Economy

Energy shock ripples through the economy
The energy shock from the Iran conflict is expected to have a ripple effect on Singapore's economy, with various industr...
Costco, an iconic American brand, has stood the test of time. Here's why
Costco remains a dominant force in the US warehouse club industry with over 60% market share and a loyal customer base. ...

Jury finds Live Nation, Ticketmaster holds an illegal monopoly
A Manhattan federal jury found Live Nation, the parent company of Ticketmaster, holds an illegal monopoly in the live en...

Oil prices steady as Hormuz shipping constraints counter US-Iran peace hopes
Oil prices remained steady as concerns over supply disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz offset hopes for a US-Iran peace ...

Nearly half of Americans fear a total economic collapse — here's what that would actually mean for you
Nearly half of Americans fear a total economic collapse in the next decade, with concerns driven by rising federal debt,...

ClearBridge Canadian Equity Strategy Q1 2026 Commentary
The Canadian equity market rose 3.9% in Q1 2026, driven by gains in energy and utilities, despite volatility caused by g...

A Practical Guide to Recruiting in Manufacturing
The U.S. manufacturing industry is facing challenges due to automation and AI, requiring a shift in recruitment strategi...

Much Of Last Year's Excess Inflation Was From Tariffs, Fed Finds
A Federal Reserve analysis found that tariffs were responsible for a 3.1% year-over-year increase in core goods prices i...

Remembering Bert Kelly
The article reflects on the life and legacy of Bert Kelly, an Australian politician who advocated for free trade and rem...

Wall Street banks cut 5,000 jobs even as they notched record profits
Top US banks cut over 5,000 jobs in the first quarter despite recording $47.3 billion in net income. The job cuts were l...

Oil prices steady as Hormuz shipping constraints counter US-Iran peace hopes
Oil prices remained steady as concerns over supply disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz offset hopes for a US-Iran peace ...

Nearly half of Americans fear a total economic collapse — here's what that would actually mean for you
Nearly half of Americans fear a total economic collapse in the next decade, with concerns driven by rising federal debt,...

ClearBridge Canadian Equity Strategy Q1 2026 Commentary
The Canadian equity market rose 3.9% in Q1 2026, driven by gains in energy and utilities, despite volatility caused by g...

A Practical Guide to Recruiting in Manufacturing
The U.S. manufacturing industry is facing challenges due to automation and AI, requiring a shift in recruitment strategi...

Much Of Last Year's Excess Inflation Was From Tariffs, Fed Finds
A Federal Reserve analysis found that tariffs were responsible for a 3.1% year-over-year increase in core goods prices i...

Remembering Bert Kelly
The article reflects on the life and legacy of Bert Kelly, an Australian politician who advocated for free trade and rem...

Wall Street banks cut 5,000 jobs even as they notched record profits
Top US banks cut over 5,000 jobs in the first quarter despite recording $47.3 billion in net income. The job cuts were l...