26 m. ago Higher brackets, bigger credits and benefits. What to know about Canadian taxes in 2026

Inflation-indexed changes will alter what Canadians owe and what they keep in 2026 earnings

Economics

1 hour ago The Mexican Caribbean Tourism Board Shares 2026 Destination Developments and Anticipated Events Following a Dynamic 2025

Premier hotel and resort openings, expanded international connectivity and pivotal positions in global events amplify momentum for the iconic region CANCUN, Mexico, Dec. 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Looking ahead towards exceptional growth in 2026, the Mexican Caribbean Tourism Board shares destination developments and international events that will further the iconic region’s position as a […]

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1 hour ago Tilray Accelerates U.S. Medical Cannabis Expansion After Landmark Federal Rescheduling: Launches Tilray Medical USA to Lead Nationwide Medical Cannabis Innovation and Growth

Global Cannabis Leader Poised for Major U.S. Market Entry, Signaling New Era for Healthcare NEW YORK, Dec. 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Tilray Medical, a division of Tilray Brands, Inc. (“Tilray” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: TLRY; TSX: TLRY) and a global leader in medical cannabis healthcare, today confirmed its planned strategic framework to advance its […]

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2 h. ago ‘Swiss Cheese’ CPI Report Raises Doubts About US Inflation Data

After long-awaited government data showed underlying US inflation cooled to a four-year low in November, economists agreed on at least this much: something was off.

Economics

2 h. ago Bidgely EmPOWER AI Conference Series to Convene Utility and Energy Thought Leaders Across Four Global Hubs in 2026

OG&E hosts flagship New York event, plus Toronto, London, and Singapore events unveil next wave of Bidgely’s AI, GenAI and UtilityAI Pro-powered agentic AI models LOS ALTOS, Calif. — Following a year of accelerating momentum and global expansion in 2025, Bidgely today announced the 2026 EmPOWER AI conference series. The executive conferences include a […]

Politics

2 h. ago CPABC: Greater Victoria’s labour market holds steady in 2025

VICTORIA, British Columbia, Dec. 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — According to BC Check-Up: Work, an annual report by the Chartered Professional Accountants of British Columbia (CPABC) on labour market trends across the province, the unemployment rate in Greater Victoria was 3.9 per cent in November 2025, little changed from one year earlier. “Most of the […]

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2 h. ago S&P 500 Rises on Easing US Inflation Data, Upbeat Tech Outlook

Stocks advanced on Thursday as a cooler-than-expected inflation report lifted hopes that the Federal Reserve would cut interest rates further. An optimistic outlook in the tech sector also boosted sentiment.

Economics

2 h. ago Canada sees biggest shift in population in over five decades

Canada is seeing its population shrink following a steep decline in the number of international students and foreign workers.According to Statistics Canada, the population fell by 0.2 per cent in the third quarter of 2025 between July 1 and Oct. 1, bringing it to a total of 41,575,585 as of Oct. 1. With its low birth rate, Canada has been experiencing a low level of natural increase, only adding 17,600 more people during those three months. The agency attributes this population decline largely to fewer temporary residents.Canada has introduced several policies aimed at reducing the number of non-permanent residents, and their impact has become increasingly evident this year. The largest decline occurred in the third quarter with a drop of 176,47, followed by the second quarter (down 58,719) and the first quarter (down 55,194). According to StatsCan, the third quarter decline was the largest drop since records began 54 years ago in 1971.As of Oct. 1, temporary residents made up 6.8 p...

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6 h. ago US consumer prices up 2.7% after government shutdown skipped October data

U.S. inflation slowed unexpectedly last month, the government said in a report that was delayed and likely distorted by the government shutdown.

Politics

6 h. ago ECB Holds Rates With Growth Firmer and Inflation Near Target

The European Central Bank left interest rates unchanged for a fourth straight meeting as inflation hovers around target and the euro zone weathers global shocks.

Economics

7 h. ago US consumer prices slowed unexpectedly in November, but still up 2.7% from a year earlier

WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. inflation slowed unexpectedly last month, the government said in a report that was delayed by the government shutdown. The Labor Department reported Thursday that its consumer price index was up 2.7% in November from a year earlier. The report was delayed eight days by the federal government’s 43-day shutdown, which also […]

Economics

8 h. ago Alberta’s municipal spending problem: Why taxpayers never get a break

Albertans are told, year after year, right before the holidays, that municipal tax increases are “unavoidable.” Inflation. Growth. Aging infrastructure. Pick your justification. Yet, what’s missing from the conversation is where are the municipalities that have actually cut spending, held the line or delivered tax relief? They’re nowhere to be found — and that says […]

Politics

8 h. ago In Full: Bank of England Policymakers’ Views After Cutting Rates

The Bank of England is giving investors a more detailed look at the range of views across the nine members of its rate-setting panel.

Events

8 h. ago Bank of England Cuts Rates to 3.75% With Weaker Inflation Ahead

The Bank of England cut interest rates to the lowest in almost three years in a pre-Christmas boost for UK households, and suggested inflation is cooling enough for it to ease policy further in 2026.

Economics

8 h. ago Montreal weather: Wind warning could wreak havoc with hydro wires, inflatable Santas

Wind gusts in the Montreal area could reach up to 90 kilometres per hour on Friday, Environment Canada's yellow warning says.

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11 h. ago Modest but steady economic growth likely means no interest rate cut for Europe

FRANKFURT, Germany (AP) — Signs of a modest economic upswing in Europe will likely let the European Central Bank keep interest rates unchanged Thursday for a fourth straight meeting. President Christine Lagarde has said at recent meetings that monetary policy remains “in a good place” with the benchmark deposit rate at 2%. Analysts expect that […]

Economics

12 h. ago Regnology Signs an Agreement to Acquire Moody’s Regulatory Reporting & ALM Solutions

The deal further strengthens Regnology’s global position in Regulatory Reporting and significantly accelerates its expansion into new markets FRANKFURT, Germany — Regnology, a leading provider in regulatory, risk, tax, and finance reporting, as well as supervisory technology, today announced it has signed an exclusive agreement for the acquisition of Moody’s Regulatory Reporting & ALM Solutions […]

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15 h. ago Asian shares follow Wall Street lower as AI worries drag tech stocks lower

BANGKOK (AP) — Asian shares slipped further on Thursday after declines for AI stocks dragged the U.S. market to its worst day in nearly a month. Traders are waiting for an update on U.S. inflation, and on a decision Friday by Japan’s central bank on interest rates. The Bank of Japan is expected to raise […]

Economics

16 h. ago INFOGRAPHIE | Cinq ans d'inflation: la dinde désormais moins chère dans le panier des Fêtes

On économise aussi sur les légumes, mais le prix du boeuf a complètement explosé.

Economics

17 h. ago US, Japan Panel Convene to Mull Projects for $550 Billion Fund

A US-Japan consultation panel held its first meeting to consider initial projects for a $550 billion investment pledge that is a pillar of the two countries’ trade deal.

Economics