Tag #Economy

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Alberta Premier's U.S. Lobbying Effort Diverges from Canadian Strategy

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is lobbying U.S. officials to secure exemptions for Canadian crude oil from potential tariffs, employing a strategy that emphasizes mutual economic benefit despite criticism for undermining national unity.

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Ontario Colleges Face Funding Crisis Amidst Federal International Student Visa Cuts

The number of international student visas available to Ontario colleges and universities will drop by approximately 25,000 in 2025 due to a federal government decision to reduce study permits by 45 percent to address housing market strain, resulting in significant financial losses and program cuts a...

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Quality Education
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China Mandates Increased Stock Investment to Boost Economy

The Chinese government announced that mutual and insurance funds must increase A-share investments by at least 10% and 30% respectively annually to boost the stock market and encourage consumer spending, starting this year.

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WEF Meeting Highlights Weak Global Economy, Urges Cooperation Amid Protectionism Concerns

The 2025 World Economic Forum (WEF) annual meeting in Davos, Switzerland, highlighted a weak global economic recovery, with 56 percent of surveyed chief economists expecting a decline in 2025, while the IMF projects growth below the 2000-2019 average. Concerns over rising protectionism and geopoliti...

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CEO Shooting Spurs Global Reassessment of Executive Security

The CEO of UnitedHealthcare, Brian Thompson, was shot in New York City last month, prompting a global reassessment of executive security protocols and raising concerns about the potential impact on attracting future leadership talent; the global private security market exceeded \$240 billion in 2023...

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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Trump's Softened Stance on China: A Temporary Truce?

President Trump's second term shows early signs of improved US-China relations, marked by a pause on new tariffs and diplomatic overtures from China, despite potential future conflicts over trade and technology.

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Reduced Inequality
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Canada's Potential Economic Union with the U.S.: Benefits and Risks

An Angus Reid survey reveals that Canadians under 55 lack deep emotional attachment to Canada, and their attachment depends on the country providing a good standard of living. This raises concerns about Canada's integration with the U.S., and the potential benefits and drawbacks of adopting the U.S....

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Trump's Ultimatum: Invest in US or Face Tariffs

At the World Economic Forum, President Trump threatened tariffs on companies that don't invest in the US, promising lower taxes in return; he also urged oil producers to lower prices to harm Russia's war effort, highlighting a new era of geostrategic competition.

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Trump's Four-Step Economic Plan: Tax Cuts, Tariffs, and the Fight Against Inflation

President Trump unveiled a four-step economic plan: lowering corporate taxes to 15%, imposing tariffs on foreign goods, reducing energy costs through OPEC negotiation and increased US production, and lowering interest rates. He claims this will stimulate economic growth, reduce inflation, and reduce...

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Boeing Projects $12 Billion Loss in 2024 Amidst Multiple Crises

Boeing projects a $12 billion loss for 2024 due to a series of crises, including a mid-flight fuselage failure, a strike affecting production, and a 10% workforce reduction; the company anticipates resolving these issues under new leadership.

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France, Germany Seek Delay of EU Corporate Sustainability Reporting Rules

France and Germany are pushing for a delay and simplification of new EU rules on corporate environmental reporting and due diligence, citing concerns about their impact on businesses; the European Commission is expected to review these regulations by February 26th.

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Responsible Consumption and Production
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Trump's Tariff Strategy: A Negotiating Tool or Trade War?

President Trump, during a World Economic Forum address, threatened businesses that do not manufacture in America with tariffs, a tactic described by Kevin O'Leary as a negotiating tool to leverage America's large market and incentivize domestic production, while also addressing issues such as illega...

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