consumers
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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RBC cuts growth forecast; blames drop in oil prices
GDP to grow by 2.4% this year, down 0.3% from December’s forecast.
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Smartwatches in search of a market for holidays
Samsung, Sony, Qualcomm, Google look to create tech buzz with bored consumers.
