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Minimum wage hikes took effect today in Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Nova Scotia and PEI, driven by cost-of-living adjustments.

Canada faces a growing investment crisis as business groups demand fiscal discipline, access to capital, and broad tax reform in upcoming budget talks.

Starbucks confirms 900 corporate job cuts and multiple store closures across North America as part of a major operational restructuring plan.

UAE and Alberta strengthen trade and investment ties at the Investopia forum in Calgary, focusing on clean energy, tech, and economic cooperation.

Gold prices hit record highs near $3,791 per ounce as markets respond to U.S. rate cuts, dollar weakness, and strong safe-haven investment flows.

OECD lifts 2025 global growth forecast to 3.2 percent but warns U.S. tariffs, slowing demand and trade tensions could weigh on economies in 2026.

Pfizer will acquire biotech Metsera for $4.9B in cash, expanding its obesity treatment portfolio with milestone payments possibly raising the deal to $7.3B.

India and Canada resume talks on trade, defense, critical minerals and more as diplomatic ties are restored through foreign office consultations.

WTO says AI could boost global trade by nearly 40% and GDP by 13% by 2040 if digital infrastructure and trade policies are adapted worldwide.

CMHC reports Toronto housing starts have hit a 30-year low in 2025, driven by a sharp decline in condo construction and stalled project launches.