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- Consumer insolvencies highest since 2009 as Canadians struggle with debt
by Uday Rana on May 11, 2026 at 4:11 pmThis is the highest volume of Canadians filling for insolvencies since the first quarter of 2009, when the Canadian economy was reeling from the aftershocks of the 2008 recession.
- Feds want pipeline projects reviewed by energy regulator instead of impact agency
by Globalnews Digital on May 8, 2026 at 8:42 pmThe proposal would undo the move the Liberals made eight years ago to create the Impact Assessment Agency as a one-stop shop for all national project reviews.
- Twice as many millennials live with parents than boomers at their age
by Uday Rana on May 6, 2026 at 7:31 pmIn 2021, 16.3 per cent of millennials between the ages of 25 and 39 were living with at least one parent, a Statistics Canada study released Wednesday said.
- Twice as many Gen Z Canadians plan to save tax refund this year: survey
by Uday Rana on May 4, 2026 at 8:07 pmGen Z Canadians are also more than twice as likely to invest this year (33 per cent) compared to last year (15 per cent), a survey by TD Bank shows.
- Alberta oil pipeline ‘more likely than not’: Prime Minister Carney
by Globalnews Digital on May 2, 2026 at 12:22 amOttawa may be leaning toward a southern route for a new pipeline as it would face fewer environmental hurdles and less Indigenous opposition, the Globe and Mail reported last week.
- Imperial Oil churning out more diesel, jet fuel as Mideast war drives up prices
by Globalnews Digital on May 1, 2026 at 7:33 pmThe war in the Middle East has all but halted oil shipments out of the Persian Gulf, making fuel products derived from crude more expensive and, in some parts of the world, scarce.
- China to buy at least $17 billion in US agricultural products annually, White House says
by Reuters on May 17, 2026 at 5:36 pm - Trump-backed faith event features conservative Christians as critics decry blurring of church-state lines
by Reuters on May 17, 2026 at 5:24 pm - Earnings call transcript: Fiserv beats Q1 2026 forecasts amid stock volatility
by Investing.com on May 17, 2026 at 5:13 pm - ‘Clock is ticking’ for Iran, says Trump as U.S., Israel step up war planning
by Investing.com on May 17, 2026 at 5:07 pm - Trump says ’clock is ticking’ for Iran
by Reuters on May 17, 2026 at 5:00 pm - Ukraine drones kill four in Russia, Moscow faces biggest attack in over a year
by Reuters on May 17, 2026 at 4:54 pm - France’s Publicis to buy US data firm LiveRamp in $2.2 billion
by Reuters on May 17, 2026 at 4:48 pm - Ten killed in armed attack in Mexico’s Puebla state
by Reuters on May 17, 2026 at 4:42 pm
- The top foreign holders of U.S. debt may soon dump Treasury bonds and bring their money back home, potentially spiking borrowing costs
by Jason Ma on May 17, 2026 at 5:23 pmYields for 10- and 30-year JGBs have soared to the highest levels since the 1990s, and the central bank is expected to tighten […]
- BlackRock private credit fund’s valuations are probed by DOJ
by Olivia Fishlow, Ava Benny-Morrison, Bloomberg on May 17, 2026 at 3:34 pmThe Manhattan US Attorney’s office in recent months has been seeking information about BlackRock TCP Capital Corp.
- Ukraine brings the war to Moscow with one its largest drone attacks on the capital, adding to the ‘darkening cloud of anxiety over Russia’
by Samya Kullab, The Associated Press on May 17, 2026 at 3:12 pm“Our responses to Russia’s prolongation of the war and attacks on our cities and communities are entirely justified.”
- Drone strike sparks fire at UAE nuclear power plant, the first time it’s been attacked since the Iran war started
by Jon Gambrell, Samy Magdy, The Associated Press on May 17, 2026 at 2:59 pmThe $20 billion Barakah nuclear power plant was built by the UAE with the help of South Korea and went online in 2020.
- This community college student is America’s entrant in the Olympics of skilled trades. ‘I always wanted to be the first female to do something’
by Mike Householder, The Associated Press on May 17, 2026 at 2:49 pmThe 21-year-old from Dexter, Michigan, will be the first woman to represent the United States in welding at the WorldSkills […]
- Some states blast utilities for ‘blatant corporate greed’ as profits rise while consumers revolt against AI-fueled electric bills
by Marc Levy, The Associated Press on May 17, 2026 at 2:40 pmOfficials and lawmakers in at least six states are going to new lengths to try to block rate increases proposed by utilities.
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- Wall Street Banks Prepare to Sell Billions of Dollars of X Loanson January 24, 2025 at 8:37 pm
Banks are hoping to sell the X debt at around 90 to 95 cents on the dollar.
- Canada to Provide $720 Million to Canada Post to Avoid Insolvency at Mail Serviceon January 24, 2025 at 8:13 pm
The Canadian government said it would provide extraordinary financing to Canada Post to avoid insolvency at the state-owned mail service.
- Amazon Willing to Discuss Quebec Shutdown With Canadian Officialson January 24, 2025 at 7:15 pm
Amazon.com said it is open to talks with officials from the Canadian and Quebec governments about the decision to shut down operations in the country’s French-speaking province, which would lead to 1,700 people losing their jobs.
- Target Drops DEI Goals and Ends Program to Boost Black Supplierson January 24, 2025 at 6:51 pm
Once a stalwart supporter of Black and LGBTQ rights, the retailer joined corporate America’s retreat from DEI initiatives.
