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.
Oil prices surged on Iran fears, but new forecasts predict a weak 2026 average. Alberta's budget and producers face volatility as supply outstrips demand. Read the full analysis.
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.
Industrial metals like aluminum and copper steady near multi-year highs after a powerful rally, while tin leads gains on the LMEX. Explore the AI-driven demand and supply risks shaping the market.
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.
The price of gold has opened 2026 at a record pace, fueled by economic uncertainty, putting the prospect of US$5,000 per ounce firmly on the horizon for investors.
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.
Jeep is taking the rare step of cutting vehicle prices in the U.S. market to reverse a dramatic sales decline. The brand's share fell to 5.6% in 2025. Discover its new strategy.
Chinese refiners are seeking Canadian crude as a replacement for sanctioned Venezuelan oil, with China buying nearly 40% of Canada's seaborne exports in 2025. Discover the market shift.
The U.S.-backed change in Venezuela puts Canada's oil exports at risk, highlighting an urgent need for trade diversification and infrastructure investment. Read the analysis.
Venezuela holds the world's largest oil reserves but production is a fraction of its peak. Sanctions and crumbling infrastructure mean its impact on tight global crude markets remains minimal. Discover the barriers to unlocking its potential.
The potential return of Venezuelan oil to global markets could benefit U.S. Gulf Coast refiners while posing a competitive threat to Canadian heavy crude producers. Analysis of the shifting energy landscape.
President Trump announces Venezuela will send up to 50 million barrels of oil to the U.S., a move reshaping global energy flows and challenging China's influence. Read the full analysis.
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.
The U.S. and Venezuela reach a landmark deal for up to $2 billion in crude oil exports, redirecting shipments from China. President Trump announces the agreement, which follows the capture of Nicolas Maduro.
Experts say concerns that Canadian oil exports will be displaced by Venezuelan crude are premature. Canada's deep integration with U.S. refineries and Venezuela's infrastructure challenges provide a buffer.
New data from the London and St. Thomas Association of Realtors reveals a December rebound in local home sales and prices. Discover the key figures and what this means for the 2026 market.
The average home sales price in Windsor-Essex fell to $524,840, signaling a cooling market. Get the latest real estate data and analysis for the region.
PM Mark Carney asserts Canada's energy sector will remain competitive following political changes in Venezuela. Analysis of oil price forecasts and market dynamics.
A new report from Deloitte predicts oil will average US$58 a barrel in 2026 due to a persistent supply glut, while natural gas prices in Alberta show an upward trend. Read the full analysis.
A political shift in Venezuela could flood markets with heavy crude, undercutting Canadian oil prices and investment. Explore the potential risks for Alberta's economy.
Bitcoin options data reveals traders are betting on a return to $100,000. Optimism grows as investment flows reverse after Q4's crypto market crash. Read the analysis.
Copper prices reach a historic peak, driven by supply constraints and robust demand. Industry expert Chris McHaney analyzes the market dynamics and what it means for investors and the global economy.
The dramatic capture of Venezuela's president by U.S. forces has sent shockwaves through North American oil markets, weakening Canadian heavy crude prices. Discover the immediate impact and long-term outlook for Alberta's energy sector.
Metro Vancouver's housing market recorded its lowest sales in two decades in 2025, with high inventory pushing benchmark prices down by about 5%. Will 2026 bring a rebound?
Bitcoin surged past a key technical level to a three-week high, catching up to gains in stocks and precious metals. Read the latest crypto market analysis and price targets.
A bluefin tuna sold for a staggering US$3.2 million at Tokyo's year-opening fish market auction, setting a new record. Discover the details behind this extravagant purchase.
Trump's plan for US firms to revitalize Venezuela's oil post-Maduro capture won't impact prices soon. Analysts say rebuilding decayed infrastructure requires a decade and $100B. Explore the global energy implications.