11 h. 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

35 h. 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

40 h. ago Canadians cancel U.S. business trips en masse amid tariff anger and border fear

MONTREAL — First came the tariff threats. Then the annexation taunts. But it wasn’t until reports surfaced about foreigners detained while trying to enter the U.S. that Oscar Acosta decided to call off trips to three business conventions south of the border. He was “undeterred until last month” — when the tech CEO read about […]

Economics

56 h. ago Manufacturers call for bold policy changes as sector faces threats from U.S. tariffs

A business group representing manufacturers is calling for less regulation and lower taxes as part of its policy recommendations to support a sector under threat from U.S. tariffs. Canadian Manufacturers and Exporters says whoever wins the federal election has to act decisively to reposition Canada’s economy for growth. Chief executive Dennis Darby says the economic […]

Economics

60 h. ago Edmonton homebuyers continue to surge against national trend, province hurries to keep up with demand

With an election imminent and the threat of tariffs imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump off and on, unlike other markets across Canada Edmonton homebuyers haven’t been deterred from the market. “I think when people are shopping for a home, the first thing that they’re thinking about is, what do I need for my family? […]

Society

4 d. ago Alberta government launches campaign to get consumers to buy local during 'critical time'

Alberta is encouraging consumers to shop in the province by kicking off its “Buy Local” campaign. U.S. President Donald Trump’s ongoing threat of tariffs has put Canada on high alert and ready to make key changes to defend its economy. In March, Alberta announced a four-pronged approach to defend against tariffs, including launching a “Buy […]

Politics

7 d. ago Hedge Funds Reversed Oil Bets at Record Pace After Trump Tariffs

Hedge funds reversed their position on oil at the fastest pace on record as US President Donald Trump imposed tariffs against major trade partners, threatening to cripple global energy demand.

Economics

7 d. ago Most Canadians say they expect to feel U.S. tariffs, want Canada to fight back: poll

Trump has imposed tariffs on Canada and countries around the world, and has threatened to increase them if those countries insist on retaliating with tariffs of their own

Economics

8 d. ago British Columbia to Axe US Contracts, Pushing Back in Trade Spat

British Columbia, Canada’s third-most populous province, directed its agencies and state corporations to ditch US suppliers, extending its retaliation in response to President Donald Trump’s tariffs and threats.

Economics

8 d. ago JAY GOLDBERG: Poilievre the man with a plan to spur economic growth

In an election dominated by questions about who can best navigate a second term of U.S. President Donald Trump and his tariff threats, the Conservatives and Pierre Poilievre have put their best foot forward. Prime Minister Mark Carney has offered many platitudes in this election. He’s holding up his resume and hoping that it will […]

Other

8 d. ago Canadians turn their backs on U.S. travel, as return trips plunge: StatCan

Canadian visits to the United States plummeted last month amid anger over tariffs and annexation threats from its president, on top of growing fears about treatment at the border. In March, the number of Canadians returning home by car from the U.S. fell nearly 32 per cent compared to March 2024, the third consecutive month […]

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8 d. ago German Economy to Stagnate in 2025 on Tariff Pain, Advisers Say

The German economy won’t see meaningful growth this year and Donald Trump’s tariff policies threaten an even bleaker outcome, according to the country’s leading research institutes.

Economics

9 d. ago Trump Tariffs Threaten Spread of Big Batteries on the Power Grid

Analysts say the trade war will pile costs onto the fast-growing US energy storage industry — and slow it down.

Economics

1 week ago China vows ‘fight to the end’ on tariffs as Trump threatens another 50% duty hike

Raises the risk of a prolonged trade war as two countries look set to dig in

Economics

1 week ago China vows to ‘fight to the end’ after Trump threatens more tariffs

The Commerce Ministry said the U.S.‘s imposition of 'so-called ‘reciprocal tariffs’' on China is 'completely groundless and is a typical unilateral bullying practice.'

Economics

1 week ago Tariffs Threaten to Push US Home Insurance Rates Even Higher

With the Los Angeles fires in January and last week’s severe storms that brought flooding and tornadoes to the Midwest, extreme weather is already battering US homes in 2025. Homeowners should expect their insurance rates to jump accordingly, says Insurify, an insurance policy comparison website, in a new report.

Economics

1 week ago Toronto rock legend Neil Young attends U.S. protest with 'hands off Canada' sign

Canadian celebrities residing in the United States are starting to speak up in support of their home country, with rock and roll legend Neil Young the latest homegrown talent standing up to U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs and annexation threats.The 79-year-old rocker — one of the few artists to hold the distinction of being inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame twice — was spotted at a protest in the Los Angeles suburb of Thousand Oaks, California.Young was one of thousands to take part in the protest on Saturday, which was one of several organized demonstrations held as part of the Hands Off! National Day of Action.Over 2,000 attended Saturday's demonstration in Thousand Oaks, far exceeding the 1,300 protestors expected by organizers.Among the throngs who attended, the Canadian music icon blended in with the pack with the help of a "Hands Off Canada" sign.While Young has an estimated net worth in the vicinity of $200 million, the Rockin' in the Free World s...

Other

1 week ago Trump threatens new 50% tariff on China on top of ‘reciprocal’ duties

Trump's response is in reaction to China retaliating to the U.S. "reciprocal" tariffs with a 34 per cent duty of its own on American imports.

Economics

1 week ago Copper’s Bull Run Turns Into a Rout as Reality of Tariffs Bites

Two weeks ago, copper prices were surging as traders warned that threatened US tariffs on the metal would squeeze global supplies. Now, copper bulls are confronting one of the market’s worst-ever selloffs as President Donald Trump’s broader trade war upends the outlook for demand.

Economics

1 week ago Trump’s tariffs present unpredictable threat to autoworkers in Oshawa, Ont.

'We're really in a fight with one man and his small group and his administration,' says union president

Society