Ethan Lou
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Opinion editor in the Globe and Mail's business section. Pitch me:
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Should retail investors really get access to private markets? The latest from the Globe's business commentary, by Edward Waitzer, Rachel Wasserman:
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Opinion: Should retail investors really get access to private markets?
Narrative that retail investors are unfairly excluded from superior investment opportunities doesn’t hold up
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/commentary/article-retail-investors-private-markets-osc/
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Does Canada want to be strong or rich? A tricky balance The latest from the Globe's business commentary, by Claude Lavoie:
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Opinion: Does Canada want to be strong or rich? A tricky balance
Resilience is necessary for long-term prosperity, but it is expensive, invisible and unglamorous for governments and businesses to invest in
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/commentary/article-canada-economy-federal-government-spending-resilience-adaptability/
42 minutes ago
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Iran war risks further complicating USMCA renegotiations for Canada The latest from the Globe's business commentary, by Rita Trichur:
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Opinion: Iran war risks further complicating USMCA renegotiations for Canada
Mission critical for Canada is to deter and disrupt terrorist fundraising, sanctions-evasion and the financing of WMDs by Iran’s IRGC
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/commentary/article-iran-war-usmca-irgc/
about 11 hours ago
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The front page of the Globe and Mail for Tuesday, Mar 10, 2026:
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Iran is using the oil weapon The latest from the Globe's business commentary, by Tony Keller:
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Opinion: Iran is using the oil weapon
Iran is targeting the economies of its neighbours across the Persian Gulf - that means it is also targeting the global economy
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/commentary/article-iran-war-oil-middle-east-trump/
about 24 hours ago
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Yes, resale ticket prices are skyrocketing. No, capping prices is not the fix The latest from the Globe's business commentary, by David Clement:
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Opinion: Yes, resale ticket prices are skyrocketing. No, capping prices is not the fix
Price-cap laws simply drive reselling on to platforms that offer buyers no security or guarantees
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/commentary/article-resale-ticket-prices-cap-live-nation-ticketmaster/
1 day ago
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In the Mideast market meltdown, the worst is yet to come The latest from the Globe's business commentary, by John Rapley:
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Opinion: In the Mideast market meltdown, the worst is yet to come
If the war doesn’t end soon, the whole world could be caught in the downturn
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/commentary/article-in-the-mideast-market-meltdown-the-worse-is-yet-to-come/
1 day ago
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The front page of the Globe and Mail for Monday, Mar 9, 2026:
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We had CANZUK in my parents’ time. Why not today – and more? The latest from the Globe's business commentary, by Christopher Worswick:
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Opinion: We had CANZUK in my parents’ time. Why not today – and more?
European Union-like labour mobility was a key part of Canadian life in the past. It can be so again
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/commentary/article-canzuk-trade-labour-mobility/
2 days ago
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Canada must remember that the future is electricity, not fossil fuels The latest from the Globe's business commentary, by Kevin Thomas:
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Opinion: Canada must remember that the future is electricity, not fossil fuels
The industries of tomorrow demand abundant, low-carbon and reliable power
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/commentary/article-canada-must-remember-that-the-future-is-electricity-not-fossil-fuels/
2 days ago
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A prolonged war in the Middle East will be bad for your portfolio. Here’s how to prepare The latest from the Globe's business commentary, by Gordon Pape:
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A prolonged war in the Middle East will be bad for your portfolio. Here’s how to prepare
There’s no way of knowing how long this war will last. Investors must be flexible and understand that it could get worse before it gets better
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/investing/markets/inside-the-market/article-a-prolonged-war-in-the-middle-east-will-be-bad-for-your-portfolio/
3 days ago
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Rather than paying down debt, Canadians are happily borrowing even deeper The latest from the Globe's business commentary, by John Turley-Ewart:
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Opinion: Rather than paying down debt, Canadians are happily borrowing even deeper
Debt is not in itself a ticket to a higher living standard. It can be a trap
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/commentary/article-rather-than-paying-down-debt-canadians-are-happily-borrowing-even/
3 days ago
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In the Iran war, good news is bad news for oil, Canada and our future The latest from the Globe's business commentary, by John Rapley:
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Opinion: In the Iran war, good news is bad news for oil, Canada and our future
The longer the conflict continues, the more it’s looking like an act of economic self-harm by the U.S., and Canadians will be collateral damage
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/commentary/article-iran-war-oil-mideast-canada-us-future/
4 days ago
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The Iran war is propelling Germany into another energy crisis – one made worse by Berlin’s epic mistakes The latest from the Globe's business commentary, by Eric Reguly:
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Opinion: The Iran war is propelling Germany into another energy crisis – one made worse by Berlin’s epic mistakes
Energy policy for the past 25 years has been illogical to the point of madness
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/commentary/article-iran-war-germany-energy-crisis/
5 days ago
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This is my regular callout for pitches for the Globe and Mail's business opinion section. Pitch me at
