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CANADA DATA: BOC 1Q Biz Outlook Surv finds biz confid positive, healthy 
sls prospcts. Capacity, labor pressures evident in most regions, due to 
recent strong dmd. Investment intentions still widespread, hiring 
intentions 'solidly positive'. Infl expectations picked up: 53% see 
2%-3% infl over next 2 yrs,highest since 2Q12, and 41% see 1%-2% infl 
over next 2 yrs,lowest since 1Q12. Expectations for US econ growth 
strengthened. Firms expect no clear impct on their business in next 12 
mos from US policies but some cut, delay Cdn invstmnt plans on US 
protectionism. BOC biz outlook survey conducted Feb 12 through March 9.

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