Retail & Manufacturing

B.C. manufacturing slumps 7.3 per cent in May

Canadian manufacturing rises on strength in Ontario

Jul 14, 2023 4:30 PM Read more >

Aritzia's share price plunges 24-per-cent as consumers shift to essentials

Vancouver fashion retailer's sales are shifting toward the U.S., and away from Canada

Jul 12, 2023 1:39 PM Read more >

Aritzia sees net income fall to $17.5 million in first quarter despite higher revenue

VANCOUVER — Aritzia Inc. saw its net income for the first quarter fall to $17.5 million, almost half of its net income of $33.3 million a year earlier, amid inflationary headwinds and economic pressures on shoppers.

Jul 11, 2023 2:10 PM Read more >

Auto sales continue to rise in June, up 12.6 per cent from last year: DesRosiers

RICHMOND HILL, Ont. — DesRosiers Automotive Consultants Inc. says June brought another strong month for auto sales. The consultancy firm says total light vehicle sales for the month were up 12.6 per cent from a year ago.

Jul 5, 2023 9:27 AM Read more >

Clothing retailer Kit and Ace bought by company co-owned by Joe Mimran

VANCOUVER — Kit and Ace Technical Apparel Inc. has been bought by a company co-owned by Canadian fashion designer and entrepreneur Joe Mimran. The price paid for the clothing retailer by Unity Brands Inc.

Jul 5, 2023 5:05 AM Read more >