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Business Opinion
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Military power is still, unfortunately, the ultimate power The latest from the Globe's business commentary, by Tony Keller:
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Opinion: Military power is still, unfortunately, the ultimate power
That’s a lesson Canada can learn from the new war in the Middle East
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/commentary/article-military-power-is-still-unfortunately-the-ultimate-power/
5 days ago
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Trump’s maritime security vow for Strait of Hormuz is implausible after his Venezuelan turnabout The latest from the Globe's business commentary, by Rita Trichur:
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Opinion: Trump’s maritime security vow for Strait of Hormuz is implausible after his Venezuelan turnabout
Trump’s promise for the strait lacks credibility because of his record of reneged commitments
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/commentary/article-trump-strait-hormuz-iran-war-oil-energy/
5 days ago
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Iran strike may be the first AI war, and it won’t be the last The latest from the Globe's business commentary, by Gus Carlson:
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Opinion: Iran strike may be the first AI war, and it won’t be the last
As artificial intelligence helps identify targets and compress battlefield decisions, there are concerns that human oversight is shrinking
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/commentary/article-iran-ai-strikes-targets/
6 days ago
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When Canada and Australia team up, nobody can stop us The latest from the Globe's business commentary, by Scott Stirrett:
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Opinion: When Canada and Australia team up, nobody can stop us
The two middle powers could have a powerful combined influence when working together, Scott Stirrett writes
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/commentary/article-canada-mark-carney-australia-visit-middle-powers-mining-minerals/
7 days ago
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War in the Middle East makes the case for more Canadian energy and expanding the Port of Churchill The latest from the Globe's business commentary, by Rita Trichur:
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Opinion: War in the Middle East makes the case for more Canadian energy and expanding the Port of Churchill
Iran war is yet another reminder of why Canada must prioritize long-term projects that increase energy security
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/commentary/article-port-churchill-energy-iran-war/
7 days ago
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To Trump’s tariffs and chaos, world-travelling Carney says ‘not today’ The latest from the Globe's business commentary, by John Turley-Ewart:
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Opinion: To Trump’s tariffs and chaos, world-travelling Carney says ‘not today’
Prime Minister’s foreign trips rallying new trade allies to our side signals he is preparing for a necessary trade battle with the U.S.
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/commentary/article-carney-trump-us-trade-tariffs/
8 days ago
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Does Donald Trump want regime change in Iran? Or a Venezuela Solution? The latest from the Globe's business commentary, by Tony Keller:
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Opinion: Does Donald Trump want regime change in Iran? Or a Venezuela Solution?
When given the chance to remove the Venezuelan dictatorship, Trump instead chose oil and installed his own protection racket
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/commentary/article-trump-iran-war-regime-venezuela-middle-east/
8 days ago
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India’s oil problem has been worsened by the Iran war – but Canada may have the solution The latest from the Globe's business commentary, by Gupreet Lail, Klevin Krausert:
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Opinion: India’s oil problem has been worsened by the Iran war – but Canada may have the solution
Building additional capacity to tidewater secures Canadian jobs, strengthens democratic alliances – and positions Canada to lead as an exporter of solutions
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/commentary/article-india-oil-canada-trade-energy/
8 days ago
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Alberta’s oil sands should be the HALO trade for Asian economies The latest from the Globe's business commentary, by Andrew Willis:
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Opinion: Alberta’s oil sands should be the HALO trade for Asian economies
Deep-pocketed Asian energy companies are revisiting their reliance on supplies from the Persian Gulf
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/commentary/article-albertas-oil-sands-should-be-the-halo-trade-for-asian-economies/
8 days ago
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Canada’s submarine conundrum: Buying a few boats is harder than it looks The latest from the Globe's business commentary, by Jeffrey F. Collins:
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Opinion: Canada’s submarine conundrum: Buying a few boats is harder than it looks
Ottawa will have to perform a delicate balancing act between learning from procurement mistakes, pivoting to new supply chains and meeting North American alliance commitments
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/commentary/article-submarine-military-procurement-carney/
8 days ago
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OpenAI has shown it cannot be trusted. Canada needs nationalized, public AI The latest from the Globe's business commentary, by Nathan Sanders, Bruce Schneier:
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Opinion: OpenAI has shown it cannot be trusted. Canada needs nationalized, public AI
OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, lobbied Ottawa for business. All the while it hid its knowledge of Tumbler Ridge shooter
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/commentary/article-openai-tumbler-ridge-chatgpt/
10 days ago
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An Iran oil shock darkens prospects for all the money in the world The latest from the Globe's business commentary, by John Rapley:
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Opinion: An Iran oil shock darkens prospects for all the money in the world
If this war leads to any other outcome than a quick regime collapse, anxiety may rise quickly in world oil markets
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/commentary/article-an-iran-oil-shock-darkens-prospects-for-all-the-money-in-the-world/
11 days ago
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Tariff-mad Trump keeps talking big but plays a losing game The latest from the Globe's business commentary, by John Rapley:
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Opinion: Tariff-mad Trump keeps talking big but plays a losing game
