Trade dispute, consumer spending slowdown hurting small businesses: EquifaxConsumers are cutting back on spending and struggling to navigate a complicated trade landscape. Conagra Brands releases inaugural Future of Snacking reportSnack maker identifies five trends it says are shaping the U.S. and global snacking market. Retail sales rise in June: Stats Can Sales at food and beverage retailers up 2.3% Canada’s ZEV push coming under fire from politicians, industry Both want the mandate to be scrapped, even as sales of electric vehicles grow, if more slowly than before. 1.4M consumers missed a credit payment in second quarter: Equifax report High unemployment, economic uncertainty and trade disruption making it harder to some to keep up payments. Danone Canada promotes gut health with Activia Expert yogurt Activia Expert features a blend of prebiotics and probiotics to help support digestive health for health-conscious consumers. Statistics Canada reports May retail sales down 1.1% at $69.2 billion Food and beverage retailers had sales drop by 1.2%, led by lower sales at beer, wine and liquor retailers, along with supermarkets. Crystal candy gains popularity amongst Canadians and online influencers Crystal-like Silky Gem candies are captivating consumers, with searches for crystal candy peaking in late 2024 and showing signs of continuing into this fall. Sales of U.S. spirits in Canada plunge 66%, industry groups say The drop came as provinces removed U.S. products from store shelves as a protest against U.S. tariffs and threats of annexation. Business confidence subdued amid tariffs but 'worst-case' less likely: BoC survey A Canadian survey of consumer expectations said spending intentions have weakened further because of persistent tariff threats. First Previous 2 3 4 5 6 Next Last
