5 h. ago S&P Sees High Risk of Ford, GM Ratings Downgrade on Auto Tariffs

Ford Motor Co. and General Motors Co., along with nearly a dozen car-parts suppliers, are at high risk of a negative ratings action in the coming weeks if looming tariffs from the Trump administration take effect, according to an S&P Global Ratings report.

Economics

6 h. ago Trump’s tariff pause on electronics boosts Canada, U.S. market gains

U.S. President Donald Trump has temporarily exempted electronics like smartphones and computers from some tariffs, which could lead to higher prices on Chinese imports.

Economics

6 h. ago History can help us try to understand Donald Trump’s tariffs, professor says

While the 1930 Smoot Hawley Tariff act was mentioned as a beacon of hope for Americans by Donald Trump, history show's the law's history has become misconstrued over time

Economics

7 h. ago Alberta government launches campaign to get consumers to buy local during 'critical time'

Alberta is encouraging consumers to shop in the province by kicking off its “Buy Local” campaign. U.S. President Donald Trump’s ongoing threat of tariffs has put Canada on high alert and ready to make key changes to defend its economy. In March, Alberta announced a four-pronged approach to defend against tariffs, including launching a “Buy […]

Politics

8 h. ago Trump’s Tariff Rationale Challenged in Suit by Small Companies

Several small US businesses sued President Donald Trump over his “Liberation Day” tariffs in the latest legal challenge to his use of sweeping executive powers to extract concessions from foreign trade partners.

Economics

9 h. ago Planning a spring home project? Why you should factor in Trump tariffs

The U.S. and Canadian construction industries are highly interlinked and experts warn that a trade war could make home renovations costlier.

Economics

10 h. ago Trump considers pausing his auto tariffs as the world economy endures whiplash

'I'm looking at something to help some of the car companies with it,' Trump told reporters gathered in the Oval Office

Economics

10 h. ago ‘I’m flexible’: Trump says he might pause auto tariffs as the world economy endures whiplash

Trump's hard lines on trade have become increasingly blurred as he has sought to limit the possible economic and political blowback from his policies

Economics

11 h. ago Trump Floats Exceptions for Auto Parts Facing 25% US Tariffs

President Donald Trump said he is exploring possible temporary exemptions to his tariffs on imported vehicles and parts to give auto companies more time to set up US manufacturing.

Economics

11 h. ago New Jersey Warehouse Filled With Copper Shows Trump Tariff Risk

Jay Richman, the owner of E.W. Berger & Bro, has been loading up on copper plumbing parts to get ahead of possible US import tariffs — filling his warehouse with extra fasteners, fittings and tubing made from the red metal.

Economics

12 h. ago Stocks rise worldwide after Trump eases some of his tariffs on electronics, for now

NEW YORK — Stocks are rallying worldwide Monday after President Donald Trump relaxed some of his tariffs, for now at least, and as stress from within the U.S. bond market seems to be relaxing. The S&P 500 was 1.3% higher in midday trading. The Dow Jones Industrial Average was up 399 points, or 1%, as […]

Economics

13 h. ago White House defends Trump’s tariff moves that rattled markets

Meanwhile, Trump's doctor says he is 'fully fit' to serve as commander in chief as the White House released results of his recent physical exam

Economics

13 h. ago Farmers in Canada, United States feeling the impact of Donald Trump’s tariffs

Grain Growers of Canada executive director Kyle Larkin says grain farmers in both America and Canada are suffering, and costs can still rise within the next few months. 

Economics

15 h. ago Another Bank of Canada interest rate cut is on the way and here's what could happen

Amid times of economic uncertainty — an upcoming federal election and tense relations with the U.S. — Canadians are waiting for the next Bank of Canada (BoC) interest rate announcement.The central bank has made two 0.25 per cent cuts to its key interest rate so far this year, with the last one on March 12 bringing the rate to 2.75 per cent.That announcement came a week after U.S. President Donald Trump imposed a 25 per cent tariff on all Canadian goods, and Canada retaliated with counter-tariffs. The BoC claimed the Canadian economy entered the year in a "solid position," saying GDP showed robust growth, and inflation was finally close to the two per cent target.However, with economic aggression from the U.S., BoC officials predicted a slower pace of economic activity and increased inflationary pressures in Canada. The latter concern contributed to the decision to lower the policy rate by a quarter point.The last BoC update did not come with an extensive m...

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15 h. ago Trump’s Tangled Tariffs Sow Confusion as Negotiators Line Up

President Donald Trump’s tariff exclusions for smartphones and other tech products have added to a growing set of confusing signals for companies and trading partners digesting how to engage a White House still promising to negotiate dozens of new deals in America’s favor.

Economics

15 h. ago OPEC Cuts Oil Demand Forecast for 2025 and 2026 on Trade War

OPEC cut forecasts for global oil demand growth slightly this year and next as President Donald Trump’s tariff onslaught takes a toll on consumption, while remaining more bullish than other forecasters.

Economics

16 h. ago World markets rally after Trump gives tariff exemption to electronics

U.S. President Donald Trump said electronics such as computer chips, smart phones and laptops won’t face the same U.S. import duties as some other products.

Economics

17 h. ago An Election Like No Other Promises to Damage Canada’s Finances

Canada’s fiscal position is set to worsen as the country’s two leading political parties vie to win an election by promising tax cuts and measures to protect industries from US President Donald Trump’s tariff barrage.

Politics

20 h. ago Japan In No Rush to Compromise Days Ahead of US Tariff Talks

Japan’s prime minister said he won’t rush to compromise in high-stakes trade negotiations with the US this week, which may set the tone for nations around the world that are seeking a reprieve from President Donald Trump’s tariff campaign.

Economics

25 h. ago China’s Xi says there are ‘no winners’ in a tariff war as he visits Southeast Asia

HANOI, Vietnam (AP) — China’s leader Xi Jinping started a week of diplomacy in Southeast Asia with a visit to Vietnam on Monday, signaling China’ s commitment to global trade, just after U.S. President Donald Trump upended the global economy with his latest tariffs moves. Although Trump has paused some tariffs, China was the outlier, […]

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