Quotas, tariffs, and the price you pay
India is said to be on the brink of a historic trade deal with the United States, and if done right, it could mean more than just political wins and export numbers. It could mean more choice, lower prices, and better products for Indian consumers. But here’s the catch, buried under headlines about “zero tariffs” […]
Trump’s Hollywood tariff proposal would crush streaming
Donald Trump’s latest policy stunt, a proposed 100% tariff on all foreign-made films, is designed to appear as a patriotic gesture at first glance. Trump frames the issue as a “national security” concern, claiming that Hollywood productions are “betraying” their home countries when they organize filming in Canada, the UK, or even my native country, Hungary. He […]
Trump lets Newsom off the hook for wrecking Hollywood
President Donald Trump has thrown yet another hand grenade into the economy, this time in the form of an evening post to Truth Social about imposing a 100% tariff on movies produced overseas. It seems strange to proclaim that “the Movie Industry in America is DYING a very fast death” and suggest a so-called defense that sparks a 3-5% dip in stock price for Netflix, […]
Carney won – now he must put consumers first
The Canadian federal election is now over, but the lessons that must be learned from the way Canadians voted are just beginning. Although Mark Carney’s Liberals are back in government, they shouldn’t ignore some very serious concerns expressed by Canadians during this election campaign, particularly when it comes to the cost of living and affordability. […]
Making the case for Canadian unilateral free trade
When kids are growing up, one of the lessons parents most frequently try to instil in their children is this: Don’t do something just because someone else is going to. While U.S. President Donald Trump appears to be on a warpath towards protectionism, that doesn’t mean Canada has to follow. Yes, Trump has slapped tariffs […]
As Canadians fight for the right to pay more for dairy products…
A trade war between Canada and the United States that keeps ratcheting up will only lead to more pain for everyday Canadians. When President Donald Trump imposes tariffs on Canadian goods going into the United States, it makes those goods more expensive for Americans. And every time Canadian politicians decide to slap tariffs on American […]
Beyond the trade war, Ford’s to-do list is long
Ontarians are also watching Ford closely to make sure he doesn’t take his eye off the ball when it comes to other critical issues. Pictured: Ontario Premier Doug Ford. Photo Credit: Doug Ford/X. After a cold and snow-filled election, Ontario Premier Doug Ford emerged as the victor, although he did not make the electoral gains […]
Carney must change feds’ approach in dealing with trade war
Canada is set to get a new prime minister at a moment when the stakes could not be higher: the nation is in the midst of an unprecedented trade conflict with its biggest trading partner. To date, the federal Liberal government has lacked a sense of urgency in responding to the crisis. Mark Carney, Canada’s […]
Up and about Trump’s tariffs: Cheaper foods for Malaysia?
BAKER Nuradilla Hamdan is concerned about the ripple effects of the United States’ recent and impending tariffs on imports from several countries. The 28-year-old single mother from Cheras worries that the rising costs of imported ingredients, such as butter, may eventually force her to raise the prices of her cakes. “In my five years as […]
Tariffs on Imports From Canada and Mexico Are Still a Terrible Idea
During a cabinet meeting on Wednesday, President Donald Trump acknowledged that Americans don’t like high prices. “We have to get the prices down,” Trump told reporters. “The prices of eggs and various other things. Eggs are a disaster.” Part of his administration’s solution to the high price of eggs? More imports. As part of a $1 billion […]
Houston charts path forward on interprovincial trade
Leaders across Canada have talked a good game about eliminating interprovincial trade barriers. Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston is putting his money where his mouth is. There can be no doubt about it: Interprovincial trade barriers are holding Canada’s economy back. The rules and regulations preventing the free flow of goods, services and workers across […]
Congress set to neuter its authority to counter Trump tariffs
As Congress debates yet another Continuing Resolution to hastily fund the federal government for a few months, the House yesterday passed a resolution that mixes together several bills. Tucked within these provisions was a legalistic quirk that would end Congress’ ability to end President Trump’s “State of Emergency” that has so far given him some […]
