99 m. ago Half of Canadians and Americans think their countries are in a recession now: poll

OTTAWA — As Canada stares down U.S. President Donald Trump’s repeated threats of devastating tariffs, roughly half of Canadians and Americans believe their countries are in an economic recession right now, a new poll suggests. The results of the Leger survey — which polled both Canadians and Americans — suggest that Canadian and Americans hold […]

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17 h. ago Trump orders tariffs on digital service tax countries, including Canada

Trump's order directs his administration to consider responsive actions like tariffs to 'combat' digital service taxes imposed on U.S. tech companies by foreign countries.

Economics

20 h. ago Trump eyes tariffs on countries with digital services taxes despised by Big Tech

Some 30 countries have adopted or proposed DSTs in recent years, including Canada and the U.K.

Economics

25 h. ago Trump Eyes Tariffs to Counter Digital Taxes Despised by Big Tech

President Donald Trump is expected to sign a memorandum Friday that opens the door to levies in response to digital services taxes some countries impose on US tech giants, people familiar with the plans said, the latest step to expand a tariff war aimed at addressing imbalances in global trade.

Economics

28 h. ago Ivison: Canada must offer Trump a grand bargain on defence and trade

'There will not be a return to the status quo, whether it's concessions on supply management, the digital services tax, the carbon tax and so on,' Prof. Thomas Juneau tells John Ivison

Economics

49 h. ago NTT DATA Launches Smart AI Agent™ to Accelerate Generative AI Adoption and Drive $2 Billion in Revenue by 2027

Next-generation AI tool will enhance operational efficiency, address global talent shortages, and empower businesses with smarter automation. TOKYO — NTT DATA, a global digital business and IT services leader, today announced the international launch of its next-generation Smart AI Agent™. This advanced AI tool is a cornerstone of the company’s strategy to accelerate the adoption […]

Economics

50 h. ago Trump eyeing spring start for lumber tariffs; could new levy stack on current one?

The list of potential American tariffs that could affect Canada grew Wednesday night when U.S. President Donald Trump dropped the idea of a 25% levy on lumber and forest products. Speaking to the media onboard Air Force One, Trump said his administration was eyeing some time around April for the latest announced duty. Earlier this […]

Economics

3 d. ago ATN to Host Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 Financial Results Conference Call on March 5, 2025

BEVERLY, Mass., Feb. 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — ATN International, Inc. (“ATN” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: ATNI), a leading provider of digital infrastructure and communications services, announced today that it will release fourth quarter and full year 2024 results on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, after market close. The Company will host a conference call to […]

Culture

3 d. ago Rubio Says Sanctions to Stay for Now as Trump Eyes Putin Summit

Secretary of State Marco Rubio told European allies that the US will keep sanctions on Russia in place at least until a deal to end the Ukraine conflict is reached, even as his boss, President Donald Trump, said he’ll probably meet Vladimir Putin to discuss a settlement before the end of February.

Politics

4 d. ago Feds look at contract retaliation in response to Trump tariffs

U.S. President Donald Trump is threatening to impose steep tariffs on imports from Canada and other countries, with tariffs on Canadian steel and aluminum set to begin next month.

Economics

5 d. ago New Study from Overfuel Exposes Powersports Industry’s Online Performance Gap

80% of Leading North American Powersports Dealership Websites Fail to Meet Google’s Basic Consumer Standards INDIANAPOLIS — Overfuel, a leading provider of performance-driven dealer website solutions for powersports, automotive, recreational vehicle (RV), and marine, has unveiled a groundbreaking study analyzing the digital readiness of North America’s top powersports sales and services businesses. The report highlights […]

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