4 h. ago China denies it’s in talks with U.S. over tariffs: ‘Groundless’

China’s comments come after Trump said Tuesday that things were going “fine with China” and that the final tariff rate on Chinese exports would come down “substantially.”

Economics

13 h. ago China says there are no negotiations with the US over tariffs

BANGKOK (AP) — China on Thursday denied U.S. President Donald Trump’s assertion that the two sides were involved in active negotiations over tariffs, saying that any suggestion of progress in this matter was as groundless as “trying to catch the wind.” China’s comments come after Trump said Tuesday that the final tariff rate on China’s […]

Economics

6 d. ago JD Vance visits Italy for tariff talks, Good Friday service at Vatican

The White House and Meloni's office on Friday issued a joint statement that said U.S. President Donald Trump would visit Italy “in the very near future.”

Economics

7 d. ago Trump in ‘no rush’ to lift tariffs as countries seek new trade deals

The Trump administration has indicated that offers are coming from other countries and it is possible to do 90 deals during the 90-day tariff pause.

Economics

7 d. ago Trump says he’s in ’no rush’ to end tariffs as he holds talks with Italy’s Meloni

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump said Thursday that he is in “no rush” to reach any trade deals because of the revenues his tariffs are generating, but suggested while meeting with Italian Premier Giorgia Meloni that it would be easy to find an agreement with the European Union. His administration has indicated that offers are […]

Economics

7 d. ago Asian Stocks Advance, Yen Weakens on Tariff Talks: Markets Wrap

Asian stocks nudged higher and the yen weakened as investors took heart from a first round of trade negotiations between the US and Japan.

Economics

7 d. ago US Stock Futures Rise on Optimism Over Trade Talks: Markets Wrap

Stock futures signaled a rebound on Wall Street as positive signals from initial US-Japan trade talks stirred optimism agreements can be reached to avoid higher levies on American trading partners.

Economics

8 d. ago Adam: Health care deserves more attention in this federal election

Yes, tariffs are a huge issue. But if Carney and Poilievre can talk about housing, affordability, crime and free passes for parks, they should have the bandwidth to talk more about health.

Politics

9 d. ago Toronto businesses anticipate having to cut staff and freeze hiring due to tariffs

As much as we may want to avoid the subject, tariff talk continues to dominate the news cycle, with residents understandably confused about what's being taxed, from where, when, and how much — details that have changed multiple times at the whim of U.S. President Trump.As the levies persist, some cities will see greater impacts than others, as will some industries, though hardly any corner of the economy is immune. At a local level, the City of Toronto has launched an action plan that includes deferring industrial property taxes and a campaign urging residents to shop within their community rather than supporting American brands.Still, independent businesses are staring down the barrel of higher operating costs, logistical tribulations and more that, many say, will lead to even fewer jobs being available in the city when unemployment has risen to a brutal 8.7 per cent.Out of more than 500 small businesses that expressed their fears on th...

Economics

1 week ago Indonesia to Seek US Trade Favor With Finance, Investment Deals

Indonesia will seek to strike trade, investment and financial-sector deals in week-long talks in Washington aimed at forestalling or mitigating planned tariffs from one of its biggest trading partners.

Economics

1 week 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.

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1 week ago German Defense Industry Wants Protections From US Tariff Talks

Europe should resist any US efforts to include weapons purchases as part of a grand bargain on tariffs, the head of Germany’s defense-industry group said, urging leaders to steer military spending toward domestic manufacturing.

Economics

2 w. ago WARMINGTON: Poilievre talks tough on crime, tariffs during raucous rally in Brampton

It just doesn’t look like an election campaign that is trailing in the opinion polls — which the election industry is continually pushing. If you were driving by Brampton’s Embassy Grand Convention Centre Wednesday night, it might have looked like a rock concert was going on. There was nowhere to park and the crowds piling […]

Economics

2 w. ago Tariffs, Tension, and the Talk that’s not happening: Half of Canadian parents haven’t discussed inheritance plans with their children

New study finds families are staying silent on wealth transfer—while tariffs and rising costs reshape financial priorities TORONTO, April 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — A new national study by the Money Wise Institute exposes a growing communication gap between Canadian parents and their children regarding inheritance, wealth transfer, and financial expectations. With potentially devastating emotional […]

Economics

2 w. ago Carney, Starmer discuss deeper trade ties in response to Trump’s tariff war

OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney says he spoke Sunday with his counterpart in the United Kingdom about the fallout from the United States’ global tariff campaign. A readout from Carney’s office says he talked with U.K. Prime Minster Keir Starmer about the United States’ “unjustified trade actions” and the need to strengthen trade ties […]

Economics

2 w. ago More than 50 nations want to open tariff talks with Trump and the U.S., advisers say

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the U.S. must see 'what the countries offer and whether it's believable'

Economics

2 w. ago Talks with Americans helped Canada avoid extra Trump tariffs

Canada was not hit with broad levies, but tariffs of 25 per cent still apply to Canadian steel, aluminum and automobiles

Economics

2 w. ago Newsom Says California Seeks Tariff Exemptions From Trade Allies

Governor Gavin Newsom said he’s seeking exemptions for California-made products from retaliatory tariffs and wants to open talks with global allies over new trade relationships, casting the state as a buffer against the fallout of Donald Trump’s sweeping tariff plan.

Economics

2 w. ago High anxiety over softwood lumber despite tone change from U.S.: B.C. premier

British Columbia’s premier said Thursday he is encouraged to see a shifting tone in U.S. President Donald Trump’s talks with Canada, but concerns remain about how tariffs could devastate the province’s softwood lumber sector. Premier David Eby said at a media availability in Victoria that he will be travelling to Prince George in central B.C. […]

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2 w. ago Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says latest U.S. tariffs hard to celebrate, but give time for talks

Smith said a renegotiation of the Canada-U.S.-Mexico trade agreement could be pushed until after the election, something she deemed 'very positive'

Economics