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China’s economy expanded 5.2% last year, hitting target of ‘about 5%’ even though recovery is uneven
HONG KONG (AP) — China’s economy for the October-December quarter grew at a quicker rate,…
Gildan accuses ex-CEO of close relationship with shareholders calling for his return
MONTREAL – Gildan Activewear Inc. is escalating an ongoing public battle for control of the…
Shell will sell big piece of its Nigeria oil business, but activists want pollution cleaned up first
ABUJA, Nigeria (AP) — Shell said Tuesday it agreed to sell its onshore business in…
Top Federal Reserve official says inflation fight seems nearly won, with rate cuts coming
WASHINGTON (AP) — A top Federal Reserve official said Tuesday that he is increasingly confident…
Loblaw’s reduced discounts match competitors while retaining higher margin: experts
TORONTO – Loblaw’s decision to reduce steep discounts on soon-to-expire food is a move to…
Most actively traded companies on the Toronto Stock Exchange
TORONTO – Some of the most active companies traded Tuesday on the Toronto Stock Exchange:…
S&P/TSX composite down more than 100 points on Tuesday, U.S. stock markets down
TORONTO – Canada’s main stock index declined more than 100 points on Tuesday, weighed down…
Rogers overtakes Bell in annual report on telecom complaints as wireless issues rise
Rogers Communications Inc. is now Canada’s most complained about telecommunications provider, accounting for one out…
WestJet Encore pilots kick off conciliation, starting countdown to possible strike
The union representing pilots with WestJet’s regional subsidiary has turned to Ottawa for a dispute…
Stock market today: Wall Street slips in a lackluster restart to trading as Treasury yields rise
NEW YORK (AP) — Wall Street closed lower in a lackluster return to trading following…
New graphic health warnings on cigarette packs aim to help smokers kick the habit
A bulging lump on someone’s tongue. A big toe that has turned greenish-black from gangrene.…
Canada’s annual inflation rate accelerates to 3.4% in Dec, complicating path for BoC
OTTAWA – Canada’s annual inflation rate rose to 3.4 per cent in December, marking another…
Supreme Court rebuffs Apple’s Court appeal on app payments, threatening billions in revenue
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court on Tuesday allowed a court order to take effect…
Stocks in for a positive year with rate cuts, economic recovery in sight: report
TORONTO – Stock and bond markets have a bumpy year ahead of them but will…
Board ousts CEO of Regina exhibition group responsible for failed tourism campaign
REGINA – The board that oversees Regina’s exhibition grounds has fired its president and CEO…
Restaurant Brands buying Burger King franchisee Carrols Restaurant Group for US$1B
TORONTO – Burger King’s parent company has signed a US$1 billion deal to buy the…
Barrick says it produced 4.05 million ounces of gold in 2023
TORONTO – Barrick Gold Corp. says it produced 4.05 million ounces of gold in 2023…
Alberta oil output hits new record as producers ramp up for Trans Mountain completion
CALGARY – Alberta oil production hit an all-time record in November, as oilsands companies ramped…
CMHC says annual pace of housing starts up 18% in December
OTTAWA – Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp. says the annual pace of housing starts in…
Talking to aging parents about money can be easy — with the right strategy
As a certified financial planner and financial advisor, Jackie Porter is used to getting people…
Here’s a list of December inflation rates for Canadian provinces
OTTAWA – Canada’s annual inflation rate was 3.4 per cent in December, Statistics Canada says.…
Here’s a list of December inflation rates for selected Canadian cities
OTTAWA – Canada’s annual inflation rate was 3.4 per cent in December, Statistics Canada says.…
Teck Resources says 2023 copper production fell short of guidance
VANCOUVER – Teck Resources Ltd. says its copper production for 2023 fell short of its…
Tremors from Red Sea conflict start to shake Canada, with dozens of ships delayed
MONTREAL – Canadian shippers are starting to feel the strain of recent attacks on cargo…