73 m. ago Bank of Canada holds key rate steady amid trade war, economic uncertainty

OTTAWA — The Bank of Canada left its benchmark interest rate unchanged Wednesday as it waits to get a clearer picture of how global trade uncertainty is going to impact the Canadian economy.  The central bank held its policy rate steady at 2.75 per cent, the first time it has left the key rate unchanged […]

Economics

2 h. ago California will sue to stop Trump from imposing sweeping tariffs

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — California Gov. Gavin Newsom said Wednesday that his state will file a lawsuit challenging President Donald Trump’s authority to impose sweeping tariffs that have set off a global trade war. The suit will argue that Trump’s use of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act to impose tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China […]

Economics

3 h. ago Older Arizona voters are closely watching Trump’s tariffs – and their retirement accounts

SUN CITY, Ariz. (AP) — Susan Hemphill said she’s always been frugal with her spending. But the recent volatility in the stock market caused by President Donald Trump’s on-again, off-again tariffs and an escalating trade war with China have made her even more cautious. These days, Hemphill is staying closer to home in Sun City, […]

Economics

4 h. ago The Conference Board of Canada in its recent Major City Insights report, states the London and region economy will grow by 1.7 per cent this year, after growing 1.9 per cent in 2024.

A leading financial agency is forecasting solid economic growth for London, defying fears of a downturn amid a trade and tariff war between the U.S, and Canada. The Conference Board of Canada in its recent major city insights report, predicts the London and region economy will grow by 1.7 per cent this year, after growing […]

Politics

7 h. ago Will the Bank of Canada cut interest rates again as trade war deepens?

Some analysts expect the central bank to cut its benchmark rate by 25 basis points, bringing it down to 2.5 per cent, while others expect the rate to be held steady.

Economics

13 h. ago Oil Steadies With Glut Expectations, Trade War Souring Outlook

Oil steadied after a modest decline on Tuesday as expectations for a glut, and the trade war between the world’s two biggest economies weighed on the demand outlook.

Economics

16 h. ago How Donald Trump’s trade war is forcing Canadian seniors to make difficult choices

Many Canadian seniors say the recent turmoil on global financial markets caused by Donald Trump's trade war if forcing them into making difficult choices.

Economics

19 h. ago Bank of Canada Likely to Pause to Assess Tariff Hit: Decision Guide

The Bank of Canada is likely to hold interest rates steady on Wednesday as officials take stock of the damage posed by US President Donald Trump’s trade war.

Economics

22 h. ago S&P 500 Rises as Traders Parse Earnings and Tariff Developments

US equities eked out modest gains as investors weighed the ongoing global trade war against a slew of positive earnings reports from Wall Street banks.

Economics

23 h. ago Trump Trade War Sparks Run on US Warehouses With Tariff Loophole

US importers looking to sidestep Trump administration tariffs are desperately seeking space in a type of warehouse that lets them stash merchandise for as long as five years without paying duties.

Economics

25 h. ago Pension conference relocates to Canada from U.S. amid trade war

The conference provides in-depth education to manage pension plans while serving the interests of Canadian plan beneficiaries

Economics

26 h. ago Inflation in Canada cools slightly in March, but pressures remain

Overall inflation eased for Canadians in March, but the end of the GST/HST holiday and U.S. President Donald Trump’s trade war continues to stress consumers in Canada.

Economics

26 h. ago Tariff response to be focus at Queen’s Park as new session begins

Ontario's response to the U.S. trade war will factor heavily in the first legislative sitting after Premier Doug Ford cruised to victory in the snap February election.

Economics

29 h. ago Global Oil Surplus to Persist in 2026 as Demand Sags, IEA Says

The International Energy Agency slashed forecasts for global oil demand this year amid the brewing trade war, and in its first detailed assessment of 2026 predicted a persistent supply surplus.

Other

31 h. ago Clothing companies fear Trump tariffs will leave them worse for wear

TORONTO — When Nina Kharey wakes every morning, the first thing she does is search online for U.S. President Donald Trump in hopes that the global trade war he sparked is dissipating. Most of the time, her hunt ends in disappointment. “It’s a lot of uncertainty at the moment,” said Kharey, a Calgary-based designer who […]

Economics

40 h. ago Canadians travelling to U.S. hits lowest rate since COVID amid Trump trade war: new data

US Customs and Border Protection says close to a million fewer travellers were logged crossing into the US in March compared to March 2024

Economics

41 h. ago Ontario unions say struggling colleges can be ‘lifeboat’ through economic turmoil

Union leaders took to Queen's Park to make their pitch to 'save' Ontario's college sector, linking the struggling institutions to Canada's trade war with the United States.

Other

43 h. ago Planning a spring home project? Why you should factor in Trump tariffs

The U.S. and Canadian construction industries are highly interlinked and experts warn that a trade war could make home renovations costlier.

Economics

44 h. ago Halifax residents plan to be ‘welcoming’ to U.S. tourists amid trade war: study

Despite the current political climate and ongoing trade war between Canada and the United States, it seems people in Halifax are still welcoming to American tourists.

Society

47 h. ago Financial Crisis Is One Scenario in US Trade War, Scope Ratings Says

US President Donald Trump’s trade war may have already inflicted persisting economic damage and could still lead to a financial crisis, according to Scope Ratings.

Economics