Midwest Soybean Farmers Squeezed by Tariffs, Iran War

Soybean farmers in the Midwest, already under significant financial strain, are now contending with additional pressures from international tariffs and the escalating conflict in Iran, further threatening their livelihoods.

GFL Nears $6B Secure Waste Acquisition Deal

GFL Environmental is finalizing a major acquisition of Secure Waste Infrastructure Corp. in a deal valued at over $6 billion, structured with 20% cash and 80% stock, expanding its footprint in western Canada.

New Drilling Hits 136m of 0.67 g/t Gold at Juby Project

McFarlane Lake Mining announces significant gold intercepts at its Juby Gold Project in Ontario, including 136m of 0.67 g/t gold and an updated 208m intersection of 0.88 g/t gold, with mineralization extending over 400m on strike.

High Gas Prices May Force Canadians to Cut Spending

With fuel costs soaring due to Middle East conflict, Canadians face difficult tradeoffs. Analysts suggest reduced consumption could help balance supply and demand, but prices may remain elevated for months or years.

Oil Price Swings: Using Energy as a Strategic Hedge

Investors face turbulent oil markets driven by Middle East tensions and Strait of Hormuz disruptions. Martin Pelletier advises treating energy exposure as a near-term portfolio hedge rather than a core investment thesis to manage volatility risks.

K92 Mining Q1 2026 Production Hits 46,743 oz AuEq

K92 Mining Inc. announced strong Q1 2026 production of 46,743 ounces gold equivalent from its Kainantu Gold Mine, aligning with budget and achieving record lateral development surpassing Stage 3 expansion needs.

OC Transpo Refurbishes 30 Buses for Extended Service

OC Transpo will refurbish over 30 articulated buses past their 15-year life cycle instead of retiring them. The move provides standby capacity for weather disruptions and supports the transition to electric buses.

Oil Prices Jump on US Blockade of Iranian Ports

Oil prices climbed sharply in early trading after the U.S. declared a blockade of Iranian ports, with U.S. crude up 8% and Brent crude rising 7%, amid ongoing volatility linked to the Iran war and Strait of Hormuz control.

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