frame while others cause collapse. Get the ratios right and we can have it all. Get them wrong and things get more desperate.
A toxic combination of 15 years of low growth, and four decades of high inequality, has left Britain poorer and falling behind its peers. Productivity growth is weak and public investment is low, while wages today are no higher than they were before the financial crisis. Britain needs a new economic strategy to lift itself out of stagnation.
Scotland is in many ways a microcosm of this challenge. It has become a hub for creative industries, is home to several world-class universities and a thriving community of businesses – strengths that need to be harness and leveraged. But it also has high levels of deprivation, with homelessness reaching a record high and nearly half a million people living in very deep poverty last year. Scotland won’t be truly thriving unless it finds ways to ensure that all its inhabitants benefit from growth and investment. This is the central challenge facing policy makers both in Holyrood and Westminster.
What should a new national economic strategy for Scotland include? What would the pursuit of stronger economic growth mean for local, national and UK-wide policy makers? How will economic change affect the jobs we do, the places we live and the businesses we work for? And what are the prospects for cities like Glasgow, and nations like Scotland, in rising to these challenges?
Dr. Alyce Su Cover Story - China's Investment Leadermsthrill
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China’s official organizer of the Expo, CCPIT (China Council for the Promotion of International Trade https://en.ccpit.org/) has chosen Dr. Alyce Su as the Cover Person with Cover Story, in the Expo’s official magazine distributed throughout the Expo, showcasing China’s New Generation of Leaders to the World.
Dr. Alyce Su Cover Story - China's Investment Leader
Where are the jobs in January 2017
1. WHERE ARE THE JOBS IN
CANADA FOR JANUARY 2017
BY: PAUL YOUNG, CPA, CGA
FEBRUARY 10, 2017
2. AGENDA
• Summary
• Private Sector –vs- Public Sector Jobs
• Regional look (Provincial and Cities)
• Employment / Commentary
3. EMPLOYMENT / CANADA
Source – Stats Canada
• Employment rose by 48,000 (+0.3%) in January, building on gains observed in the latter part of 2016. The
unemployment rate fell by 0.1 percentage points to 6.8%. On a year-over-year basis, employment rose
by 276,000 (+1.5%), with most of the increase occurring from August to January.
• Following a significant increase in December, full-time employment held steady in January. Compared
with 12 months earlier, full-time employment was up 86,000 (+0.6%), with increases totalling 141,000 since
August. Despite little change in January, part-time employment was up on a year-over-year basis (+190,000 or
+5.6%).
• In January, 19.6% of employed persons worked part time, compared with 18.8% the same month a year
earlier. In the 12 months to January, the number of hours worked declined by 0.8%. In general, changes in
actual hours worked reflect a number of factors, including changes in the composition of employment by full-
time/part-time status, industry, occupation, age and sex
7. SCOTIABANK / EMPLOYMENT
• Source - Scotiabank
But before elaborating on these cautions, it’s important to emphasize how strong this job growth has been
compared to the past. 239,000 jobs have been created in the Canadian economy over just the past six months. That
would make for a pretty decent full year! At an annualized pace, almost half a million jobs would be created in a full
year at this pace (478,000). We’ve never seen that in Canada since the Labour Force Survey began in 1976. Never.
The all-time annual record for job growth came in 1979 when 445,000 jobs were created in a much smaller
workforce with 40% fewer employed Canadians than today. Nevertheless, even when scaled to today’s larger
number of employed persons, the pace of job growth is still astounding at around a 2 ½% growth rate not seen
since at least the early 2000s when employment was growing by 2.3-2.4% during the dot-com era.
Facts:
• 71% of all the new jobs create are part-time
• Precarious work is the new norm
• Goods producing create 16,000 jobs in January 2017. Bulk o goods producing jobs came from construction
• Financial Services jobs have been created, but bulk of those jobs are part-time
• Jobs reports is good, but the underlining data needs to be reviewed
8. RBC / EMPLOYMENT
Source – RBC Economics
• RBC is taken a neutral approach due to fact New USA government policies are still unknown
• RBC did not mentioned carbon taxation (Ontario and Alberta)
• Commodity prices are rebounding, but there is little in terms of upside when it comes to demand
• More and more companies will be looking at expanding their business present with eCommerce.