Biotech IPOs in the U.S. have hit a six-month drought. This and more in this week’s life sciences update. … READ MORE >
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Tariffs drive producer prices higher, squeezing margins
Equity markets, buoyed in recent months by solid earnings, may face pressure as profit margins shrink after companies absorb tariff costs. … READ MORE >
Market Minute: What trade policy whiplash could mean for inventories
Businesses experiencing trade policy whiplash are seeking to get as much as possible into U.S. ports before higher import taxes are enforced. … READ MORE >
5 things to know in life sciences: Week of Aug. 4, 2025
Each week we highlight five things affecting the life sciences industry. Here’s the latest. … READ MORE >
Market Minute: U.S. economy rests on the wealthy continuing to spend
The K-shaped economy that has defined the U.S. in the post-pandemic era is predicated on upper-income groups continuing to spend at a strong clip. … READ MORE >
Fed’s preferred inflation gauge accelerates in June as tariffs bite
Inflation picked up in June, driven largely by tariffs, according to the personal consumption expenditures price index, the Federal Reserve’s preferred inflation gauge. … READ MORE >
Back-to-school outlook: Tariffs’ influence on consumer behavior
The back-to-school season serves as a bellwether for how consumers are adapting to tariff pressures and economic uncertainty. … READ MORE >
Bank of Canada holds interest rate amid economic resilience, trade tensions
The Bank of Canada held its key interest rate at 2.75 per cent amid Canada’s overall economic resilience and ongoing trade tensions with the U.S. … READ MORE >
Market Minute: Shipping activity remains lower at U.S. seaports
Higher tariffs have taken a toll on shipping activity at American ports. But oil and natural exports have provided a steadying influence on exports. … READ MORE >
Market Minute: Threatened tariffs and market complacency
If one is wondering why investors have shrugged off tariff threats out of Washington, look no further than the United States’ five biggest trading partners excluding China. … READ MORE >