Tag #Economic Impact

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Canada Prepares Targeted Support Plan Amidst U.S. Tariff Threats

Facing potential U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods, the Canadian government is preparing a support plan for workers and businesses, learning from pandemic-era programs' successes and failures, focusing on targeted aid and existing employment insurance enhancement, while acknowledging potential politica...

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Basque Group Bids for Talgo Stake, Foreign Investors Eye Acquisition

A Basque investor group is offering to buy almost 30% of Talgo for up to €177 million, potentially leading to the departure of current major shareholder Trilantic, with the possibility of further investment by the Spanish state and a future merger with CAF.

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Trump Administration Freezes USAID Funding in Ukraine

The Trump administration's 90-day freeze on USAID funding in Ukraine (2017), impacting $3-4 billion annually across 115 programs and 11,000 employees, highlighted the extensive US role in Ukraine's social and economic development and forced organizations to find alternative funding sources.

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Trump Presidency: 75% of German Firms Fear Negative Economic Impact

A ZEW survey of 850 German companies in December 2016 shows that 75% anticipate negative economic consequences from Trump's presidency, with those exporting to the US expressing significantly more concern. The survey predates Trump's January 20 inauguration.

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US-Canada Trade War Threat Sends Shockwaves Through Canadian Economy

The threat of a US-Canada trade war initially sent Canadian stocks and the dollar lower on Monday, but a 30-day tariff pause eased concerns, offering lessons for investors, homebuyers, and mortgage holders about the impact of trade disputes on personal finances.

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Trump's Tariff Threats Spark "Buy Canadian" Movement

President Trump's threatened 25% tariffs on Canadian goods sparked a surge in Canadian patriotism and a "Buy Canadian" movement, as evidenced by cancelled US trips and subscriptions, and increased support for local businesses; while a recent poll shows 91% of Canadians wanting to lessen their relian...

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France's Fertility Rate Plummets to Lowest Since 1919

France is experiencing a sharp decline in its fertility rate, with the number of births in 2024 reaching its lowest point since 1919; this decrease is particularly noticeable in regions like Colomiers, where it has fallen by 31% since 2018, impacting schools and potentially future services.

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Canada's Food System Vulnerability Exposed by US Tariffs

Canada's integrated food system, heavily reliant on US processing and distribution, faces disruption from potential tariffs, threatening food security and farm incomes; the situation exposes vulnerabilities arising from trade agreements.

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Canadian Consumers Boycott US Goods Amidst Tariff Threats

In response to President Trump's threatened tariffs, Canadian consumers are actively boycotting US products, prioritizing Canadian alternatives despite challenges in identifying and accessing them; this reflects both economic concerns and a sense of national unity.

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Stricter employment regulations lead to a decrease in self-employed workers in the Netherlands

The Netherlands saw a decrease of over 4,000 self-employed individuals in January 2024 due to stricter enforcement of a ban on disguised employment, with the healthcare sector experiencing the most significant impact, losing almost 2,000 self-employed workers.

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Foodborne Illnesses Cost U.S. $75 Billion Annually, Report Finds

A new report reveals that foodborne illnesses in the U.S. cause about 10 million cases annually, resulting in 53,300 hospitalizations, over 900 deaths, and a staggering $75 billion economic impact, highlighting a fragmented oversight system.

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US Tariff Threat Creates Economic Uncertainty in Windsor, Ontario

The potential imposition of US tariffs on Canadian goods creates significant economic uncertainty in Windsor, Ontario, threatening thousands of jobs and impacting various sectors, including manufacturing, agriculture, and healthcare, due to close economic and social ties with Detroit.

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