43 h. ago ECB’s Guindos says economic uncertainty higher now than during COVID

Several ECB policymakers have highlighted their worry about the impact of a brewing trade war

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5 d. ago U.S. stocks fall after Trump escalates tariff war with Europe

The turbulence is because of uncertainty about how much pain Trump will let the economy endure through tariffs and other policies in order to reshape the country.

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6 d. ago Could trade war, interest rate cut help millennials and gen Z enter housing market?

Economic uncertainty, slowing demand and growing supply may boost buyers’ chances, though 'crystal ball is very, very foggy'

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6 d. ago Bank of Canada expected to cut benchmark rate to buffer economy against tariffs

OTTAWA — The Bank of Canada is expected to announce an interest rate cut today as a cloud of uncertainty looms over the Canadian economy. Economists polled by Reuters widely see the central bank lowering its key lending rate to 2.75 per cent, which would mark its seventh consecutive cut. The decision comes as a […]

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9 d. ago Asian Equities Poised for Weak Open, Futures Drop: Markets Wrap

Stocks in Asia were poised for a volatile opening on Monday as markets grappled with Chinese deflation and Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell acknowledging uncertainty in the US economic outlook.

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1 week ago Fed’s Powell Says Still No Need to Hurry to Consider Rate Moves

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell acknowledged increased uncertainty in the US economic outlook, but said officials don’t need to rush to adjust policy.

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1 week ago Powell: Federal Reserve to stay on hold amid widespread economic uncertainty

NEW YORK (AP) — The Federal Reserve is likely to keep its key interest rate unchanged in the coming months as it waits for widespread “uncertainty” stemming from President Donald Trump’s policies to resolve, Chair Jerome Powell said in written remarks to be delivered Friday in New York. Powell said the Trump administration is making […]

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1 week 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.

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1 week 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...

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1 week ago Worried about layoffs and retirement? Steps you can take during a trade war

As tariffs rise and trade tensions escalate, many Canadians may be left wondering how their finances, job security and retirement plans could be affected by economic uncertainty.

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1 week ago Lockstep Moves in US Stocks Suggest More Volatility Is Brewing

US stocks are increasingly moving in tandem, raising the risks of further turbulence ahead as investors grapple with uncertainty over economic growth and the potential fallout from President Donald Trump’s trade policies.

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1 week 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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2 w. ago CPABC: B.C.’s 2025 Budget focuses on core public services to support British Columbians through a period of economic uncertainty

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, March 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The B.C. Government released their 2025/26 budget today, shortly after the United States officially launched a trade war against Canada by imposing sweeping tariffs on Canadian goods. The 2025 budget focuses on maintaining core public services while highlighting new government objectives aimed at building a more […]

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2 w. ago CUPE BC – Investment in Public Services is Critical During Economic Uncertainty

VICTORIA, British Columbia — Budget 2025 includes necessary capital investments for infrastructure projects in K-12, health, post-secondary, and transportation, helping to keep public services stable in the years ahead. Where previous budgets focused on expansion of services and programs to make life more affordable for families and workers, this budget shifts to capital investments to […]

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2 w. ago Brenda Bailey: Protecting what matters most to British Columbians

Opinion: Budget 2025 meets the moment, protecting jobs and the public services people need while preparing the province's economy to weather this time of uncertainty

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2 w. ago Fed’s Williams Says Tariffs Will Likely Lead to Higher US Prices

Federal Reserve Bank of New York President John Williams said he anticipates tariffs will contribute to inflation, but emphasized there is a lot of uncertainty about how the economy will respond to President Donald Trump’s levies.

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2 w. ago Economic uncertainty has 83% of Canadians changing their financial habits; one

TORONTO, March 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The current economic climate has 83 per cent of Canadians adjusting their financial strategies, according to a new survey from CPA Canada and BDO Debt Solutions. The survey suggests three-quarters (76%) of Canadians say the broader economic climate is affecting their financial well-being, with one-third (34%) saying they […]

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2 w. ago Canadian business groups say trade uncertainty has already done damage

The head of the Canadian Federation of Independent Business says across-the-board U.S. tariffs on imported goods would be a worst-case scenario if they kick in tomorrow. But Dan Kelly says even if there’s another last-minute reprieve from U.S. President Donald Trump, the ongoing threat and uncertainty would continue to inflict economic damage. He says some […]

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3 w. ago Alberta spring session preview: Affordability and responding to economic uncertainty among focus, 20 bills to come

Government house leader Joseph Schow will be holding a media conference at 2 p.m. Monday afternoon to discuss the province's priorities for the spring session

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3 w. ago New numbers detail strain on London Food Bank as 'great unknown' looms

The London Food Bank saw increased demand for support in 2024, its year-end numbers show, part of a trend with no signs of stopping. The report comes as the food bank and others are grappling with the economic uncertainty posed by a potential trade war with the United States. Our Jennifer Bieman reports on the […]

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