consumers
Insolvencies up last year as business filings rise for first time since 2001 [UPDATED]
The mining, oil and gas sector led the way with a 75% increase.
US companies’ message to Trump: Don’t expand China tariffs
A new round will inflict financial pain on ordinary households because it will affect many consumer goods.
Shoppers want green packaging, but reluctant to pay more, study suggests [UPDATED]
Only about 38% of respondents were willing to pay more for items with biodegradable packaging.
How to predict consumer spending trends? Use data, intuition
Look for consumers’ search and buying patterns on your own website, Google Trends and Amazon.com.
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Privatizing Ontario electricity companies would help lower rates: report
Toronto Region Board of Trade says it would lead to more innovation, more efficient operation.
RBC cuts growth forecast; blames drop in oil prices
GDP to grow by 2.4% this year, down 0.3% from December’s forecast.
Smartwatches in search of a market for holidays
Samsung, Sony, Qualcomm, Google look to create tech buzz with bored consumers.
