Trump Pauses Tariffs On Non-Retaliating Countries, Bumps China Tariffs To 125% Effective Immediately
The markets have finally received some relief today, with US President Donald Trump this afternoon indicating that he has authorized a pause on recently imposed tariffs. The pause is set to apply to non-retaliating countries, meaning major markets like China are left out of the relief. Specifically, reports have suggested that the pause applies to […]
Ackman Walks Back ‘Conflict of Interest’ Claims Against Commerce Secretary
Billionaire investor Bill Ackman retracted his criticism of US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick on Tuesday, backing away from allegations of conflict of interest he had made amid tensions over the Trump administration’s sweeping new tariffs. “I don’t think he is pursuing his self-interest. I am sure he is doing the best he can for the […]
Poilievre Holds Slim Lead in Alberta as Trump Comparisons Shadow Campaign
Conservative Party leader Pierre Poilievre’s embrace of Trump-style rhetoric and policies is creating unexpected headwinds in Alberta, traditionally Canada’s most reliable Conservative stronghold, according to recent polling data and observations from a major rally earlier this week. At a massive rally in Nisku, Alberta on Monday night that drew approximately 12,000 supporters — described by […]
Trump Tariffs Put Pharmaceuticals Next In The Crosshairs
The tariff drama hasn’t died down as President Donald Trump has just announced plans for what he calls “a major tariff on pharmaceuticals.” Speaking at a National Republican Congressional Committee dinner, he declared, “We’re going to put tariff on our pharmaceuticals and once we do that, they’re going to come rushing back into our country […]
If Liberals Win, Nearly 1 in 3 Albertans Are Ready To Leave Canada
A growing conversation about Alberta’s future has sparked new calls for potential separation if the Liberal Party returns to power in the upcoming federal election. According to a recent Angus Reid poll, 30% of Albertans surveyed would support leaving Canada under another Liberal government, reigniting a debate that has simmered over pipeline politics and regional […]
Trump Administration Considers Drone Strikes Against Mexican Drug Cartels
The Trump administration is exploring the possibility of using drone strikes against drug cartels in Mexico, according to multiple US officials familiar with the discussions. These deliberations, which remain in early stages, are part of a broader strategy to combat narcotics trafficking across the southern border. This isn’t the first time President Trump has considered […]
Endeavour Silver Reports Q1 Production Decline With 1.9 Million Silver Equivalent Ounces Produced
Endeavour Silver (TSX: EDR) saw a decline in its first quarter production on a year over year basis, which is said to have been in line with the production plan. The company posted first quarter production of 1.9 million silver equivalent ounces, which is down 18% from the 2.3 million silver equivalent ounces produced in […]
China Hits Back, Raises US Imports Tariffs To 84%
Chinese officials have announced a sharp increase in tariffs on goods from the US, moving from an additional 34% to an elevated 84% effective April 10, 2025. This swift decision follows an earlier move by the US government to raise its own tariffs on Chinese imports to the same rate, taking effect just after midnight. […]
US Launches 104% Tariffs As China Indicates It Will Raise Tariffs To 84%
The US has imposed a 104% tariff on Chinese imports, which could be the largest tariff the country has ever imposed on a foreign nation, sending shockwaves through financial markets and diplomatic circles alike. China’s response was swift and emphatic: “China and the rest of the world are determined to fight a trade war to […]
Osisko Gold Royalties Sees Attributable Production Fall To 19,014 Ounces In Q1
Osisko Gold Royalties (TSX: OR) has seen its attributable gold equivalent ounce production decline to 19,014 ounces in the first quarter of 2025. The figure represents a decline of nearly 15% on a year over year basis, with the comparable period seeing production of 22,259 GEO’s. The rise in the price of gold was unable […]