6 d. ago It might be tempting to put 401(k) contributions on hold, but sticking with it is a better strategy

Amid this year’s market turmoil, I’ve heard investors wonder if they should hit pause on 401(k) contributions until things settle down. Though this approach sounds tempting, it’s better to stick with your investment strategy instead of waiting for conditions to improve. Running the numbers To test how a “wait and see” approach would have fared […]

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1 week ago Carbon Border Taxes Put South Africa Exports at Risk, Study Says

South Africa’s key export industries are becoming increasingly vulnerable as climate policies like cross-border carbon taxes take hold, according to a study by Net Zero Tracker.

Economics

1 week ago Trump’s Patience With Putin Leaves Senate Sanctions Push on Hold

President Donald Trump’s suggestion that he may let Russia and Ukraine keep fighting has left US lawmakers in an awkward spot over their plan to force a ceasefire with “bone-crushing” sanctions against Moscow.

Politics

1 week ago Bitget Puts Spotlight on Affiliate Program, Turning Influence Into Income for Crypto Creators

VICTORIA, Seychelles, June 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Bitget, the leading cryptocurrency exchange and Web3 company, is drawing attention to its affiliate program as a streamlined path for creators, educators, and crypto communities to turn engagement into earnings. Built on the spirit of Web3, the program dishes out generous commissions, layered rewards, and handy tools […]

Technology

2 w. ago Dickey’s Barbecue Puts Franchisee Success in the Spotlight: Addressing Industry Challenges and Highlighting Opportunities

Dallas, TX, June 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — In response to recent industry-wide challenges, Dickey’s Barbecue Pit addresses concerns regarding franchisee satisfaction. Amidst macroeconomic pressures, geopolitical instability, and shifting consumer spending, Dickey’s acknowledges the complexities of the current restaurant franchise landscape and outlines strategies for continued success. Despite unprecedented obstacles, Dickey’s emphasizes the importance of analyzing empirical evidence and understanding […]

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2 w. ago Senate Begins Putting Its Stamp on Giant Trump Tax, Debt Limit Bill

Significant changes are in store for President Donald Trump’s signature $3.9 trillion tax-cut bill as the Senate begins closed-door talks this week on legislation that squeaked through the House by a single vote.

Economics

2 w. ago Trump and Putin want to talk business once the Ukraine war ends. Here’s why it won’t be easy

Hundreds of foreign companies left Russia after the 2022 invasion of Ukraine, including major U.S. firms like Coca-Cola, Nike, Starbucks, ExxonMobil and Ford Motor Co. But after more than three years of war, President Donald Trump has held out the prospect of restoring U.S.-Russia trade if there’s ever a peace settlement. And Russian President Vladimir […]

Politics

3 w. ago Canada Post puts forward ‘final offers’ to union, posts $1.3B loss for 2024

MONTREAL — Canada Post said it notched nearly $1.3 billion in operating losses last year as the beleaguered institution laid out its “final offers” to the union representing 55,000 workers after negotiations resumed on Wednesday. The Crown corporation has now posted seven consecutive annual losses, amounting to $3.8 billion before tax since 2018, it said. […]

Economics

3 w. ago Canada Post puts forward ‘final offers’ to union as overtime ban continues

MONTREAL — Canada Post on Wednesday laid out its “final offers” to the union representing 55,000 workers after negotiations resumed Wednesday morning, as tensions run high over the future of the beleaguered institution. Included in the proposal are an end to compulsory overtime, a signing bonus of $1,000 for urban employees and $500 for rural […]

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3 w. ago US Money Managers Put on Notice by $65 Billion Dutch Investor

Dutch pension fund PME is issuing a blanket warning to US money managers, amid concerns America’s investment industry is caving in to pressure from the Trump administration to abandon basic principles of stewardship.

Economics

3 w. ago Retail sales put a June Bank of Canada rate cut back on the table

Currently, markets predict there is less than a 30 per cent chance the central bank will cut rates next month

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3 w. ago These World Leaders Went to Harvard Before Trump’s Foreign Student Ban

The Trump administration’s move to block Harvard University from enrolling international students doesn’t just put more financial pressure on the school but also threatens a cradle for global political leaders.

Politics

3 w. ago Big fee jump putting financial squeeze on Calgary mobile home park residents: Realtor

Residents of Greenwood Village mobile home park are angry over a recent, huge increase in lot fees some say is making living in the Calgary community unaffordable.

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