The market has been holding up well overall, though it’s clear that investors are staying cautious, especially with key economic reports and corporate earnings just around the corner. Powell’s testimony
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Toronto Real Estate in Uncertain Times: What Should We Do Now?
We’ve seen seven interest rate cuts in Canada. By all logic, the real estate market should be heating up again. But it’s not. Buyers are cautious. Sellers are hesitating. Prices are
Overview of Recent Market Activity In recent weeks, the market has exhibited relatively low volatility, with the S&P 500 increasing by approximately 1% from the 12th to yesterday. During such
Canada’s Election Shake-Up: Mark Carney’s Victory and the Challenges Ahead
Mark Carney’s recent victory with the Liberal Party marks a significant turning point in Canadian politics. Unlike his predecessor Justin Trudeau, who aligned more with center left values akin to
Why More Chinese Canadians Are Turning to the Conservative Party and Showing Up to Vote
Traditionally, many Chinese Canadians have taken a relatively quiet approach to politics. The focus has often been on family, education, and economic success, rather than engaging actively in elections or
What Canada Can Learn from China’s Counter-Tariff Response to the U.S.
In a remarkable turn of trade events last week, the Chinese government’s strategic and persistent countermeasures against U.S. tariffs have brought significant pressure to bear on Washington. While much of
Why Canada Must Consider Retaliatory Tariffs on the U.S.
April 2, 2025 will be remembered as a pivotal day in the global economic order. A historic storm of tariffs, initiated by the United States under Trump 2.0, has sent
Understanding the Logic Behind Tariff Policies – A Closer Look at Economic Impacts and Political Motives
Tariffs are one of the most powerful—and controversial—tools in international trade policy. In recent years, the United States, under leaders like former President Donald Trump, has increasingly used tariffs not
Trump Announces Sweeping Auto Tariffs: What It Means for Canada’s Auto Industry
On April 2, 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump unveiled a sweeping new tariff strategy, introducing a universal 10% tariff on all imported goods, alongside “reciprocal tariffs” aimed at countries deemed
Feeling Stuck as a Toronto Agent? You’re Not Alone—Here’s What to Do
The Greater Toronto real estate scene feels like a frozen battlefield—especially in core areas like York Region and Scarborough. Listings that were pulled last year due to soft demand are