The central bank is forecasting weak growth in the economy over the next two years due to AI, U.S. protectionism
Both economic powers pose challenges for Western nations
Drop in goods-producing industries was offset by growth in services
Starmer is the first British prime minister to visit China in eight years
Outlook for Canadian economy is vulnerable to unpredictable U.S. trade policies, geopolitical risks, central bank notes
Confidence in the domestic economy has also taken a tumble
The “TACO trade is still clearly very much in play": Harbourfront Wealth's CIO
Exemptions, implementation friction keeps actual tariff rates lower
Deutsche Bank forecasts growth this year at 4.5% as domestic demand remains weak
AI investment in North America, Asia helps boost outlook