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June Consumer Confidence sees slight rise, brings cautious optimism

The latest Conference Board report shows expectations improving. NEW YORK – Consumers are feeling slightly optimistic about the future as confidence levels inched up in…

adminJuly 3, 2026

Commercial Construction

Economic growth expected to hit 0.7% in 2026, rebounding to 2% in 2027, Deloitte says

TORONTO — Canada’s economy is forecast to rebound toward the end of this year, bringing growth to 0.7 per cent for 2026 after weak activity…

adminJune 29, 2026

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Tariff picture remains murky as Fed signals inflation concerns

Furniture importers hoping for broad relief from tariffs find themselves facing a policy environment that appears increasingly committed to maintaining trade duties even as Federal…

adminJune 18, 2026

Commercial Construction

Middle East conflict heightens construction cost uncertainty says T&T economist

An economist with construction forecasting consultant Turner & Townsend says the conflict in the Middle East adds another layer of uncertainty to material costs in…

adminJune 9, 2026

Commercial Construction

Inflation rises to 2.8% in April thanks to higher gas prices: StatCan

OTTAWA — Higher gas prices driven mainly by the war in Iran pushed the annual rate of inflation up to 2.8 per cent in April,…

adminMay 22, 2026

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IMF cuts global growth outlook as Iran war deepens economic risks

At a Glance: IMF cuts 2026 global growth forecast to 3.1% Downside risks could extend throughout manufacturing chain on which furniture relies Asia and lower-income…

adminApril 16, 2026

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Retail sales benefited from first wave of tax refunds in March

WASHINGTON – Retail sales grew for a sixth consecutive month in March as fatter tax returns offset the impact of higher gas prices, according to…

adminApril 14, 2026

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The Challenges Facing the New Head of the Federal Reserve

Barring unforeseen circumstances, Kevin Warsh will soon replace Jerome Powell as Chairman of the Federal Reserve. Mr. Powell’s term ends May 15th, but Mr. Warsh must…

adminApril 14, 2026

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Despite economic challenges, consumer confidence edges up In March

NEW YORK – Even as consumers deal with the weight of rising costs due to tariff passthrough and spiking oil prices, the overall consumer confidence…

adminMarch 31, 2026

Lifestyle

Iran war, tariffs compounded risks as U.S. container imports fell last month

At a Glance: U.S. containerized imports totaled 2,093,422 TEUs in February, down 9.7% from January and 6.5% from February 2025, per Descartes. Descartes said the…

adminMarch 11, 2026