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A global rally for stocks stumbles on uncertainties about Trump's tariffs, but Nvidia shines

A global rally for stocks stumbles on uncertainties about Trump's tariffs, but Nvidia shines

NEW YORK (AP) — A big rally for stocks that began in Asia ran out of momentum amid uncertainty about what will happen next after a U.S. court blocked many of President Donald Trump’s tariffs. The S&P 500 rose 0.
Prime Video's Canadian slate includes docs on RV culture, Toronto romance scammer

Prime Video's Canadian slate includes docs on RV culture, Toronto romance scammer

TORONTO — Prime Video’s upcoming Canadian lineup includes a docuseries about Alberta brothers who sell RV parts and a true crime story about the dark side of Toronto’s dating scene.
Bank results show lesser fallout from trade uncertainty than feared, so far

Bank results show lesser fallout from trade uncertainty than feared, so far

TORONTO — Results from Canadian banks this quarter showed a range of views on what's ahead for the economy, but were largely in agreement that the hit from tariffs and trade uncertainty hasn't been as bad as feared so far.
Royal Bank raises dividend and plans buybacks as results hit by cautious outlook

Royal Bank raises dividend and plans buybacks as results hit by cautious outlook

TORONTO — Royal Bank of Canada's cautious outlook on the future led to a notable build in its provisions for potential loan losses in the quarter, though profits also rose and it increased payouts to shareholders.
Last-minute changes to Ontario mining bill are not good enough, First Nations say

Last-minute changes to Ontario mining bill are not good enough, First Nations say

TORONTO — Last-minute changes to a controversial Ontario mining bill are not good enough and ignore a central plea to work together on drafting legislation, First Nations said Thursday.
Nova Scotia to survey public on expanding retail sale of alcohol

Nova Scotia to survey public on expanding retail sale of alcohol

HALIFAX — Nova Scotia announced a month-long public survey Thursday as the provincial government considers expanding alcohol sales to retail outlets like grocery and corner stores.
A timeline of U.S. President Donald Trump's trade war with Canada

A timeline of U.S. President Donald Trump's trade war with Canada

For over a year before the November 2024 presidential election, Donald Trump had been signalling plans to impose across-the-board tariffs if he won the United States presidency. Trump was elected on Nov.
Canada Post puts forward ‘final offers’ to union, posts $1.3B loss for 2024

Canada Post puts forward ‘final offers’ to union, posts $1.3B loss for 2024

MONTREAL — Canada Post said it notched nearly $1.3 billion in operating losses last year as the beleaguered institution laid out its "final offers" to the union representing 55,000 workers after negotiations resumed on Wednesday.
CEO pay rose nearly 10% in 2024 as stock prices and profits soared

CEO pay rose nearly 10% in 2024 as stock prices and profits soared

NEW YORK (AP) — The typical compensation package for chief executives who run companies in the S&P 500 jumped nearly 10% in 2024 as the stock market enjoyed another banner year and corporate profits rose sharply.
Victoria's Secret US website is down as lingerie seller addresses 'security incident'

Victoria's Secret US website is down as lingerie seller addresses 'security incident'

NEW YORK (AP) — Victoria's Secret has taken down its U.S. website and says some in-store services will be unavailable as it addresses an unspecified “security incident.