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Canada's Exports Rise, U.S. Jobs Up, Earnings Impress

2/1/2025

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Canada's merchandise exports grew by 2.2% in December, with imports up 1.8%, reducing the trade deficit to $323 million.
U.S. employment increased by 91,000 in December, resulting in a decrease in the unemployment rate to 6.7%.
Key earnings reported include Alphabet Inc. at $2.12 EPS, Toyota at $4.36 EPS, and Amazon at $1.52 EPS.

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Story summary

Canada's merchandise exports grew by 2.2% in December, with imports up 1.8%, reducing the trade deficit to $323 million.
U.S. employment increased by 91,000 in December, resulting in a decrease in the unemployment rate to 6.7%.
Key earnings reported include Alphabet Inc. at $2.12 EPS, Toyota at $4.36 EPS, and Amazon at $1.52 EPS.