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Airlines Slash Flights as Jet Fuel Costs Surge, Squeezing Travellers and Markets

  Airlines Slash Flights as Jet Fuel Costs Surge Canadian travellers are facing fewer flight options and higher fares as jet fuel prices spike to multi‑year highs , forcing Air Canada and Air Transat to cut capacity across key routes. The surge in fuel costs is tied directly to the ongoing Iran conflict , which has disrupted global oil flows and pushed energy markets into another period of volatility. Air Transat is reducing service to Europe and the Caribbean, while Air Canada is suspending several regional and international routes it now considers unprofitable. For consumers, this means higher ticket prices, more crowded flights, and fewer choices heading into the summer travel season . Impact on the Economy and Inflation Airlines passing fuel costs to passengers adds fresh pressure to Canada’s already‑stubborn inflation outlook. Travel inflation — which had been easing — is now expected to rise again, complicating the Bank of Canada’s path toward rate cuts. Higher travel costs a...

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The Ripple Effect of Trump's Tariff Strategy on Global Trade

The global trade landscape has been shaken by President Trump's aggressive tariff policies. His decision to impose steep tariffs on Chinese imports has led to heightened tensions between the world's two largest economies. While the move aims to protect American industries and push for better trade deals, it has triggered significant market volatility. The S&P 500 has seen sharp declines, and Asian markets have followed suit.

China has responded with countermeasures, including restricting imports of American goods, further straining relations. Meanwhile, other nations are scrambling to adapt, with some initiating trade talks to mitigate the impact. The uncertainty surrounding these policies has left investors and global leaders questioning the long-term consequences for international trade and economic stability.

Trump's gamble reflects his belief in reshaping the global trade order, but whether this strategy will yield the desired results remains to be seen.

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