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Can the federal budget reset Canada's economy?
Canada’s economy is suffering. The Bank of Canada says interest rate cuts can only do so much. So it’s passed the baton to the federal government. This week’s budget can do what the central bank cannot: restructure how the Canadian economy grows. Source link
Why some airline travellers are opting for a seat upgrade, despite the big price tag
Airlines say they are reporting more revenue from upgrades. Some passengers say that’s because the economy ticket experience has become so undesirable. Source link
Why some airline travellers are opting for a seat upgrade, despite the big price tag
Airlines say they are reporting more revenue from upgrades. Some passengers say that’s because the economy ticket experience has become so undesirable. Source link
Tough times for truck and bus makers as new tariffs go into effect
As of Nov. 1, all medium- and heavy-duty trucks and parts headed to the U.S. will get a 25 per cent tariff, while buses will be levied at 10 per cent. While truck and bus making are small industries in Canada, experts say the tariffs could have a big impact. Source link
Canada's economy shrank by 0.3% in August
Canada’s economy shrank in August against widespread expectations of no growth, Statistics Canada data showed on Friday, but an advanced estimate pointed out the economy might escape a recession in the third quarter. Source link
MEG meeting on Cenovus deal paused to address 'regulatory inquiry'
The chairman of MEG Energy Corp. has paused a shareholder meeting on a proposed takeover by Cenovus Energy Inc. to address an unspecified regulatory matter. Source link
MEG meeting on Cenovus deal postponed another week
MEG board chair James McFarland twice paused the meeting Thursday to address a last-minute “regulatory inquiry” before adjourning it until Nov. 6. Source link
This Alberta mountain town plays a big role in the fitness watch craze
In the small Alberta town of Cochrane, an eclectic group of engineers and athletes at Garmin Canada are helping to fuel the explosive growth of fitness watches and wearables. Source link
U.S. Federal Reserve cuts interest rates for 2nd time this year to boost growth, hiring
The U.S. Federal Reserve cut its key interest rate Wednesday for a second time this year as it seeks to shore up economic growth and hiring even as inflation stays elevated. Source link
Nvidia rides AI boom to become the first company to reach $5-trillion valuation
Since the launch of ChatGPT in 2022, Nvidia’s shares have climbed 12-fold as the AI frenzy propelled the S&P 500 to record highs, igniting a debate on whether frothy tech valuations could lead to the next big bubble. Source link