Oil prices rise as Trump reaffirms Tuesday deadline for bombarding Iran’s power plants, bridges
[ad_1] A drone view of oil storage containers and facilities of the TotalEnergies refinery in the Leuna Chemical Complex, in Leuna, Germany, March 17, 2026. Annegret Hilse | Reuters Oil prices edged higher after U.S. President Donald Trump doubled down on his threats to attack Iran’s civil infrastructure, warning that the nation will be “taken out in […]
Cost of buying or renting a condo in Calgary tumbles as supply nears record levels | Globalnews.ca
[ad_1] According to Anne-Marie Lurie, chief economist for the Calgary Real Estate Board (CREB), a spate of new construction and development in Calgary is leading to lower prices for apartments and condos in the city. “We’re seeing a lot of rental construction happen across the city,” Lurie said. “You know, a lot (of) new developments.” […]
Average home prices hit all-time high in Saskatchewan | Globalnews.ca
[ad_1] Benchmark home prices in Saskatchewan hit a record high of $374,100 last month, reflecting a price increase of more than six per cent compared to 2025, the province’s Realtor’s group reported Monday in its monthly update. A major cause of the price spike is a decrease of almost 25 per cent in the number […]
JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon in annual letter cites risks in geopolitics, AI and private markets
[ad_1] JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon is calling for a broad recommitment to American ideals as his bank navigates geopolitical uncertainty, a teetering economy and the revolutionary impact of artificial intelligence. Dimon in his annual letter to shareholders, published Monday, noted the country’s 250th anniversary as “the perfect time to rededicate ourselves to the values […]
Tax day is next week: Avoid these 5 common mistakes that can cost you money
[ad_1] NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Tax season is stressful enough, but avoidable mistakes can turn a routine filing into an expensive headache. With Tax Day just 10 days away, even small errors can mean the difference between a smooth refund and frustrating delays. In some cases, they can even trigger IRS […]
Basic business class is here with new, stripped-down United Polaris fares
[ad_1] United Airlines new Polaris seat on one of its Boeing 787 Dreamliners Leslie Josephs/CNBC Does it matter where you sit if you’re sipping Champagne in first class? United Airlines is betting that for some travelers looking for luxury at a discount, it doesn’t. The carrier is launching new, cheaper tiers for its top-end Polaris […]
Fuel costs impacting more B.C. services, including food banks, local grocers | Globalnews.ca
[ad_1] It is no secret that high gas prices are affecting British Columbians and Canadians, but the impact is also affecting organizations. “Starting to get anecdotal data, just when we’re comparing sort of the previous year and that sort of thing, where there’s more people again coming to the food bank,” Kim Savage, the Surrey […]
WestJet adding fuel surcharge to companion voucher bookings | Globalnews.ca
[ad_1] The impact of higher fuel prices due to violence in the Middle East is now starting to show up in more places, including flight bookings. WestJet will begin charging more for customers to use one of the perks included in their annual rewards membership, due to aviation fuel skyrocketing in price. Beginning April 8, […]
U.S. payrolls rose by 178,000 in March, more than expected; unemployment at 4.3%
[ad_1] “TSA Is Hiring” signage at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, US, on Monday, March 23, 2026. Matthew Hatcher | Bloomberg | Getty Images The U.S. labor market bounced back in March, with job creation much stronger than expected though the broader picture of a slow-growth labor market held intact. Nonfarm payrolls rose […]
If that tax refund feels like a lifeline, you’re not alone. How to use it – National | Globalnews.ca
[ad_1] Canadians will be checking their bank accounts over the next few weeks hoping for a tax refund, but the spring bump is no longer just a bonus for many — it’s a financial lifeline, data shows. Canada’s tax filing season is officially underway, with the tax filing deadline set at April 30. An EQ […]