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Consumer confidence bounces back, ending year on high note

Consumer confidence bounces back, ending year on high note

WASHINGTON (AP) — The confidence of American consumers rebounded this month to end the year on a high note despite high inflation, rising interest rates that have made credit cards and mortgages more expensive, and growing anxiety about a possible re
From seed to store: A look at the rising cost of bread

From seed to store: A look at the rising cost of bread

Imagine a farmer, some seeds of grain and a Prairie field in spring.
Here's a list of November inflation rates for selected Canadian cities

Here's a list of November inflation rates for selected Canadian cities

OTTAWA — Canada's annual inflation rate was 6.8 per cent in November, Statistics Canada says.
Here's a list of November inflation rates for Canadian provinces

Here's a list of November inflation rates for Canadian provinces

OTTAWA — Canada's national annual inflation rate was 6.8 per cent in November, Statistics Canada says. Here's what happened in the provinces (previous month in brackets): — Newfoundland and Labrador: 6.7 per cent (6.5) — Prince Edward Island: 9.
Trump tax audits required by IRS were delayed, panel says

Trump tax audits required by IRS were delayed, panel says

WASHINGTON (AP) — A report issued Tuesday by the Democratic-controlled House Ways and Means Committee found that required IRS audits of Donald Trump were delayed, and committee members voted along party lines to also release tax filings of the former
BlackBerry reports net loss of US$4 million in Q3 2023

BlackBerry reports net loss of US$4 million in Q3 2023

WATERLOO, ONTARIO — BlackBerry Ltd. reported a net loss of US$4 million in the quarter ended Nov. 30, down from its US$74 million gain in the same quarter last year.
Most actively traded companies on the Toronto Stock Exchange

Most actively traded companies on the Toronto Stock Exchange

TORONTO — Some of the most active companies traded Tuesday on the Toronto Stock Exchange: Toronto Stock Exchange (19,306.89, up 106.13): Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU). Energy. Up 65 cents, or 1.60 per cent, to $41.25 on 14.8 million shares.
Manitoba deficit set to shrink as economy and Crown energy utility rebound

Manitoba deficit set to shrink as economy and Crown energy utility rebound

WINNIPEG — The Manitoba government is forecasting a smaller deficit, hinting at more tax cuts, and eyeing new financial aid to help people deal with the rising cost of living.
Ottawa police chief vows there won't be a repeat of last winter's 'Freedom Convoy'

Ottawa police chief vows there won't be a repeat of last winter's 'Freedom Convoy'

OTTAWA — Preparations to handle a potential return of the "Freedom Convoy" next February are already underway, says Ottawa's new police chief.
S&P/TSX composite closes up more than 100 points, U.S. markets flat

S&P/TSX composite closes up more than 100 points, U.S. markets flat

TORONTO — Gains in the energy and financial sectors helped Canada's main stock index gain more than 100 points, while U.S. stock markets were more subdued but ended the day in the green. The S&P/TSX composite index was up 106.13 points at 19,306.