Production and sales of heavy trucks are slowing ahead of the shocks linked to tariffs and what will be further declines in demand by households and commercial ventures, data shows. … READ MORE >
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What the Liberals’ election win could mean for Canada’s economy
Following the Liberal Party’s election win, a Mark Carney-led government could introduce ambitious economic strategies to contend with ongoing uncertainty. … READ MORE >
Consumer businesses face tariffs: Weighing strategies to mitigate costs
U.S. businesses reliant on foreign imports have seen their average tariff rate increase from 2% at the beginning of the year to 24% as of April 11, according to Bloomberg. This has left many businesses, including those in the consumer products industry, considering what actions to take to mitigate the increased costs due to tariffs. … READ MORE >
In trade and confidence data, recession warning signs are mounting
Our forecast of a 0.8% drop in gross domestic product in the first quarter looks much more likely now as the trade deficit widened to a record in March. … READ MORE >
Health care industry trend watch: Week of April 28, 2025
Mounting tariffs are triggering concerns across health care organizations grappling with already thin margins. … READ MORE >
Market Minute: Unemployment expectations, job creation and the trade shock
The percentage of consumers who expect unemployment to rise over the next 12 months soared to 65% in April, according to the University of Michigan’s survey of consumer sentiment. … READ MORE >
Introducing the RSM US Recession Monitor
After significant disruption to trade policy and financial markets this year, we now forecast a 55% probability of a recession over the next 12 months. … READ MORE >
Market Minute: Business confidence plunges amid sweeping tariffs
If this level of uncertainty persists, we should expect investment spending to begin to crater—especially as rising prices start to erode overall demand. … READ MORE >
5 things to know in life sciences: Week of April 21, 2025
Each week we highlight five things affecting the life sciences industry. Here’s the latest. … READ MORE >
Market Minute: Credit default swaps and the sell America trade
Since the start of the most recent market turmoil, investors have pushed U.S. five-year credit default swaps roughly 20 basis points higher. … READ MORE >