64 h. ago Sticky US Inflation and Tariffs Are Keeping the Fed Sidelined

US inflation remains at a disquieting level for Federal Reserve officials, just as the Trump administration moves forward with tariffs that risk keeping price pressures elevated.

Economics

4 d. ago Why fixing the housing crisis is key to mitigating economic fallout from the current tariff uncertainty 

As provincial and federal governments work to mitigate the impacts and economic uncertainty caused by the present trade dispute and resulting tariffs, there are three factors that they need to keep in mind.  First, the GTA desperately needs more housing. Second, building more housing for Canadians creates domestic jobs, economic activity and supports industries from […]

Economics

1 week ago Ontario surcharge on energy sent to U.S. still suspended after ‘productive’ meeting

Premier Doug Ford's team confirmed Thursday afternoon the short-lived energy surcharge would not be reintroduced after a sitdown with United States Commerce Sec. Howard Lutnick.

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1 week ago Trump’s tariff ‘chaos’ keeps auto sector ‘on hold,’ union says

U.S. President Donald Trump won't raise incoming steel and aluminum tariffs from 25 per cent to 50 per cent, but other planned tariffs in April are still fuelling uncertainty.

Economics

1 week ago Canada’s Carney Will Keep Tariffs Until US Commits to Free Trade

Canada will keep its trade retaliation in place until the US lifts its own tariffs and commits to free trade, said Mark Carney, who will succeed Justin Trudeau as Canada’s prime minister within days.

Economics

2 w. ago Premier Danielle Smith ‘inclined’ to keep Alberta’s sanctions in place amid U.S. tariff uncertainty

Premier Danielle Smith has said Alberta needs to take action, but she won't curtail or impose financial payments on oil and gas shipments.

Economics

2 w. ago Trump’s tariffs keep fixed mortgage rates down, but that’s small consolation

Robert McLister: CIBC first Big Six bank to take advertised rates below 4% since April 2022

Economics

2 w. ago Varcoe: Last call for U.S. booze, but Alberta will keep serving oil and gas in tariff war

'The diplomatic approach has not yielded the success we hoped and so we do need to get tougher. We do need to put elbows-up'

Economics

2 w. ago Wall Street Wonders When Trump Steps In as Stocks Keep Falling

As stocks traded near records despite threats from President Donald Trump’s trade policies, sticky inflation and a suddenly fragile economy, strategists theorized an invisible hand was at work: Trump’s.

Economics

3 w. ago 25% Tariffs Could Skyrocket Pet Toy Prices–Here’s How Canadians Can Avoid the Hike

DuraPaw Keeps Costs Low for Canadians—No Tariffs, No Border Fees, Just Premium Pet Products. EDMONTON, Alberta, Feb. 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — With proposed 25% tariffs under discussion, this may impact pet products and toys, leading to even higher costs for Canadian consumers — whether due to rising prices, additional import costs, or fluctuating currency […]

Economics

3 w. ago Canadian bankers say cautious clients keeping ‘their powder dry’ amid Trump tariff threats

BMO and Scotiabank see rise in caution and anxiety levels

Economics

4 w. ago Aluminum Keeps Flowing With US Buyers Set to Bear Trump Tariffs

Looming aluminum tariffs have put US makers of everything from cans to cars on edge. But as long as they’re willing to pay enough of a premium, the metal is likely to continue flowing across the northern border.

Economics