Economy

Canadian firms missing out on advantages of the renminbi

Canadian businesses trading with China are missing out on new opportunities and cost savings because they aren’t using renminbi, the world’s fastest growing currency, reveals a 2016 HSBC global survey of business decision-makers in 11 countries. Globally, 40% of countries recognize a business advantage in using RMB. For Canadian businesses, that drops to 22%. Read: […]

By Staff |October 24, 2016

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U.K. banks preparing to leave before Brexit: banking official

The head of the British Bankers' Association has warned that financial firms are planning to start leaving London.

By Staff, with files from The Associated Press |October 24, 2016

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Homes of the future and how much they’ll cost

In 50 years, the average home in Toronto will cost $4.4 million. That might sound crazy, but Toronto Life research makes the case.

By Staff, with files from The Canadian Press |October 21, 2016

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3 ways to lift Canada’s growth

The Trudeau government’s team of economic advisers has presented growth-lifting recommendations; they focus on immigration, infrastructure and investment strategies.

By Staff, with files from The Canadian Press |October 21, 2016

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