The eurozone had a technical recession, with output dropping in Q4 2022 and Q1 2023
Statistics Canada reports real gross domestic product grew at annualized rate of 3.1% in Q1
Despite the first-quarter slowdown, consumer spending reflected confidence
No recession but output dropped in several sectors affected by strikes
A strong rebound in China boosts first quarter growth
February growth below forecast with contractions in manufacturing, wholesale and retail trade
Slowdown reflects impact of Federal Reserve's aggressive drive to tame inflation
EU member countries must thrash out the details of new rules, aimed at meeting ongoing monetary challenges
The possibility of a hard landing has "risen sharply," the IMF says
BMO increases GDP growth estimate for 2023