McDonald's Canada Price Freeze Ignites Fast-Food Price War
McDonald's Canada freezes prices on value meals for a year, triggering a defensive price war in a tough economy. Learn how this impacts consumers and the supply chain.
McDonald's Canada freezes prices on value meals for a year, triggering a defensive price war in a tough economy. Learn how this impacts consumers and the supply chain.
CTV's Pat Foran explains what price adjustment policies are and how Canadian consumers can claim refunds when items they've purchased go on sale. Learn to protect your budget.
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Manitoba grocers say a provincial milk price freeze is squeezing their margins, forcing tough choices. Learn about the impact on local stores and consumers.
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McDonald's Canada freezes prices on value meals for a year, triggering a sector-wide battle. This defensive move in an inflationary climate will ripple through the entire Canadian food supply chain.
CREA reports a 1.9% drop in national home sales for 2025, with a subdued December capping off a year of market volatility. Get the full analysis.
Canadian home sales declined 2.7% month-over-month in December 2025, capping a year of volatility. Annual transactions fell 1.9% to 470,314 units. Read the full analysis of the market's quiet finish.
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The Louvre Museum in Paris has raised its ticket price by nearly 50%, a significant hike for one of the world's most visited cultural sites. Learn the new costs and what this means for planning your visit.
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World stock markets mostly advanced Wednesday, January 14, 2026, as investors awaited key U.S. wholesale inflation data. The cautious optimism follows recent record highs in North American markets.
McDonald's Canada's decision to freeze prices on value meals for a year has triggered a competitive price war, putting pressure on rivals and the entire agricultural supply chain. Read the analysis.
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CIBC analysts project a wider price gap for Canadian heavy crude in 2026, impacting the energy sector. Read the full analysis and market implications.
McDonald's Canada pledges to keep value meals at $5 for the entire year, a first in over a decade, aiming to support Canadians facing high living costs. Discover the details of this unprecedented move.
Statistics Canada begins cutting 850 positions and 12% of its executives. The union calls it a 'dark time' as over 3,200 workforce adjustment notices are issued. Read the full story.
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McDonald's Canada pledges to hold prices on small coffee and McValue meals steady throughout 2026, offering relief to consumers amid economic pressures. Read the details.
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Pharmaceutical giant Novo Nordisk is considering a strategic rebrand of a lower-price version of Ozempic to compete directly with upcoming generic alternatives. Learn about the potential market shift.
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