Federal Shutdown: What North American Businesses Need to Know  A federal government shutdown is more than a political headline, it’s a real economic event that impacts payrolls, procurement, trade data…

The Cleaning Edge: How Janitorial Services & Commercial Cleaning Firms Can Clean Up — and Scale — in North America The janitorial services, cleaning supplies and commercial cleaning sector is…

It’s no secret that access to capital is the lifeblood of any business, but what happens when the financial ecosystem tightens, and traditional sources begin to dry up? That’s the…

When the 90-day tariff pause expired on July 9, new duties rolled out – bringing a sharp 35% levy on certain Canadian imports, along with heavy tariffs on other countries’ goods.…

In today’s lending landscape, industries are being scrutinized more than ever and some are being painted with a broader brush than they deserve. We’ve seen an increasing trend where Warehousing,…

Recent data from the Port of Los Angeles shows a dramatic 30% drop in shipments in early May, following the announcement of potential new tariffs on Chinese goods. While headlines…

In 2024, Canada experienced a significant surge in insolvency filings, with a notable 12.1% increase compared to the previous year. This rise was predominantly driven by business insolvencies, which escalated…

Now 2025 is in full swing, the North American business landscape is poised for significant change, presenting both challenges and opportunities, particularly for small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The global…

Credit terms are a fundamental aspect of business operations, influencing relationships between companies, cash flow management and impacting overall financial health. Understanding the intricacies of credit terms is essential for…

As of late 2024, the Canadian dollar, affectionately known as the “loonie,” has hit a low not seen in over four years, trading at approximately 72 cents to the US…

The pharma industry, a critical pillar of the global economy and healthcare system, has seen dramatic shifts in the last few years. It reached unprecedented heights during the COVID-19 pandemic…

When businesses face financial distress, they often need to explore restructuring options that can help them navigate difficult times and return to profitability. Two common routes for restructuring are an…

It’s not the news that business leaders were hoping for but the failure of negotiations last night marks the start of an unprecedented Canadian rail shutdown. The two largest railways;…

Madagascar, the fourth largest island in the world, located off the southeastern coast of Africa, has experienced a period of economic growth in recent years that is gradually positioning it…

In June 2024, the Canadian labour market witnessed a surprising development with the loss of 1,400 jobs, marking a rare contraction to a trend of adding to the number of…