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- Statistics Canada reports Canada’s economy grew at an annualized 2.6% in the third quarter, the fastest pace since last year, driven by an 82% rise in defense spending.
- Household spending declined and business investment remained flat.
- Statistics Canada revised Q2 GDP to a 1.8% decline.
- Economists are divided: some see the growth as positive, while others call the economy 'sickly' and urge stronger domestic demand.
