Economy
Canada Races August 19 Deadline as Trump Threatens 50% Tariffs
Canadian officials are in urgent talks to avert 50% U.S. tariffs on $20 billion in goods by Aug. 19, warning of severe...
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U.S. Employers Cut 23,000 Jobs, Signaling Wilting Labor Market
U.S. employers unexpectedly cut 23,000 jobs in July, with previous months' gains revised sharply lower, indicating a significant softening of the labor...
Economy
July Jobs Report Due Friday: Forecasters Eye Modest Hiring Pickup
The Labor Department will release the July jobs report Friday, with forecasters expecting a 'modest pickup' in hiring after June's 'lackluster' performance.
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French Heatwave Sparks Food Inflation Fears
Scorching temperatures in France are damaging crops, threatening to drive up food prices for consumers. The agriculture sector faces significant losses.
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Carney Labels US Trade Talks ‘Nasty’ After Trump’s Canada Criticism
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney described trade negotiations with the U.S. as 'nasty' following President Trump's sharp criticism of Canada's leadership and...
Economy
Homeowners Swap Mortgages for Moorings Amid Cost of Living Squeeze
As the cost of living crisis intensifies, a growing number of homeowners are selling up to embrace a life on the water,...
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UK Government May Challenge Paramount’s $110 Billion WBD Takeover
The British government indicates it may intervene in Paramount Skydance's $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros Discovery, signaling major regulatory scrutiny.
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Philippine Economy Stumbles: 2.3% Growth Misses Mark
Philippine economic growth decelerated sharply to 2.3% in Q2, falling short of expectations and marking the slowest pace since 2009 (ex-COVID), as...
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Trump Imposes 15% Polysilicon Tariff to Counter China’s Chip Dominance
President Trump has ordered a 15% tariff on polysilicon imports and set minimum prices, aiming to protect US manufacturers and counter China's...