2001 Statistical summary
Overview
International economy weakens
Canadian economy slower
Monetary policy active in 2001
New Brunswick economy
New Brunswick economic indicators
GDP growth slows in 2001
GDP growth similar in 2002
Exports growth strong
Inflation down
Retail trade growth slows
Wages and salaries continue to increase
Labour force
Employment steady
Service sector employment higher
Unemployment rate at 11.2%
Employment gains concentrated in two regions
Population
Population growth increases
Population continues to age
Construction
Capital investment third highest ever
Manufacturing
Manufacturing shipments influenced by petroleum prices
Forestry
Wood products remain sluggish
Paper and allied products decline
Mining
Mining production steady
Utilities and service industries
Utilities stronger
Technology and communication strengthen
Transportation sector still strong
Food services growth slows
Agriculture, fisheries and aquaculture
Primary food production strong
Statistical tables
Based on data available as of March 1, 2002.
Data will be updated on the Finance web site at http://www.gnb.ca/0024/index-e.asp.
