49 h. ago EU Lawmakers Seek Tweaks to US Trade Deal, Risking Trump Detente

The European Parliament is pressing for changes to a controversial EU-US trade deal reached this summer, raising the risk of fresh tensions just as Brussels seeks to stabilize relations strained under President Donald Trump.

Economics

57 h. ago China Says Trade Tensions, Pandemic Made Emissions Cuts Tough

China has experienced challenges in reducing carbon emissions intensity, one of the key climate goals set out in the 14th five-year plan, citing factors including trade tensions, weather and the Covid-19 pandemic.

Society

4 d. ago AI could help manufacturers offset tariff costs, depending on implementation: experts

Manufacturing experts say there are specific ways integrating AI into the sector can help reduce costs and improve margins in the face of trade tensions, but note it won’t be a silver bullet. “When the U.S. charges a 25 per cent tariff, if you can drop the supply price by, let’s say 20 per cent […]

Economics

6 d. ago China’s export growth slows in August as US tariffs and trade tensions bite

BEIJING (AP) — China’s exports grew last month but at a slower pace than in recent months, the country’s customs agency said Monday. Exports reached $321.8 billion in August, a 4.4% increase compared to the same month last year. That was down from a 7.2% jump in July. Meanwhile, imports totaled $219.5 billion, a 1.8% […]

Economics

9 d. ago China Hits EU Pork With Initial Duties Up to 62% After Probe

China slapped preliminary duties on pork imports from the European Union, a move set to disrupt shipments from one of the world’s biggest suppliers and further stoke trade tensions between Brussels and Beijing.

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1 week ago WestJet Makes Huge Boeing Order, Citing Canada and US Benefits

WestJet, Canada’s second-largest airline, will purchase 67 Boeing Co. aircraft with an option for more, placing its biggest-ever order in a push for future growth even as trade tensions with the US persist.

Transport

1 week ago Germany Urges Europe to Stop China Buying So Much Copper Scrap

Europe needs to help its copper smelters by stemming “huge” flows of scrap metal to China, Germany’s Economy Minister Katherina Reiche said, potentially opening up a new front in trade tensions.

Economics

1 week ago Canadian farmers weigh future as Chinese tariffs hit canola prices

China hit Canadian canola seed with a 75.8 per cent tariff. The duty is seen as a response to Canada's 100 per cent tariff on Chinese electric vehicles.

Economics

2 w. ago No decision on sale of HBC leases to Ruby Liu as judge says he has ‘a few things to think about’

Approval of the sale of the 25 leases to Liu would lead to a recovery of over $50M for HBC’s creditors and create about 1,800 jobs across Canada, a court document says

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2 w. ago Canadian economy contracts 1.6% in Q2 as tariffs hit, StatCan says

OTTAWA — The Canadian economy contracted in the second quarter under the weight of U.S. tariffs, Statistics Canada said Friday. Real gross domestic product declined 1.6 per cent on an annualized basis in the second quarter thanks to a sharp drop-off in exports and business investment. That’s down from annualized growth of two per cent […]

Economics

2 w. ago Bank bosses strike cautious tone on earnings calls as trade uncertainty lingers

The tone was more cautious than doom-and-gloom this week as executives at Canada’s big six banks released third-quarter results and discussed how geopolitical unrest and trade turmoil is likely to continue clouding the picture in the months ahead. “Global trade tensions may result in slower growth and higher inflation in many countries, including Canada and […]

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2 w. ago Taylor Swift is in her engagement era. Will it give the economy a boost?

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's engagement announcement has garnered social media attention, but can 'Swiftonomics' deliver a boost for retail sales?

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2 w. ago Royal Bank maintaining ‘prudent posture’ amid trade uncertainty, economic resilience

The chief risk officer at Royal Bank of Canada says the money it sets aside for potential loan losses is expected to remain elevated for the next few quarters as trade tensions persist, though the economy is showing signs of resilience. “In the ongoing uncertainty this quarter, we have maintained our prudent posture and retained […]

Economics

2 w. ago Dollarama sales rise 10% as discount retailer expands to Australia, Mexico

Earnings include sales from The Reject Shop deal, first Dollarcity store in Mexico and 27 new Dollarama locations in Canada

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3 w. ago Canada to drop many retaliatory tariffs in olive branch to Trump

Canada will remove its retaliatory tariffs on a long list of U.S. products that comply with the existing North American trade deal, seeking to lower tensions with the White House. Prime Minister Mark Carney is expected to announce the decision Friday after a meeting with his cabinet. The government will change its tariff policy to […]

Economics

3 w. ago Retail sales climbed 1.5% totalling over $70 billion in June; StatsCan

Retail sales climbed 1.5 per cent and totalled more than $70 billion in June, according to Statistics Canada, although the agency says July could show a decline.

Economics

3 w. ago Retail sales rise in June even as trade tensions hit Canadian businesses

More than quarter of businesses face price increases, changing demand and supply chain delays

Economics

3 w. ago The number of EI recipients is up nearly 13% in June, says StatCan

The number of new Employment Insurance recipients in Canada is rising as a rapid rate, according to Statistics Canada, which notes Quebec and Ontario saw the highest rise in June.

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3 w. ago ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X to Hit Canadian Stores on October 16

Gaming handhelds will be on show for the very first time at Gamescom 2025 KEY POINTS Ready for launch: On-shelf availability of ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X slated for October 16, 2025 Optimized for handheld gaming: Xbox team has developed a new experience designed to make more games ready to play on […]

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3 w. ago TILT Holdings Announces Closing on Sale of Massachusetts Dispensaries to In Good Health

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Aug. 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — TILT Holdings Inc. (“TILT” or the “Company”) (Cboe CA:TILT) (OTCID: TLLTF), a global provider of cannabis business solutions that include inhalation technologies, cultivation, manufacturing, processing, brand development and retail, announced today the closing of the sale of two of its Massachusetts dispensaries to In Good Health. The […]

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