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Short, structured posts that mirror our digest style. These are examples of how we explain topics in plain English.
Example: “What does a rate decision change?”
Rate decisions can influence borrowing costs, savings incentives, and broad risk sentiment. The impact varies by household, business, and time horizon. A useful way to read the news is to separate three layers: (1) the decision itself, (2) the guidance and language, and (3) market expectations before the announcement.
We avoid strong predictions. Instead, we summarize what was said, what was priced in, and which public indicators are commonly used to track changes over time. If you’re new to the topic, keep a simple glossary and revisit it as stories evolve.
Example: “How to scan an economic headline responsibly”
Many headlines contain implied conclusions. A better approach is to ask: What is the source? What is the time window? What is being compared? Is a seasonal adjustment involved? What is the base effect? A calm checklist helps you avoid overreacting to one data point.
- Check the time period and whether it’s preliminary
- Look for revisions and methodology notes
- Compare to longer-term trends (not just last month)
- Separate “what happened” from “why it happened”
Reading list template (Canada-first)
A digest is most useful when it points you to stable sources. Here is a common structure we use when building a weekly reading list:
- Policy notes: central bank statements, government budget updates, official releases
- Macro indicators: employment, inflation, wages, productivity, trade balances
- Market context: rates, currency moves, broad index snapshots (general)
- Business signals: surveys, earnings themes, sector notes (high-level)
If you want a specific journal format, you can choose one on the homepage and complete the order request.