Category : Corporate News


Alberta's Top 10 Business Stories of 2025

A look back at Alberta's tumultuous 2025 business landscape, dominated by U.S. tariffs, a landmark energy MOU, and major corporate battles. Explore the year's defining moments.

CPP Investments buys stake in lubricants firm Castrol

Canada's CPP Investments has acquired a minority stake in global lubricants company Castrol. This strategic move diversifies the pension fund's holdings in the industrial sector. Read more on the details.

BP sells majority stake in Castrol for US$6 billion

BP Plc agrees to sell a 65% stake in its Castrol lubricants division to Stonepeak Partners for US$6 billion. The deal marks a key step in the energy giant's strategy to reduce debt and reset its business after a turbulent year.

Saks Considers Bankruptcy as $100M Payment Looms

Luxury retailer Saks Global Enterprises, burdened by debt from its Neiman Marcus deal, is exploring Chapter 11 bankruptcy ahead of a critical $100+ million payment due December 30. Read the full analysis.

Billionaire Ordered to Hand Media Empire to Kids

A Liechtenstein court has dismissed Zygmunt Solorz's appeal, forcing the transfer of his Polish media empire to his three children. The ruling ends a bitter family feud and boosted company shares. Read the full story.

Amazon blocks 1,800 North Korean job applicants

Amazon confirms it blocked over 1,800 job applications from North Korea in 2025, highlighting corporate efforts to enforce international sanctions. Learn about the compliance measures.

Instacart Halts AI Price Experiments After Criticism

Instacart has terminated its AI-driven dynamic pricing tests following user criticism. The grocery delivery service faced scrutiny for algorithm-based price fluctuations. Learn what this means for Canadian shoppers.

Barrie Icon Paul Sadlon Sr. Passes Away at 93

Paul Sadlon Sr., a prominent Barrie businessman, car dealership owner, and major community philanthropist, has died at the age of 93. Learn about his life and legacy.

Elon Musk becomes first person worth $700 billion

Elon Musk's wealth soars to an unprecedented $700 billion following a court ruling upholding his Tesla pay package. This milestone solidifies his position as the world's richest person.

Elon Musk's $139B pay deal restored by judge

A Delaware judge has reinstated Elon Musk's monumental 2018 compensation package worth $139 billion, concluding a years-long legal dispute. Explore the details and implications.

French court rejects suspension of Shein platform

A Paris court has dismissed a legal bid to suspend the Chinese fast-fashion giant Shein's operations in France. The decision allows the platform to continue its business amid ongoing scrutiny.

IPS to Acquire TechPro Power Group in Strategic Deal

Integrated Power Services (IPS) has agreed to acquire TechPro Power Group, creating a powerhouse with over 2,200 technicians to serve data centers, utilities, and industrial sectors across North America.

WildBrain sells Peanuts stake to Sony for $630M

Canadian media company WildBrain has sold its major stake in the iconic Peanuts franchise to Sony for $630 million. Discover the details and implications of this major entertainment deal.

Nike's China Struggles Continue, Shares Slump

Nike faces deepening challenges in China as its business turnaround stagnates, leading to a significant drop in its stock price. Analysis of the sportswear giant's ongoing conundrum.

BlackBerry reports Q3 profit of US$13.7 million

Canadian tech firm BlackBerry swung to a Q3 profit of US$13.7 million, a significant turnaround from last year's loss. Discover the details behind the company's financial rebound.

Air Transat Q4 loss amid shareholder board shakeup calls

Air Transat reports a $12.5 million net loss for Q4, a 130% year-over-year decline, as major shareholder Pierre Karl Péladeau pushes for a board restructuring. Key financial details and the upcoming shareholder meeting.

SAQ reports $336.5M Q2 net income, down 0.4%

The Société des alcools du Québec reports a slight year-over-year decline in second-quarter net income to $336.5 million. Explore the financial details and context for the provincial crown corporation.

Air Transat reports $12.5M net loss in fourth quarter

Air Transat announced a net loss of $12.5 million for its fourth quarter, despite generating $771.6 million in revenue. The Montreal-based airline continues to navigate post-pandemic recovery challenges.

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