10 h. ago Russian Oil Exports Almost Intact But Prices Take Hit, IEA Says

Russian oil exports edged lower in February following the imposition of the latest round of US sanctions, but widening price discounts curbed revenues, according to the International Energy Agency.

Economics

21 h. ago Opinion: Bolstering Canada’s right to repair could shield it against U.S. tariffs and trade uncertainty

Opinion: By enabling workers and businesses to repair rather than replace, Canada can maximize the value of existing goods, reduce U.S. dependency and increase well-paying Canadian jobs

Economics

45 h. ago Trump’s tariff ‘chaos’ keeps auto sector ‘on hold,’ union says

U.S. President Donald Trump won't raise incoming steel and aluminum tariffs from 25 per cent to 50 per cent, but other planned tariffs in April are still fuelling uncertainty.

Economics

50 h. ago California almond growers grapple with uncertainty as new tariffs could hit exports

NEWMAN, Calif. (AP) — California almond growers are used to dealing with swings in the weather and water supply. Now they must also grapple with the uncertainty of trade battles as the Trump administration levies tariffs on goods from several countries and weighs adding more to the list. With more than three-quarters of California’s almond […]

Economics

2 d. ago China tariffs on Canadian seafood add more volatility to industry threatened by Trump

HALIFAX — China’s intent to slap 25% tariffs on Canadian seafood products adds another layer of uncertainty to an industry already threatened by U.S. duties, say sector representatives in Atlantic Canada. China announced the retaliatory tariffs on Saturday in response to the Canadian surtax of 100% on all Chinese-made electric vehicles, and of 25% on […]

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4 d. ago Trump downplays business concerns about uncertainty from his tariffs and prospect of higher prices

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — President Donald Trump is dismissing business concerns over the uncertainty caused by his planned tariffs on a range of American trading partners and the prospect of higher prices, and isn’t ruling out the possibility of a recession this year. After imposing and then quickly pausing 25% tariffs on imports […]

Economics

5 d. ago Premier Danielle Smith ‘inclined’ to keep Alberta’s sanctions in place amid U.S. tariff uncertainty

Premier Danielle Smith has said Alberta needs to take action, but she won't curtail or impose financial payments on oil and gas shipments.

Economics

6 d. ago Deachman: Uncertainty over tariffs is what hurts us the most

Housing, tourism, tech — Ottawa is worried but undaunted as the city waits for the dust to settle on the trade wars.

Economics

6 d. ago Canada’s unemployment rate remains steady amid tariff uncertainty

February was the first full month since the inauguration of Donald Trump, a period which has seen great uncertainty on the Canada-U.S. trade relationship.

Economics

6 d. ago European Stocks Drop as Tariff Jitters Trigger Broad Retreat

European equities retreated on Friday as the quickly-evolving tariff backdrop and uncertainty over interest rates prompted investors to lock in profits.

Economics

6 d. ago European Stocks Echo US Drop on Tariff Confusion: Markets Wrap

European stocks followed Asia lower as US President Donald Trump’s shifting approach to trade tariffs whipped up market uncertainty and dented confidence in the economic outlook. Bitcoin slumped as details of a US strategic reserve disappointed.

Economics

6 d. ago Oil Set for Biggest Weekly Loss Since October on Tariff Turmoil

Oil was on track for the biggest weekly decline since October as US President Donald Trump’s on-off tariffs against major trading partners injected volatility and uncertainty into global markets.

Economics

6 d. ago Tariffs: B.C. poised to toll U.S. trucks driving to Alaska through province

Premier David Eby says he’s unmoved by the pause, saying the 'tariffs are on, the tariffs are off' uncertainty is a 'deliberate tactic” to weaken Canadian resolve

Economics

6 d. ago Bank of Canada interest rate change is coming next week and here's what to expect

The Bank of Canada (BoC) brought its key interest rate down by 0.25 per cent to three per cent in 2025's first update in January.At the time, 25 per cent tariffs from the U.S. were a threat, and expert speculation took them into account.The tariffs became a reality earlier this week. Days into tariffs taking effect, U.S. officials hinted at pausing tariffs for another month and removing certain agricultural products from the list of tariffed items.On Thursday afternoon, U.S. President Donald Trump partially reversed sweeping tariffs on some items for another month. The White House said goods compliant with the North American trade agreement will be exempt until April 2.Overall, there is growing uncertainty, and tariffs remain a swinging pendulum.This year's second BoC interest rate update is scheduled for Wednesday, March 12. This time, industry experts have more tariff-related concerns, including the U.S.'s game of will-they-won't-they. Once again, many predict a consecut...

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7 d. ago Ways Canadians can be more financially savvy amid tariffs and economic uncertainty

The tariffs against Canada have plunged the country into economic uncertainty.U.S. President Donald Trump officially slapped 25 per cent tariffs on all products from Canada and Mexico, including the 10 per cent tariffs on energy, on Tuesday.Since then, stock markets in the U.S. and Canada have continued to fall as Canadian businesses brace for the impacts of the trade war.In a press conference Thursday morning in Ottawa, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau was candid about the current situation."I can confirm that we will continue to be in a trade war that was launched by the United States for the foreseeable future," he said.So, what does this mean for the finances of everyday Canadians?Natasha Macmillan, director of everyday banking at Ratehub.ca, shared advice on how Canadians can prepare for a potential economic fallout and strengthen their finances.Build your emergency fundShe says your main priority should be building up your emergency fund if you're wo...

Economics

7 d. ago US Executives Turn More Pessimistic as Trump Policies Sink In

Uncertainty around tariffs and inflation has hurt US business optimism since Donald Trump’s return to the White House in January, marking a sharp reversal from the buoyant mood among executives after his win in the presidential election, a survey shows.

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8 d. ago ‘They give him a big F’: Algoma Steel CEO says Canadians disapprove of Trump’s tariffs

Mike Garcia says the tariffs have created a cloud of uncertainty that's changing his business

Economics

8 d. ago Wall Street Banks Say Markets Are Flashing Rising Recession Risk

Financial markets are signaling that the risk of a recession is growing as tariff-related uncertainty and indicators of economic weakness spread fear across Wall Street.

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8 d. ago Oil Extends Decline as Signs of Tariff Relief Spark Uncertainty

US oil pushed lower after Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said the Trump administration could walk back some tariffs on Mexico and Canada, injecting more uncertainty into global markets.

Economics

8 d. ago B.C. government’s budget prioritizes tariff threat and strengthens, diversifies and responds to uncertainty: United Steelworkers

VICTORIA, British Columbia, March 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The United Steelworkers union (USW) acknowledges the difficult position facing the B.C. government in its 2025 budget and applauds the thoughtful, diligent focus on priorities by Minister of Finance Brenda Bailey. U.S. President Donald Trump’s threats and the imposition of tariffs have created uncertainty for important […]

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