The Canadian Press

US inflation hit 8.3% last month but slows from 40-year high

Inflation slowed in April after seven months of relentless gains, a tentative sign that price increases may be peaking while still imposing a financial strain on American households.

BDC survey indicates growing digital divide among Canadian businesses

Research indicates there is a growing digital divide among businesses in Canada as businesses without an effective digital presence are less likely to attract investment and be profitable.

Surging gas prices compound inflation’s toll on Canadians, hurt consumer sentiment

Experts say soaring fuel prices create a kind of inflationary domino effect, with climbing gas prices raising shipping costs and higher shipping costs hiking the price of goods.

Bank of Canada reaching out to Indigenous groups on economic reconciliation

Governor says the central bank hopes it can take a meaningful step toward building trust and strengthening its relationship with Indigenous peoples.

More to come: How these six central banks are fighting runaway inflation

As the world copes with the impacts of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, central banks around the world are responding to record-high inflation with adjusted interest rates.

More traditional finance professionals shifting to crypto as sector grows up

The crypto world is still evolving rapidly, but there is growing integration with existing financial frameworks to make the transition to the space from traditional finance smoother.

‘It won’t change overnight:’ Workers push back as return to office plans roll out

Ian McGrath has made it clear to his bosses: If the company forces staff to return to the office, he'll tender his resignation.

Shopify signs deal to buy logistics company Deliverr for US$2.1 billion

Ottawa-based software firm's stock ended the day down more than 14 per cent after company reported a first-quarter loss of US$1.5 billion.

Canadian shoppers shift to discount stores, No Name brand amid high inflation: Loblaw

Consumers are shopping for groceries more often, buying less with each visit and shifting to value-oriented stores, grocery chain said Wednesday.

Instacart adds Metro and Giant Tiger to app as it aims to spur easing pandemic demand

"It's actually really important for us that grocery delivery isn't seen as a luxury."
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