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EU, US to hold last-ditch trade talks through weekend

Sat, 05 Jul 2025 08:45:02 +0000

BRUSSELS, Belgium – EU and US negotiators will hold final stretch talks through the weekend as Brussels chases a deal before a July 9 deadline to avoid the return of steep tariffs, diplomats said on Friday. If the European Union does not clinch an agreement with the United States by Wednesday next week, higher levies

Stocks, dollar drop as tariff talk dominates

Sat, 05 Jul 2025 08:15:46 +0000

LONDON, United Kingdom – Stock markets mostly fell while the dollar largely retreated Friday as international tensions over tariffs dominated sentiment. Traders digested news also of Congress narrowly passing US President Donald Trump’s signature tax and spending bill that analysts argue risks ballooning national debt and wider inflation. On tariffs, Trump said he planned to

Calgary Stampede: What the Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth says about the economy

Sat, 05 Jul 2025 08:00:00 +0000

It's been a tough rodeo for Canada's economy so far this year, ever since U.S. President Donald Trump sparked a tumultuous trade war with wide-ranging impacts on consumer spending, jobs and travel plans. But those economic worries seem largely in the rearview mirror, at least in Alberta, as the 10-day long Calgary Stampede begins.

More and more influencers are offering financial advice on TikTok and YouTube. Should you take it?

Sat, 05 Jul 2025 08:00:00 +0000

Have you heard of finfluencers? They're social media creators breaking down budgeting, investing and crypto in easy-to-understand videos. But financial experts say: Take their advice with caution.

Japan emperor's Mongolia visit sheds light on forgotten WWII detentions

Sat, 05 Jul 2025 07:16:02 +0000

Meat importers still see price spike during ‘ber’ months

Sat, 05 Jul 2025 05:40:36 +0000

Retail prices of pork may remain elevated despite lifting the ban on poultry imports from Brazil, the leading supplier of imported meat, due to the seasonal demand during the so-called “ber months.” In a message to the Inquirer, Meat Importers and Traders Association president emeritus Jesus Cham said it is “difficult to say” whether retail

Trump says tariff letters to 12 countries signed, going out Monday

Sat, 05 Jul 2025 05:40:00 +0000

WASHINGTON — US President Donald Trump said he had signed letters to 12 countries outlining the various tariff levels they would face on goods they export to the United States, with the "take it or leave it" offers to be sent out on Monday.

Bills on gaming curbs take toll on major industry player

Sat, 05 Jul 2025 05:32:14 +0000

Online gaming giant DigiPlus Interactive Corp., which operates BingoPlus, ArenaPlus and GameZone, has acknowledged the beating that its share prices have been receiving following moves in Congress to rein in the popular gaming sector. In a letter to the Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE) on Thursday night, DigiPlus said that the recent price shocks had been

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