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2003 Statistical Summary Overview International Economy Shows Renewed Strength Monetary Policy Subdued Canadian Economy Canada Economic Indicators GDP Growth Slowed in 2003 GDP Growth Stronger in 2004 New Brunswick Economy New Brunswick Economic Indicators GDP Growth Slower in 2003 GDP Growth to Improve in 2004 Inflation to be Lower in 2004 Small Rise in Population Pre-seniors Group has Strongest Growth Employment Shows Little Change Goods Producing Sector Employment Rebounds Unemployment Rate Edges Up Employment Gains in Three Regions Wages and Salaries Growth Stronger Foreign Exports Increase in Value Manufacturing Shipments Positive Overall Farm Cash Receipts Decline Wood Products Still Strong Paper Products Struggling Capital Investment Remains Strong Electric Power Generation Increases Mining Production Rebounds Technology and Communication Continues Growth Retail Trade Flat Transportation has Mixed Results Food Services Receipts Improving Based on data available as of March 16, 2004. Data will be updated on the Finance Web site at http://www.gnb.ca/0024/index-e.asp.