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Canada’s Inflation Climbs to 2.4% as Gas Prices Surge to Record High

  Canada’s inflation rate accelerated to 2.4% in March , up from 1.8% in February, as the Iran war triggered the largest monthly gasoline price increase on record . Statistics Canada reported that gas prices surged 21.2% month‑over‑month , a supply‑shock response to Iran’s closure of the Strait of Hormuz and broader Middle East instability.  Energy costs were the dominant driver of March inflation, with overall energy prices rising 3.9% year‑over‑year after a sharp decline the month before. Excluding gasoline, inflation would have eased to 2.2% , highlighting how concentrated the price shock was.  Food inflation offered mixed relief: grocery prices rose 4.4% , while fresh vegetables jumped 7.8% due to difficult growing conditions. Restaurant inflation cooled sharply as last year’s tax‑holiday distortions fell out of the annual comparison.  Economists note that while headline inflation spiked, core measures remained relatively tame , giving the Bank of Canada ro...
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Fundraising Halt: Biden's July Donations Take a Dive

 

In a surprising turn of events, President Joe Biden's fundraising efforts have hit a significant roadblock. Several key fundraisers for Biden's reelection campaign have been put on hold as July donations have seen a sharp decline. 

This sudden drop in financial support has raised concerns among Democratic sources involved in the events. The Biden Victory Fund has also issued a memo instructing a pause in donor calls, signaling a potential shift in campaign strategy. 

Despite these challenges, House Democrats have managed to secure a substantial fundraising haul, indicating a complex financial landscape for the party. The Biden campaign's difficulties come at a critical juncture, with the reelection team bracing for a seismic fundraising hit following a recent debate that has taken a toll on operations. 

The situation has led to a growing apprehension within the party, with some advisers and operatives expressing fears that Biden's fundraising is 'cratering' amid a slowdown in both large and small donor contributions. As the campaign navigates this financial turbulence, the implications for Biden's reelection prospects remain uncertain.

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