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CANADA'S ECONOMY SURPRISES WITH Q4 FLAT LINE, BACKING UP RATE PAUSE
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The Canadian economy unexpectedly stalled in the final three months of 2022, but likely rebounded in January, data showed on Tuesday, a result that backs up the Bank of Canada's aim to keep interest rates on hold at its next policy meeting in March.