Washington state Democrats are pushing a 9.9% tax on incomes over $1 million, challenging a 93-year aversion to income taxes. The proposal faces legal challenges despite potential approval in the legislative session.
A new Fraser Institute analysis reveals Toronto faces persistent economic challenges with unemployment at 7.9%, stagnant median incomes, and declining living standards since 2000.
The U.S. labor market shows signs of stabilization with 130,000 jobs added in January 2026 and unemployment falling to 4.3%, marking the strongest monthly gain in over a year.
U.S. employers added 130,000 jobs last month, but government revisions cut 2024-2025 payrolls by hundreds of thousands, with unemployment falling to 4.3%.
The U.S. labor market showed surprising strength in February 2026, adding 130,000 jobs, though downward revisions to previous months' data tempered the overall employment picture.
Statistics Canada has revised the publication date for February's consumer price index after economists warned that releasing data during a market holiday could create trading distortions and advantage foreign investors.
Canada's GDP remained unchanged in November 2025 as manufacturing and agriculture declines offset service sector growth, according to Statistics Canada data.
The Conference Board's consumer confidence index dropped sharply in January, reaching its lowest point in nearly a decade as Americans express growing concerns about inflation, jobs, and economic uncertainty.
A new report exposes the staggering wealth of Canada's richest, surpassing the economic output of some nations. Explore the data and its implications for inequality.
The Bank of Canada's latest business outlook survey reveals subdued sentiment but an improved sales forecast. Key insights on inflation, investment, and hiring plans for 2026.
A new report reveals the staggering combined wealth of Canada's richest individuals now eclipses the economic output of several nations. Explore the data and its implications.
Canada's inflation rate increased to 2.4% in December, driven by the end of the GST holiday and rising restaurant prices. Get the latest economic data from Statistics Canada.
Canada's annual inflation rate increased to 2.4% in December, driven by a rebound from the previous month's 'tax holiday' effect. Get the latest data and analysis on price pressures.
The World Economic Forum in Davos opens under a cloud of global unease and inequality. With former U.S. President Donald Trump attending, the focus is on a pro-business agenda in a fractured world.
China's population declines for a second consecutive year, with births dropping to the lowest level since the 1949 revolution. Explore the demographic trends and their global implications.
Statistics Canada is set to release the crucial December inflation report this morning, providing a key snapshot of price pressures and cost of living trends for Canadians. Stay informed on the latest economic data.
As the World Economic Forum begins in Davos, Oxfam issues a stark warning that the concentration of wealth among billionaires threatens political stability. Read the full analysis.
The Canadian economy is poised for a recovery in early 2026, with 3.4% growth forecasted for Q1. A new CFIB report details the path forward after a turbulent 2025. Read the full analysis.
Economists forecast Canada's inflation rate remained at 2.2% in December, despite a 'tax holiday' disruption. BMO's Reitzes predicts a slight uptick. Full analysis ahead of the Bank of Canada's rate decision.
Canadian economists report inflation remained stable in December 2025, even with the temporary 'tax holiday' on fuels causing data collection challenges. Get the latest analysis.
CNN's Daniel Dale fact-checks Donald Trump's Detroit Economic Club speech, disproving claims on inflation, tariffs, and drug prices. Read the detailed analysis.
U.S. inflation cooled slightly in December 2025, with consumer prices increasing as forecasted. The data shows persistent price pressures, keeping the rate above the Federal Reserve's target. Read the full analysis.
U.S. inflation eased slightly in December 2025, with the annual rate dropping to 2.8%. However, price pressures remain stubbornly above the Federal Reserve's 2% target, influencing monetary policy outlook.
The World Economic Forum in Davos confronts a transformed global landscape following Donald Trump's virtual 2025 address. Explore the new challenges for world leaders and economic stability.
Alberta is Canada's most economically free province, yet places only 30th in North America, trailing 29 U.S. states. The Fraser Institute's 2025 report highlights a significant continental gap.
A new Dalhousie University study warns that more Canadian restaurants are expected to close in 2026 as diners cut back on spending. Learn about the economic pressures facing the industry.
The IMF and World Bank boards held unscheduled meetings to discuss Venezuela's economic revival and data blackout. Explore the potential for a $5 billion SDR package and renewed engagement.
A Conference Board of Canada report forecasts Calgary's economy will expand by 2.4% this year, maintaining growth despite headwinds like soft oil prices and a cooling housing market. Read the full analysis.
Canada's December jobs report shows a cooling labour market, leading economists to rule out a Bank of Canada interest rate hike this year. Read the analysis.
ECB President Christine Lagarde reflects on her crisis-filled career and warns of a volatile, fragmented world as she approaches her final years in office. Read her insights on populism and Europe's future.