1 hour ago Canada’s Joly Aims for Maximum Pressure on Trump, Europe Pivot

Canada is aiming to put maximum pressure on US President Donald Trump in response to his barrage of tariffs, Foreign Minister Melanie Joly said, adding that it intends to pivot to Europe and Asia to find new markets.

Economics

1 hour ago German Factory Orders Failed to Improve Before Trump Tariffs

German factory orders unexpectedly failed to increase in February as the world economy prepared for US President Donald Trump to ratchet up import duties and upend global supply chains.

Economics

7 h. ago «Arrête tes niaiseries!»: un employé de Stellantis interpelle Donald Trump sur les ondes de LCN

Denis Desaulniers est l’une des premières victimes directes des tarifs douaniers de Donald Trump.

Society

8 h. ago Japan’s Stocks Slide as Global Growth Outlook Darkens on Tariffs

Japanese stocks fall as global investors dumped riskier assets on concern Donald Trump’s tariffs will slow the world economy. Bank shares slid most on the view Bank of Japan won’t raise interest rates as much if US levies batter the economy, while a stronger yen hurt exporting companies.

Economics

9 h. ago Witkoff, Putin Envoy Meet in Washington as Trump Grows Impatient

US special envoy Steve Witkoff and a Russian negotiator met on Wednesday and Thursday in Washington, days after US President Donald Trump expressed frustration with Vladimir Putin over the lack of momentum on negotiations toward a ceasefire in the Ukraine war.

Politics

10 h. ago Donald Trump trade war prompts retirement concerns as markets plummet worldwide

The instability in the markets has left many wondering about their retirement investments.

Economics

10 h. 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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10 h. ago Oil Extends Sharp Drop After Surprise OPEC+ Hike, Trump Tariffs

Oil fell further after President Donald Trump’s tariffs and an OPEC+ decision to increase output faster than previously announced triggered the worst rout since 2022.

Economics

10 h. ago Yukon targets Elon Musk’s companies in response to U.S. tariffs

The Yukon government says it’s ending rebates for all Tesla products, as it targets companies associated with tech entrepreneur Elon Musk, who is also a senior adviser to U.S. President Donald Trump. A statement from Premier Ranj Pillai says the moves are in response to the latest round of tariffs imposed by the United States […]

Economics

11 h. ago How Trump’s Tariffs Were Honed in Final Hours Before Rollout

President Donald Trump’s trade salvo was years in the making. The details came down to the final moments.

Economics

11 h. ago Frenzied Rollout Marks Trump Tariff Push That Put World on Edge

President Donald Trump’s trade salvo was years in the making. The details came down to the final moments.

Economics

11 h. ago Latest U.S. tariffs hard to celebrate, but give time for talks: Alberta Premier Danielle Smith

“It's hard for me to celebrate,” Danielle Smith said Thursday in Calgary. She pointed to a “devastating” impact on the forestry industry, and for steel, aluminum and autoworkers.

Economics

11 h. ago Les tarifs de Donald Trump défient toute logique. Voici pourquoi.

Les droits de douane réciproques annoncés mercredi pourraient avoir de lourdes conséquences.

Economics

11 h. ago Some Sask. companies relieved after Trump’s recent tariff announcement

Some Saskatchewan industries are feeling relieved after seeing Canada left out of U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs announced on Wednesday.

Economics

11 h. ago A look at Laura Loomer, longtime Trump ally criticized for racist posts and Sept. 11 conspiracies

Laura Loomer, a right-wing personality known for her incendiary social media presence, appeared to have been sidelined at points by Donald Trump’s campaign and then by his administration. But she has long had the president’s ear and may have it again, at least for now. In an Oval Office meeting on Wednesday, the conservative activist […]

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11 h. ago Hochul Says Trump’s Tariffs Are Already Hurting New York Economy

President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariff push is already hitting New York’s economy, with falling Canadian tourism and cross-border shopping driving down sales tax revenue, Governor Kathy Hochul said.

Economics

12 h. ago Trump says things are ’going very well’ after worst stock market drop in years over tariffs

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump offered a rosy assessment after the stock market dropped sharply Thursday over his tariffs, saying, “I think it’s going very well.” “The markets are going to boom, the stock is going to boom, the country is going to boom,” he said when asked about the market as he left […]

Economics

12 h. ago Billionaires see biggest wealth loss since COVID from Trump tariffs

The world’s 500 richest people saw their combined wealth plunge by $208 billion Thursday as broad tariffs announced by President Donald Trump sent global markets into a tailspin. The drop is the fourth-largest one-day decline in the Bloomberg Billionaires Index’s 13-year history, and the largest since the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. More than half […]

Economics

13 h. ago U.S. egg imports meant to drive down prices could now face Trump tariffs

U.S. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins said tariffs on egg imports meant to ease a supply shortage were possible and negotiations with affected countries were ongoing.

Economics

15 h. ago Ivison: Emissions cap is ‘stupid,’ says former Canadian ambassador to the U.S.

John Ivison and his guest ex-ambassador David MacNaughton discuss how Canada should respond to Donald Trump's tariffs and what needs to change here at home

Society