21 h. ago HOOPP achieves a 9.7% return in 2024 amid global economic and geopolitical instability

TORONTO, March 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP) announced today that it delivered a 9.7% return in 2024. Net assets were at $123 billion (as of Dec. 31, 2024), up from $112.6 billion in 2023. The Plan’s funded status remains strong at 111%, continuing HOOPP’s long history of ensuring […]

Politics

29 h. ago Singapore Warns of Tariff Cascade as Worried Asia Watches Trump

Singapore’s top trade official warned that a barrage of actions from the US and other countries risks undermining global economic growth, in some of the strongest public comments underscoring concerns in the trade-reliant nation.

Economics

29 h. ago Singapore Warns of Tariff Cascade as Worried Asia Eyes Trump

Singapore’s top trade official warned that a barrage of actions from the US and other countries risks undermining global economic growth, in some of the strongest public comments underscoring concerns in the trade-reliant nation.

Economics

41 h. ago The Citation Group Appoints Dave Lacey as New CEO of Citation Canada

HR and health & safety leader brings fresh perspective to drive innovation and strengthen Canadian businesses amid shifting economic conditions TORONTO — The Citation Group, a global leader in compliance software and services, is proud to announce the appointment of Dave Lacey as CEO of Citation Canada. Amid evolving economic conditions and increasingly complex business […]

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44 h. ago European Stocks Edge Lower a Fourth Day as Growth Worries Linger

European stocks retreated for a fourth-straight session as worries about a faltering US economy fueled a global selloff. Germany’s DAX outperformed on optimism around a spending deal.

Economics

8 d. ago Peanut butter, coffee, orange juice: B.C. bracing for Trump tariff impacts

“You want to send a message to the United States that there's a pain to what you're doing," Werner Antweiler, a University of Economics professor told Global News.

Economics

9 d. ago Gold Holds Gain as Trump Stokes Haven Buying With Tariff Moves

Gold steadied after an advance when President Donald Trump confirmed he would impose tariffs on trading partners, deepening concerns about the outlook for the global economy and sparking haven buying.

Economics

9 d. ago Asian Stocks to Decline as Tariffs Spark US Rout: Markets Wrap

Asian stocks are set to fall as President Donald Trump’s pledge to impose tariffs on trading partners sent US shares to their biggest loss of the year and raised the spectre of a trade war hitting global economic growth.

Economics

9 d. ago Asian Stocks Decline After Tariffs Spark US Rout: Markets Wrap

Asian stocks fell Tuesday, tracking US shares lower as President Donald Trump’s pledge to impose tariffs on trading partners raised the spectre of a trade war hitting global economic growth.

Economics

9 d. ago Prices rose along border ahead of Trump’s tariffs – now disruption looms

As 25% tariffs on imports from Mexico and Canada are set to take effect on Tuesday, Hispanic-owned businesses and companies that depend on cross-border trade are already passing higher prices onto consumers and preparing to sharply reduce imports. The prospect of a North American trade war has already thrown the global economy into turmoil, with […]

Economics

1 week ago Charting the Global Economy: Rocky Start to Year for US Growth

US consumer spending weakened and the merchandise trade deficit widened markedly at the start of the year, pointing to a downshift in the world’s largest economy.

Culture

1 week ago Aspen Reports Results for the Three and Twelve Months Ended December 31, 2024

Net Income Available to Ordinary Shareholders of $235 million and Operating Income** of $145 million for the Three Months Ended December 31, 2024 Net Income Available to Ordinary Shareholders of $431 million and Operating Income** of $433 million for the Twelve Months Ended December 31, 2024 Annualized Operating Return on Average Equity** of 24.8% and […]

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2 w. ago Neil Young, Our Lady Peace book Toronto summer concert dates

Canadian folk-rock icon Neil Young has another date with Toronto’s Budweiser Stage. The singer — who opened the venue’s 2024 summer season with Crazy Horse — is set to return on Aug. 17 with his band the Chrome Hearts — Spooner Oldham (Farfisa organ), Micah Nelson (guitar and vocal), Corey McCormick (bass and vocal), Anthony […]

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2 w. ago Cities embrace traditional and generative AI to become future

Global study of 250 cities reveals how cities plan to harness AI to streamline operations, improve services, and boost economic growth NEW YORK — Cities around the world are racing to adopt AI to drive productivity and efficiency and boost their economies, according to a global study of 250 cities conducted by ServiceNow and Deloitte, […]

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2 w. ago India, UK To Resume Free Trade Talks as US Tariff Threats Loom

India’s commerce minister will meet his British counterpart in New Delhi on Monday to revive talks on a trade deal between the two nations, at a time when the US President has unleashed a dramatic shift in global economy with his multiple plans for new tariffs.

Economics