2 h. ago Tech stocks drive S&P/TSX composite lower, U.S. markets flat amid hot macro data

TORONTO — Canada’s main stock index finished lower on Thursday, weighed down by losses in the technology sector, while U.S. markets were mostly flat as markets digested U.S. wholesale inflation data. Michael Greenberg, portfolio manager for Franklin Templeton Investment Solutions, said much of the market movements came from the recently released macroeconomic data out of […]

Economics

2 h. ago Stock Rally Hits a Wall as US Inflation Picks Up: Markets Wrap

The blistering run in stocks hit a wall as a pick-up in inflation lifted bond yields alongside the dollar, with traders paring bets the Federal Reserve will cut interest rates next month.

Economics

3 h. ago Blackstone’s purchase of Enverus a wager that data will drive new era in energy, CEO says

US$6 billion-plus deal for Calgary-based energy software firm may be the largest Canadian-linked tech deal in 25 years

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5 h. ago European Stocks Rise for a Third Day on Upbeat Insurer Earnings

European stocks rose on Thursday, extending their gains to a third session, as upbeat earnings from insurers helped offset disappointing reports from companies including Adyen NV and HelloFresh SE.

Economics

8 h. ago ‘Absolutely immense’: The companies on the hook for the US$3 trillion AI construction boom

Private capital joins Big Tech in seeking to capture rewards from historic expansion of data centres

Economics

9 h. ago Canada’s Largest Pension Earns 1% After Weak US Dollar Hit Gains

Canada Pension Plan Investment Board returned 1% last quarter as the weak US dollar largely offset gains in stocks and energy assets.

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18 h. ago Eligible households will see latest Canada Child Benefit payments dropping soon

Eligible Canadian families should keep an eye on their bank accounts for the incoming child tax benefit payment.The eighth instalment of the Canada Child Benefit (CCB) will be deposited on Wednesday, Aug. 20.In July, the child tax payment increased, marking the beginning of the new benefit year. The federal government uses a process called indexation to up the benefit amount to help parents amid the cost-of-living crisis.An Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) spokesperson told us in January that the indexation means the max CCB amounts and income thresholds are increased yearly to "keep pace with the rising cost of living."Canadian families saw a 2.7 per cent boost in child tax benefit payments this year, bringing the annual base benefit for children under six from $7,787 to $7,997 ($666 monthly) and from $6,570 to $6,748 ($562 monthly) for children aged six to 17 until June 2026.The Child Disability Benefit (CDB) also went up from $3,322 to $3,411 in...

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24 h. ago PHX Energy Receives TSX Approval for Renewal of Normal Course Issuer Bid

CALGARY, Alberta, Aug. 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — PHX Energy Services Corp. (“PHX Energy” or the “Corporation“) (TSX: PHX) today announced that the Toronto Stock Exchange (“TSX“) has accepted PHX Energy’s notice of intention to renew its normal course issuer bid for a further one-year term (the “NCIB“). The previous NCIB expires on August 15, 2025. […]

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32 h. ago LILLEY: Five moves Carney could make to unleash Canada’s economy

The threat from Trump is about more than tariffs, that's why Canada needs to move quickly to boost our own economy

Transport

32 h. ago Cybersecurity and AI: How Microsoft meets a changing tech landscape

Upgrade your computer with Windows 11 Pro for $25

Events

33 h. ago Stock markets could rally Wednesday amid optimism for future rate cuts

Stock markets in the U.S. and worldwide are poised for a gainful Wednesday trading session as traders in the U.S. are especially optimistic with a higher potential for rate cuts.

Economics

35 h. ago Hedge Fund Boss Says Orsted Share Sale Is ‘Invitation’ to Short

The plan by Denmark’s Orsted A/S to sell more than $9 billion of shares is being seen by one hedge fund boss as an invitation to short the stock.

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40 h. ago Stocks Hit Record, Wall Street Fear Gauge Sinks: Markets Wrap

Stocks climbed to a record as an in-line US inflation reading eased price concerns and bolstered bets on a Federal Reserve interest-rate cut in September.

Economics

40 h. ago Global Stocks Extend Rally on Fed Easing Optimism: Markets Wrap

European stocks advanced as risk-on sentiment, fueled by mounting expectations of Federal Reserve interest rate cuts, continued to lift global equity markets and push bond yields lower.

Economics

44 h. ago Major Australian Gold Miner Evolution Is Eying More Copper Deals

Australia’s second-largest gold miner is looking to boost its exposure to copper, even after posting a record full-year profit following a surge in bullion prices.

Politics

51 h. ago Canada Strong Pass may have led to 15 per cent spike in museum attendance

New data shows Canadians are taking advantage of the perks included with the Canada Strong Pass, with museums seeing a 15 per cent spike in attendance for July.

Other

54 h. ago Federal government commits $45.7M to boost wildfire prevention and response

Funds to help close knowledge gaps, improve risk assessments and support Indigenous-led projects that restore cultural fire stewardship

Events

54 h. ago Backed by Canadian Capital, Uno Platform Secures $3.5M CAD in Seed Money

Driving Homegrown AI Innovation and Showcasing the Global Potential of Canadian Tech MONTREAL — Montreal-based tech company Uno Platform is proud to announce the completion of a $3.5M CAD seed funding round. This round, led by AQC Capital, rounds up $6.5M CAD of total investment in Uno Platform to date, and includes investment from Desjardins […]

Economics

55 h. ago Blockmate investee Hivello integrates with Theta Network to boost user earnings

TORONTO, Aug. 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Blockmate Ventures Inc. (TSX.V: MATE) (OTCQB: MATEF) (FSE: 8MH) (“Blockmate” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce that its investee, Hivello Holdings, has successfully integrated DePIN Theta Network with the Hivello platform to increase passive income earning opportunities for Hivello users. Theta Network becomes the 11th Decentralized Physical […]

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58 h. ago China Evergrande to be delisted from Hong Kong stock exchange following debt woes

HONG KONG (AP) — China Evergrande on Tuesday said it will be delisted from Hong Kong’s stock exchange on Aug. 25, more than a year and a half after the city’s court ordered the heavily indebted real estate developer to be liquidated in another setback to mainland China’s property sector. Evergrande was the world’s most […]

Economics