3 h. ago Posthaste: Trump’s tariff war threatens to expose cracks in the global economy

Expect inflation, interest rates and deficits to rise, say economists

Economics

7 h. ago Costs, chaos rising as metal tariffs pile up with no end in sight

TORONTO — The costs and chaos being caused by metal tariffs are starting to build up after a month in effect, and there’s little hope they’ll be removed in the foreseeable future. U.S. President Donald Trump imposed 25 per cent tariffs on Canadian steel and aluminum on March 12, while also raising metal tariffs for […]

Economics

24 h. ago Snowbird crisis: Some Canadians vote with their wheels to leave sunny south, Trump behind

“I find it deplorable, insulting and irresponsible to treat an ally in such a manner, and will remain a proud Canadian who chooses to spend our dollars anywhere but the U.S. in response to that."

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26 h. ago Between Trump’s trade war and an election, Carney undergoes baptism by fire

Mark Carney has decades of experience reading market tea leaves in buttoned-up office environments full of worsted suits and wealthy wonks.

Events

28 h. ago Strollers and other baby products will get more expensive — and harder to find — with tariffs

Sam Rutledge and his wife have a baby due in mid-July, so they thought they had a few more months to research and buy the gear they’ll need. But President Donald Trump’s tariff announcement in early April turned the couple’s slow walk into a sprint. In the past few weeks, they’ve bought two strollers, a […]

Economics

42 h. ago First Shockwaves of Trump’s Tariffs Are About to Hit the World Economy

Three weeks after US President Donald Trump effectively declared a trade war with the whole world, new economic forecasts and surveys will point to the initial fallout.

Economics

67 h. ago JAY GOLDBERG: Making the case for Canadian unilateral free trade

When kids are growing up, one of the lessons parents most frequently try to instil in their children is this: Don’t do something just because someone else is going to.  While U.S. President Donald Trump appears to be on a warpath towards protectionism, that doesn’t mean Canada has to follow.  Yes, Trump has slapped tariffs […]

Economics

3 d. ago Indonesia weighs costly U.S. arms purchases to curb tariff threat

Indonesia is considering purchasing billions of dollars’ worth of U.S.-made defence equipment, including fighter jets and munitions, to help ease trade strains and possibly ward off Donald Trump’s tariff plans. Defence Minister Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin held a closed-door meeting of senior officials on April 8 to deliver a directive from President Prabowo Subianto instructing them to […]

Economics

3 d. ago The US has a single rare earths mine. Chinese export limits are energizing a push for more

OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — America’s only rare earths mine heard from anxious companies soon after China responded to President Donald Trump’s tariffs this month by limiting exports of those minerals used for military applications and in many high-tech devices. “Based on the number of phone calls we’re receiving, the effects have been immediate,” said Matt […]

Economics

3 d. ago Trump Seeks to Move Newsom’s Tariff Challenge Out of California

The Trump administration is seeking to move California Governor Gavin Newsom’s legal challenge to the US tariff regime out of San Francisco federal court to the Court of International Trade in New York.

Economics

3 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

3 d. ago The trade war is rocking economies. Get your ‘houses in order,’ IMF urges

The International Monetary Fund is forecasting slower global growth and urges countries to get their 'houses in order,' though it notes a global recession is unlikely.

Economics

3 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

3 d. ago Many Albertans rejigging travel plans as U.S. trade war drags on

“I think it's a strong statement to make as well, if they're going to be changing trips this last minute before the summer happens."

Economics

4 d. ago China dominates solar. Trump tariffs target China. For US solar industry, that means higher costs

Mike Summers was eager to install solar at his home in Ohio for years, and after he finally replaced his aging roof this year, his solar contractor swung into action. His system — including 19 panels and a battery backup — went up this week, and Summers considers himself lucky. “I’m glad to have done […]

Economics

4 d. ago ECB Cuts Interest Rates Again as Trump Tariff Fears Threaten Recovery

The European Central Bank lowered interest rates for the seventh time since last June as global trade tensions threaten to derail the region’s economic recovery.

Economics

4 d. ago Canadians cancelling U.S. business trips amid tariff, border tensions

Canadians are cancelling business trips, withdrawing from conferences and avoiding future bookings to the U.S. as the backlash against Trump hits the world of corporate travel.

Economics

4 d. ago Trump’s Tariff Policies Are Hurting the Businesses He’s Trying to Help

Companies are putting hiring and investment plans on hold while they figure out how to cope with the tariffs.

Economics

4 d. ago B.C. urged to cut ties with U.S. LifeLabs owner amid Trump tariffs

A public health advocacy group is urging the B.C. government to end a contract with a U.S. company that owns LifeLabs, the province's main provider of outpatient lab services. 

Economics

4 d. ago Omers Loaded Up on Stocks After Trump’s Tariffs Pummeled Markets

The Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System bought up stocks last week after Donald Trump’s tariff program pummeled global markets.

Economics