Ford Considers Early Ontario Election Amidst U.S. Tariff Threat
Ontario Premier Doug Ford is considering a snap election due to the potential for devastating U.S. tariffs, arguing he needs a mandate to spend tens of billions of dollars in aid to prevent the loss of 500,000 jobs, while opposition parties claim an election is unnecessary.
Ford Considers Early Ontario Election Amidst U.S. Tariff Threat
Ontario Premier Doug Ford is considering a snap election due to the potential for devastating U.S. tariffs, arguing he needs a mandate to spend tens of billions of dollars in aid to prevent the loss of 500,000 jobs, while opposition parties claim an election is unnecessary.
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48% Bias Score
China's Export Resilience Amidst Shifting Global Trade Dynamics
Driven by the Belt and Road Initiative, China's exports to ASEAN and Latin America grew by 12 percent and 13 percent respectively from January to November 2024; while exports to the US and EU decreased, reflecting a shift in export destinations.
China's Export Resilience Amidst Shifting Global Trade Dynamics
Driven by the Belt and Road Initiative, China's exports to ASEAN and Latin America grew by 12 percent and 13 percent respectively from January to November 2024; while exports to the US and EU decreased, reflecting a shift in export destinations.
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36% Bias Score
U.S. Tariffs: A Covert Tax Increase Masking Consumption Tax Reform
The U.S. is imposing substantial tariffs on imported goods, effectively creating a new consumption tax that will increase prices for consumers, reduce economic growth, and shift tax burdens to fund tax cuts for the wealthy, a policy disguised as a trade measure.
U.S. Tariffs: A Covert Tax Increase Masking Consumption Tax Reform
The U.S. is imposing substantial tariffs on imported goods, effectively creating a new consumption tax that will increase prices for consumers, reduce economic growth, and shift tax burdens to fund tax cuts for the wealthy, a policy disguised as a trade measure.
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52% Bias Score
Trudeau's Resignation Plunges Canada's Economy into Uncertainty"
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's resignation creates significant economic uncertainty as key legislative items are stalled, US trade negotiations loom, and a federal election approaches, potentially impacting fiscal projections and social programs.
Trudeau's Resignation Plunges Canada's Economy into Uncertainty"
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's resignation creates significant economic uncertainty as key legislative items are stalled, US trade negotiations loom, and a federal election approaches, potentially impacting fiscal projections and social programs.
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52% Bias Score
Positive 2025 Economic Forecast Despite Trump's Presidency and Geopolitical Uncertainty
UBS economist Paul Donovan predicts a positive 2025 despite geopolitical uncertainty and Trump's presidency, citing strong economic fundamentals; however, the extent and type of tariffs implemented by Trump pose significant risks to the global economy, particularly impacting Europe and China.
Positive 2025 Economic Forecast Despite Trump's Presidency and Geopolitical Uncertainty
UBS economist Paul Donovan predicts a positive 2025 despite geopolitical uncertainty and Trump's presidency, citing strong economic fundamentals; however, the extent and type of tariffs implemented by Trump pose significant risks to the global economy, particularly impacting Europe and China.
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32% Bias Score
South Korea's Economic Outlook: Political Risks vs. US Tariff Threat
A Bank of Korea official expects South Korea's political turmoil to subside within six months, but the possible imposition of US tariffs on South Korean exports is a more significant concern, potentially weakening the Korean won and increasing market volatility. The country's GDP growth is projected...
South Korea's Economic Outlook: Political Risks vs. US Tariff Threat
A Bank of Korea official expects South Korea's political turmoil to subside within six months, but the possible imposition of US tariffs on South Korean exports is a more significant concern, potentially weakening the Korean won and increasing market volatility. The country's GDP growth is projected...
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36% Bias Score
Multiple Candidates Vie for Canadian Liberal Leadership Amidst Trump Tariffs and Trudeau's Legacy
Multiple candidates are vying for the Canadian Liberal Party leadership, navigating challenges posed by Donald Trump's potential tariffs and the legacy of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau; former central banker Mark Carney is a potential candidate, while Chrystia Freeland's past association with Trudea...
Multiple Candidates Vie for Canadian Liberal Leadership Amidst Trump Tariffs and Trudeau's Legacy
Multiple candidates are vying for the Canadian Liberal Party leadership, navigating challenges posed by Donald Trump's potential tariffs and the legacy of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau; former central banker Mark Carney is a potential candidate, while Chrystia Freeland's past association with Trudea...
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48% Bias Score
China's Exports Surge on US Tariff Fears
China's December exports jumped 10.7% year-on-year, exceeding forecasts amid fears of US tariff hikes, resulting in a record $104.84 billion trade surplus; imports rose 1%, while total trade hit a record 43.85 trillion yuan.
China's Exports Surge on US Tariff Fears
China's December exports jumped 10.7% year-on-year, exceeding forecasts amid fears of US tariff hikes, resulting in a record $104.84 billion trade surplus; imports rose 1%, while total trade hit a record 43.85 trillion yuan.
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44% Bias Score
Trump's Tariffs Pose Major Risk to Global Economic Growth
Increased uncertainty surrounding Donald Trump's second term as US president poses a significant risk to global economic growth due to his threatened tariffs on Chinese imports; experts predict this could cause higher inflation, increased interest rates, and economic instability, particularly affect...
Trump's Tariffs Pose Major Risk to Global Economic Growth
Increased uncertainty surrounding Donald Trump's second term as US president poses a significant risk to global economic growth due to his threatened tariffs on Chinese imports; experts predict this could cause higher inflation, increased interest rates, and economic instability, particularly affect...
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56% Bias Score
European Automakers Face €15 Billion Fine, Production Cuts Amidst 2025 Crisis
European automakers face a €15 billion penalty for failing to meet 2025 EU CO2 emission targets, coupled with Chinese competition, tariff threats, and overcapacity issues, leading to factory closures and reduced sales, although some analysts predict a mid-year sales rebound.
European Automakers Face €15 Billion Fine, Production Cuts Amidst 2025 Crisis
European automakers face a €15 billion penalty for failing to meet 2025 EU CO2 emission targets, coupled with Chinese competition, tariff threats, and overcapacity issues, leading to factory closures and reduced sales, although some analysts predict a mid-year sales rebound.
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48% Bias Score
Canadian Manufacturing Booms on US Stockpiling Ahead of Potential Tariffs
Canada's manufacturing activity surged to a near two-year high in December 2023, reaching 52.2 on the S&P Global PMI, driven by US clients' inventory build-up ahead of potential tariffs; however, supply chain issues and currency fluctuations persist.
Canadian Manufacturing Booms on US Stockpiling Ahead of Potential Tariffs
Canada's manufacturing activity surged to a near two-year high in December 2023, reaching 52.2 on the S&P Global PMI, driven by US clients' inventory build-up ahead of potential tariffs; however, supply chain issues and currency fluctuations persist.
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36% Bias Score
AI Drives Tech Boom in 2024, but Tariffs and Supply Chain Risks Loom
Fueled by massive AI investment, technology stocks, led by Nvidia, soared in 2024, outperforming market benchmarks; however, potential tariffs and supply chain disruptions pose risks for 2025.
AI Drives Tech Boom in 2024, but Tariffs and Supply Chain Risks Loom
Fueled by massive AI investment, technology stocks, led by Nvidia, soared in 2024, outperforming market benchmarks; however, potential tariffs and supply chain disruptions pose risks for 2025.
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48% Bias Score