The United States government is considering changes to its tariffs on imported steel and aluminum, a move that could reshape trade dynamics for exporters, producers and manufacturers on both sides of the border. Originally implemented to shield domestic industries from foreign competition, these levies have been a flashpoint in global trade negotiations for years. The…
Canada’s inflation rate slowed unexpectedly in January, providing welcome relief for consumers and policymakers alike. Headline inflation eased to 2.3% year-over-year, down from prior months and below many forecasts, suggesting that price pressures were beginning to moderate across the economy. This deceleration was broad-based, with several key categories contributing to the softer reading. Among the…
A British Columbia–based development firm has confirmed that a planned sale of a large industrial property in Virginia to a U.S. federal agency will no longer move forward. The warehouse, located in Ashland, Virginia, had been under contract with a U.S. government contractor linked to the Department of Homeland Security, which intended to convert the…
Trade tensions between the United States and Canada have escalated sharply as U.S. leadership has issued a series of aggressive tariff threats that could reshape cross-border economic relations in 2026. The actions are tied to upcoming negotiations over the United States–Mexico–Canada Agreement (USMCA), a major trade pact underpinning economic integration across North America, and concerns…
A growing number of Canadian residents have returned home from trips to the United States, signaling a broader rebound in travel activity after a period of muted movement between the two countries. The latest data show an uptick in cross-border traffic, with more travelers heading south for leisure, business, and family visits and subsequently returning…
It’s rare to see a TSX-listed stock soar nearly 400% in a single year and still look like it has more room to climb. Yet that’s exactly what Celestica (TSX:CLS) has done. Once an under-the-radar name, the company has become one of the most talked-about Canadian stocks of 2025, fueled by the artificial intelligence (AI)…
Every investor dreams of finding that one dividend stock that seems to do it all — offering a strong yield, consistent payout growth, and dependable returns. But the secret to lasting dividend success isn’t chasing the highest yield — it’s focusing on reliability. The best dividend stocks thrive in almost any economic environment, delivering steady…
Ontario, whose manufacturing-driven economy has been hit hard by new U.S. tariffs, has projected a smaller-than-expected fiscal deficit and announced new measures to support businesses and home buyers, according to its latest fiscal update released Thursday. The province now expects a deficit of C$13.5 billion ($9.63 billion) for fiscal 2025–26, an improvement from the C$14.6…
Canada has unveiled the first wave of projects under the G7’s critical minerals production alliance — a move designed to counter China’s overwhelming control of global mineral supply chains. The 25 new initiatives include purchase agreements for a Quebec graphite mine and funding to expand a rare earth refinery in Ontario. Also Read: Canadian stocks…
Canada’s population growth has slowed sharply following Ottawa’s decision to scale back immigration targets — a move that is beginning to ease pressure on housing and stabilize the labour market, according to a new report from TD Economics. “The federal government’s revised immigration plan is starting to pay dividends in restoring balance to a stretched…
The Bank of Canada (BoC) has lowered its key interest rate by another 25 basis points to 2.25%, marking its second consecutive rate cut as the central bank navigates growing economic headwinds. The decision, widely anticipated by economists, comes as Canada faces increasing fallout from U.S. tariffs and sluggish domestic momentum, despite recent signs of…
One of the most effective ways to multiply your wealth is by investing in companies undergoing major transformations. When a business successfully restructures, improves profitability, or focuses on higher-margin opportunities, its stock can deliver exceptional long-term returns. Two Canadian companies currently fit that profile perfectly. One is unlocking hidden value through a strategic spin-off, while…
Silver’s Rally Gains Steam Silver is stepping into the spotlight. Unlike gold, which is mostly valued as a store of wealth, silver boasts strong industrial demand — from electronics and solar panels to batteries and clean-tech applications. This unique mix of investment and industrial demand, combined with a persistent supply deficit, a softer U.S. dollar,…
U.S. President Donald Trump announced an additional 10 per cent tariff on Canadian goods after the Ontario government failed to immediately remove an anti-tariff advertisement aired in American markets. Trump accused Ontario of “serious misrepresentation of the facts” and called the ad a “fraud,” criticizing Premier Doug Ford for allowing it to air during the…
Canada’s annual inflation rate rose more than anticipated in September, potentially complicating—but not derailing—expectations for another Bank of Canada (BoC) interest rate cut next week. According to Statistics Canada, the consumer price index (CPI) increased 2.4% year over year, up from 1.9% in August and above the consensus forecast of 2.2% from CIBC Economics. Also…
