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S&P/TSX composite down Tuesday on energy, metals and financials; U.S. markets slide

S&P/TSX composite down Tuesday on energy, metals and financials; U.S. markets slide

TORONTO — sa¹ú¼Ê´«Ã½'s main stock index fell more than one per cent Tuesday with losses in energy, metals and financials leading the way down, while U.S. markets fell further. The S&P/TSX composite index was down 239.26 points at 20,275.54.
Pet Valu offers rosy outlook as it grows market share in lucrative pet industry

Pet Valu offers rosy outlook as it grows market share in lucrative pet industry

Canadian pet food and supplies retailer Pet Valu Holdings Ltd. offered an ambitious outlook for 2023 on Tuesday, saying it expects to grow revenue, increase sales and expand its share of the lucrative pet industry market this year.
US sues to block JetBlue from buying Spirit Airlines

US sues to block JetBlue from buying Spirit Airlines

The Biden administration sued to block JetBlue Airways' $3.8 billion purchase of Spirit Airlines, saying Tuesday that the deal would reduce competition and drive up air fares for consumers.
Regulator issues guidelines to protect financial institutions from climate risks

Regulator issues guidelines to protect financial institutions from climate risks

sa¹ú¼Ê´«Ã½'s bank regulator has issued a framework to guide banks and insurance companies in protecting themselves against climate-related risks.
sa¹ú¼Ê´«Ã½ invests $200 million toward boosting food banks, producers and supply chain

sa¹ú¼Ê´«Ã½ invests $200 million toward boosting food banks, producers and supply chain

VANCOUVER — British Columbia is dedicating $200 million toward boosting both the province's food bank system and overall agricultural production and resiliency.
Powell signals increased rate hikes if economy stays strong

Powell signals increased rate hikes if economy stays strong

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Federal Reserve could increase the size of its interest rate hikes and raise borrowing costs to higher levels than previously projected if evidence continues to point to a robust economy and persistently high inflation, Chair Je
BlackBerry says cybersecurity revenue will be lower than expected

BlackBerry says cybersecurity revenue will be lower than expected

TORONTO — Shares in BlackBerry Ltd. were down more than 10 per cent in early trading after the company lowered its fourth-quarter and full-year revenue expectations for its cybersecurity business.
Corus Entertainment slashing quarterly dividend payment

Corus Entertainment slashing quarterly dividend payment

TORONTO — Television and radio company Corus Entertainment Inc. is cutting its quarterly dividend. Corus executive chair Heather Shaw says the money that would have gone to dividends is expected to be directed to debt repayment.
Young Canadians keep up pandemic-inspired DIY projects to save money

Young Canadians keep up pandemic-inspired DIY projects to save money

Cassie Tatone borrowed a sewing machine from her mother-in-law in the spring of 2020 after the COVID-19 pandemic robbed her of her job and shut down most businesses and activities.
Proxy advisory firm Egan-Jones recommends Ritchie Bros. shareholders back IAA deal

Proxy advisory firm Egan-Jones recommends Ritchie Bros. shareholders back IAA deal

VANCOUVER — Proxy advisory firm Egan-Jones is recommending shareholders of Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers Inc. support the company's deal to buy U.S. automotive salvage company IAA Inc.