Economic Indicators

The 18th Straits Forum promotes 'people-to-people' ties, but Taipei calls it a political ploy. What's at stake for the people caught in between?

Johnson & Johnson's massive investment in Jacksonville promises economic growth, but the real story is a strategic pivot to secure the U.S. healthcare supply chain.

Marriott's luxury brand EDITION is launching a mini-drama in China. We analyze why this signals a major shift from selling rooms to selling narratives.

A landmark survey reveals 91% of executives see electrification as key to security, with many threatening to relocate if governments don't act fast.

Wonga SA's top tech award signals a new era for short-term lending, using AI and alternative data to champion financial inclusion for millions in South Africa.

Yude Solar's plan to offer free rooftop installations could revolutionize energy for Filipino homes and businesses, but can it navigate the path to a green future?

A small business's tip-off led to a federal crackdown on procurement fraud, revealing deep vulnerabilities and renewing the push for a secure American supply chain.

PM Carney's new food security plan promises affordability and resilience. But can billions in spending truly break the grocery oligopoly and fix our broken chains?

New pacts on defence, quantum tech, and climate resilience signal a shift in Canadian foreign policy, transforming historic ties into a modern economic engine.

A $262,500 grant for a music festival seems simple, but it's an investment in a complex system. We explore how public funds fuel Montréal's cultural identity, economic vitality, and a greener future.

A missing miner at Kootenay's Columba project puts a human face on the risks of a booming silver market and tests corporate safety in Mexico.

States once rolled out the red carpet for data centers. Now, as the AI boom strains power grids and budgets, a wave of legislative scrutiny is brewing.

As America's population ages, Bekins Van Lines launches a specialized certification for senior relocations, a strategic play in a rapidly growing market.

As the first Men's World Cup match kicks off on Canadian soil, the real game is about more than soccer—it's a calculated play for economic legacy.

Two indie music firms are betting big on an affordable artist haven. But can Lewisburg, WV, or Venice, FL, truly become the industry's next 'Third Coast'?

Jinan's 'City of Springs' promotion in Madrid is more than cultural outreach; it’s a blueprint for China's new economic statecraft in Europe.

Winnipeg's Modern Ambition is betting big on 'attainable luxury' with a national expansion and a $500K mobile showroom. Is this the future of retail?

In memory of her daughter Elora, a mother's foundation joins a global research network, turning personal tragedy into a collaborative fight against a rare cancer.

Bill C-34 aims to shield kids from online harms, but health advocates see a bigger prize: curbing the digital marketing of unhealthy products.

May's foreclosure report reveals a housing market in a tug-of-war. While some homeowners face a squeeze, the broader market shows resilience. Here's why.