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North American markets tumble, with U.S. stocks posting worst drop since June 2020

North American markets tumble, with U.S. stocks posting worst drop since June 2020

TORONTO — North American markets tumbled Tuesday after the latest reading on U.S. inflation disappointed traders, with Canada's main stock index down more than 300 points and all three major U.S.
US inflation still stubbornly high despite August slowdown

US inflation still stubbornly high despite August slowdown

WASHINGTON (AP) — Lower gas costs slowed U.S. inflation for a second straight month in August, but most other prices across the economy kept rising — evidence that inflation remains a heavy burden for American households. Consumer prices rose 8.
Sabina to begin construction on gold mine in southwestern Nunavut

Sabina to begin construction on gold mine in southwestern Nunavut

IQALUIT, Nunavut — Sabina Gold and Silver Corp. says it will begin construction on a gold mine in southwestern Nunavut next year. President and chief executive officer Bruce McLeod says it's a milestone decision for the company.
Canadians are rethinking their financial goals post-pandemic: poll

Canadians are rethinking their financial goals post-pandemic: poll

TORONTO — A new study has found that the pandemic provided Canadians the opportunity to rethink their financial goals, with many moving, switching careers and planning to travel.
Rent-to-own can help create homeowners, but experts say may not be best for everyone

Rent-to-own can help create homeowners, but experts say may not be best for everyone

Rent-to-own initiatives can offer a pathway to home ownership for some Canadians, but experts warn it may not be for everyone.
Roots says 'pack and hold' plan for unsold inventory will help avoid markdowns

Roots says 'pack and hold' plan for unsold inventory will help avoid markdowns

Canadian clothing retailer Roots Corp. is heading into its busiest sales period with strong inventory levels and a "pack and hold" plan to deal with unsold merchandise.
Twitter whistleblower brings his critiques to Congress

Twitter whistleblower brings his critiques to Congress

WASHINGTON (AP) — A former security chief at Twitter told Congress on Tuesday that the social platform is plagued by weak cyber defenses, privacy threats and the inability to control millions of fake accounts.
William Ruto sworn in as Kenya's president after close vote

William Ruto sworn in as Kenya's president after close vote

NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) — William Ruto was sworn in as Kenya's president on Tuesday after narrowly winning the Aug. 9 election in East Africa’s most stable democracy, and quickly signaled that his leadership would be a strongly Christian one.
Most actively traded companies on the Toronto Stock Exchange

Most actively traded companies on the Toronto Stock Exchange

TORONTO — Some of the most active companies traded Monday on the Toronto Stock Exchange: Toronto Stock Exchange (19,987.23, up 213.89 points.) Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU). Energy. Up 87 cents, or 2.11 per cent, to $42.11 on 19.5 million shares.
S&P/TSX composite ends day up more than 200 points, U.S. stocks also close higher

S&P/TSX composite ends day up more than 200 points, U.S. stocks also close higher

TORONTO — Canada's main stock index ended the first trading day of the week up more than 200 points,as U.S. stock markets also closed higher. The S&P/TSX composite index was up 213.89 points at 19,987.
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