The S&P/TSX composite index was down 41.01 points on Monday
New expenses brought on by tariffs have led these firms to employ fewer workers, accept lower profits
The result compared with a revised deficit of $2.6B for November
Exports rose 6% last year, while imports rose nearly 5%
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