- Energy & Utilities Roundup: Market Talkon January 24, 2025 at 5:29 pm
Find insight on Cnooc, YTL Power International, Ampol, and more in the latest Market Talks covering energy and utilities.
- Auto & Transport Roundup: Market Talkon January 24, 2025 at 5:28 pm
Read about CSX, Magna International, Alaska Air and more in the latest Market Talks covering the auto and transport sector.
- Basic Materials Roundup: Market Talkon January 24, 2025 at 5:28 pm
Find insight on CSX, Givaudan, Rio Tinto and more in the latest Market Talks covering basic materials.
- UK business chiefs unite to combat workplace antisemitism as Met chief warns jews ‘not safe’ in London
by Jamie Young on May 15, 2026 at 12:40 pmForty UK business organisations led by the BCC and CBI sign a joint letter pledging zero tolerance of workplace antisemitism, as Met chief Sir Mark Rowley warns MPs that Jews are ‘not currently safe’ in London. Read more: UK business chiefs unite to combat workplace antisemitism as Met chief warns jews ‘not safe’ in London
- JCB chairman Lord Bamford warns ministers face public revolt over £333bn welfare bill
by Jamie Young on May 15, 2026 at 11:37 amJCB chairman Lord Bamford warns ministers risk a public revolt over Britain’s £333bn welfare bill, accusing Westminster of “conning” taxpayers with payouts of up to £60,000 a year. Read more: JCB chairman Lord Bamford warns ministers face public revolt over £333bn welfare bill
- Treasury orders review into bank branch closures as small firms count the cost
by Amy Ingham on May 15, 2026 at 6:15 amThe Treasury has ordered an independent review into the impact of 6,700 UK bank branch closures, paving the way for tougher rules on face-to-face banking for small firms and consumers. Read more: Treasury orders review into bank branch closures as small firms count the cost
- Lidl ropes in Olio and Neighbourly in landmark surplus food trial that could rescue 11.9 million meals a year
by Business Matters on May 15, 2026 at 1:15 amLidl GB has joined forces with Olio and Neighbourly in a 20-store trial designed to redistribute 5,000 tonnes of surplus food a year, the equivalent of 11.9 million meals, as the discounter races to hit its 70% waste reduction target by 2030. Read more: Lidl ropes in Olio and Neighbourly in landmark surplus food trial that could rescue 11.9 million meals a year
- Tate & Lyle weighs £2.7bn approach from US rival Ingredion
by Amy Ingham on May 15, 2026 at 1:10 amTate & Lyle confirms £2.7bn takeover talks with Illinois-based Ingredion, with a 615p-a-share bid sending shares up 45% and raising fresh fears over the London market. Read more: Tate & Lyle weighs £2.7bn approach from US rival Ingredion
- Hertfordshire Pharma lands £2.3m Saudi contracts after UKEF steps in to plug working capital gap
by Amy Ingham on May 15, 2026 at 1:00 amUK Export Finance insurance has unlocked an HSBC UK credit lift, allowing Hertfordshire SME Masters Speciality Pharma to ship £2.3m of lifesaving medicines to Saudi Arabia. Read more: Hertfordshire Pharma lands £2.3m Saudi contracts after UKEF steps in to plug working capital gap
- India among fastest-growing steel market as global prices rise: Goldman Sachsby TOI Business Desk on May 17, 2026 at 3:16 pm
Global steel prices surged in April and early May, with India emerging as a fast-growing market. Hot rolled coil prices rose […]
- India jewellery exports fall 9.07 per cent in April to Rs 20.82 crore amid geopolitical tensionsby TOI Business Desk on May 17, 2026 at 12:13 pm
India’s jewellery exports saw a significant drop in April. Geopolitical tensions in West Asia and market uncertainty impacted […]
- FPI selling: Foreign investors pull Rs 27,000 crore in May; 2026 outflows cross Rs 2.2 lakh crore markby TOI Business Desk on May 17, 2026 at 8:17 am
Foreign investors have continued their withdrawal from Indian equities, with net outflows reaching Rs 27,048 crore this month. […]
- Market recap: Top 10 firms bleed Rs 3.12 lakh crore in market cap; Reliance biggest loserby TOI Business Desk on May 17, 2026 at 7:57 am
Indian markets experienced a significant downturn last week, with the top 10 most valued firms losing Rs 3.12 lakh crore. […]
- CNG prices in Delhi-NCR rise again: Second hike in 48 hours — Check rates in your cityby TOI Business Desk on May 17, 2026 at 5:23 am
Delhi commuters face a double blow as CNG prices surged by Re 1, pushing the cost to Rs 80.09 per kg, the second hike in 48 […]
- Silver import crackdown: Centre tightens rules on white metal — all you need to knowby TOI Business Desk on May 17, 2026 at 4:57 am
India has moved silver imports to a “restricted” category, requiring government approval, to prevent traders from exploiting a […]
- 20,000-tonne LPG carrier Symi arrives in Gujarat after crossing Strait of Hormuzby TOI Business Desk on May 17, 2026 at 4:15 am
A Marshall Islands-flagged LPG carrier carrying nearly 20,000 tonnes of fuel safely docked in Kandla, having crossed the Strait […]
- PFC, REC boards clear merger, seek approval from Presidentby Atul Mathur on May 17, 2026 at 12:22 am
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