Economy
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After meeting with Ford, Trudeau decries populism in Brampton rally
Says negative campaigning coupled with nationalism and populism isn’t a positive for Canada.
Economy adds 31,800 jobs in June, unemployment rate rises to 6%
Average hourly wage growth, closely watched by the Bank of Canada, remained strong last month at 3.6%.
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Lessons in Chinese history as America shuts off from the world
It’s now a post-American era, where the US is not falling, but other countries are closing the gap.
Why the US and China brawl over high technology
Trump administration sees Beijing as orchestrating a brass-knuckles campaign to supplant US technological dominance.
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Busting the minimum wage myth
Studies show raising it actually eliminates employment opportunities.
US factories register faster than expected growth in June
But the effects of retaliatory tariffs and rising dollar could impact growth.
Trump delaying NAFTA deal until after midterm elections
Repeats threat to impose tariffs on imported cars, trucks and auto parts.
US softens trade stance toward China and raises optimism
Raises the possibility the two sides could work toward a negotiated end to punishing tariffs.
Carbon tax could pose costly drain on Saskatchewan economy: study
Even the most conservative scenario shows a $50 per tonne tax would reduce provincial GDP by 2.43%.
Trump blackmailing Canada and Mexico: former Mexican president Fox
Says Canada and Mexico have to remain firmly united rather than give in to Trump’s demands.
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Trade dispute to figure prominently in central bank’s rate decision: Poloz
Projections will include fallout from US steel and aluminum tariffs as well as retaliatory measures by Canada and others.
Finance ministers to press Morneau about opting out of controversial tax change
Critics warn it will unfairly pile on significant costs for small business owners.
NA markets post broad losses as trade worries rise, loonie edges up
Administration says restrictions aimed at China and other countries that allegedly steal US technology.
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Donald Trump’s misguided aversion to trade deficits
They’ve helped fuel the United States economy for decades.
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Trump tweaks Harley for shifting some production overseas to avoid tariffs
Surprised that iconic motorcycle manufacturer was first “to wave the White Flag” in the tariff dispute.
