How Did Treasury Yields Rise Despite A $6 Billion Buyback
Some investors had expected a larger buyback, possibly reaching $7 billion to $8 billion
Trade
US-Canada Trade War Deepens With New Import Restrictions
The White House accused Canada of unfairly restricting American goods while allowing similar products from other countries
Canada’s Retaliatory Tariffs Take Effect As US Trade Talks Stall
The counter-tariffs cover $20 billion of U.S. goods, with duties ranging from 15% to 50% across products from steel and furniture to clothing and electronics.
Boston Scientific Warns Cyberattack Will Hurt 2026 Sales And Profits
The medical device company disclosed the impact in an SEC filing, about two weeks after detecting unauthorized network activity on August 25.
Iran-Canada Tensions Rise Over Strait Of Hormuz Operations
The dispute comes as Canada and the US face their own worsening trade tensions
US-Canada Trade War Escalates With Fresh Tariffs And Bombardier Threat
Trade negotiations collapsed last month after disagreements over autos, tariffs and Canadian language and cultural protections
Trump Administration Reviews California Coastal Program Amid Oil Push
Environmental advocates warn that weakening California’s coastal oversight could reduce protections for beaches, coastal bluffs and other sensitive areas.
What Does The New Poll Say About Trump’s Canada Trade War
The findings could create political risks for Republicans ahead of the 2026 midterms
What Did Bessent Tell Russia About Sanctions And Ukraine
The two officials met Monday on the sidelines of the G20 finance ministers’ gathering in Asheville, North Carolina
US Raises Alarm Over Alleged Chinese Spying From Commercial Ships
China’s embassy in Washington rejected the allegations as baseless
FTC Sues Amazon Over Alleged Manipulation Of Online Ad Prices
FTC Chairman Andrew N. Ferguson said the alleged conduct misled millions of advertising customers and ultimately contributed to higher costs for consumers.
New US Rules Threaten Chinese Access To Battery Recycling Feedstock
The one-year measure requires suppliers to offer their entire monthly output to US buyers and retain the materials domestically.
The Alberta Alternative
Alberta's premier wants Ottawa back at the table before the counter-tariffs bite on September 8. Carney should send Danielle Smith.
Is China Really A Champion Of The Global South?
Determining China’s motivations requires a deeper understanding of its current rivalry with the US.
New U.S. Chip Tariffs Could Hit Data Centers And Consumer Electronics
The proposed duties could cover products built alongside advanced chips, including laptops, data center servers and gaming hardware
Canada Weighs Tariffs, Energy Restrictions In Trade Fight With Trump
Prime Minister Mark Carney is expected to impose matching tariffs on U.S. goods, potentially targeting steel, dairy, appliances, agricultural equipment, paper and electronics