The U.S. President can fume all he wants – the Supreme Court has dealt his strategy a fatal blow
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/commentary/article-tariff-mad-donald-trump-losing-game/
11 days ago
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My latest in the Globe and Mail: What is Europe even for? Decline and tragedy at the heart of the West
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Opinion: What is Europe even for? Decline and tragedy at the heart of the West
Europe has been pushed to the brink – unstable, broke and impotent. The continent needs to get its act together so we can all have a better tomorrow
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/opinion/article-what-is-europe-even-for-decline-and-tragedy-at-the-heart-of-the-west/
11 days ago
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Why India needs Canada, and how we can leverage that The latest from the Globe's business commentary, by Jeff Mahon:
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Opinion: Why India needs Canada, and how we can leverage that
The use of tariffs has led to countries distrusting the U.S. This creates an opportunity for Canada
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/commentary/article-why-india-needs-canada-and-how-we-can-leverage-that/
12 days ago
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The U.S. no longer believes that trade can be a win-win. Buckle up, Canada The latest from the Globe's business commentary, by Tony Keller:
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Opinion: The U.S. no longer believes that trade can be a win-win. Buckle up, Canada
The old give-and-take between our countries is now take-and-take
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/commentary/article-us-believes-trade-win-win-tariffs-trump/
12 days ago
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The myth of homeownership as an investment is wreaking untold damage The latest from the Globe's business commentary, by J. Ari Pandes:
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Opinion: The myth of homeownership as an investment is wreaking untold damage
Real estate is neither a guaranteed nor a rapid wealth generator – and forgetting that is dangerous
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/commentary/article-the-myth-of-homeownership-as-an-investment-is-wreaking-untold-damage/
12 days ago
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India is signing trade deals with other middle powers. Canada cannot get lost in the shuffle The latest from the Globe's business commentary, by Rita Trichur:
www.theglobeandmail.com/business/com...
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Opinion: India is signing trade deals with other middle powers. Canada cannot get lost in the shuffle
India has now secured preferential access to two-thirds of global markets after a significant EU deal
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/commentary/article-india-trade-deal-middle-powers-eu/
12 days ago
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The front page of the Globe and Mail for Thursday, Feb 26, 2026:
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Why Mark Carney must go to India (and other countries that are not the U.S.) The latest from the Globe's business commentary, by Daryl Ching:
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Opinion: Why Mark Carney must go to India (and other countries that are not the U.S.)
Carney’s upcoming trade-focused trips strengthen Canada’s position in negotiations with the U.S.
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/commentary/article-mark-carney-must-go-to-india-us-donald-trump/
13 days ago
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Trump might order banks to verify clients’ citizenship. What’s so wrong about that? The latest from the Globe's business commentary, by Gus Carlson:
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Opinion: Trump might order banks to verify clients’ citizenship. What’s so wrong about that?
Financial services industry is concerned new requirements would make banks part of Trump’s hard-line illegal immigration efforts
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/commentary/article-trump-banks-privacy-kyc/
13 days ago
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At State of the Union, Trump touts economy with childish naivety and Third World demagoguery The latest from the Globe's business commentary, by :
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Opinion: At State of the Union, Trump touts economy with childish naivety and Third World demagoguery
Trump has dragged the U.S. well into the realm of banana-republic governance
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/commentary/article-trump-state-of-the-union-economy/
14 days ago
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Trump’s tariff defence at the State of the Union show a weak hand and an era ending The latest from the Globe's business commentary, by Wolfgang Alschner:
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Opinion: Trump’s tariff defence at the State of the Union show a weak hand and an era ending
Canada should focus on sector specifics and be prepared for tradeoffs
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/commentary/article-trump-tariffs-canada-us-state-of-the-union/
14 days ago
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Let’s just buy the F-35s and not cut off our nose to spite our face The latest from the Globe's business commentary, by Christopher Worswick:
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Opinion: Let’s just buy the F-35s and not cut off our nose to spite our face
Canada should not let strong emotions over the U.S. administration cloud our judgment when it comes to which fighter jets to purchase
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/commentary/article-fighter-jet-gripen-f-35-military-defence/
14 days ago
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Ford can’t ignore the plight of poor students. But some middle-class parents deserve a kick in the pants The latest from the Globe's business commentary, by Rita Trichur:
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Opinion: Ford can’t ignore the plight of poor students. But some middle-class parents deserve a kick in the pants
Low-income students will pay a hefty price for Ontario’s changes to OSAP funding, while families who need it least keep enjoying the free ride
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/commentary/article-osap-student-funding-doug-ford/
14 days ago
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How will free-spending Ford pay for Ontario’s $400-billion nuclear plans? The latest from the Globe's business commentary, by Mark Winfield:
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Opinion: How will free-spending Ford pay for Ontario’s $400-billion nuclear plans?
If the plans are to be paid for through the rates charged for the electricity produced, bills will rise dramatically
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/commentary/article-how-will-free-spending-ford-pay-for-ontarios-400-billion-nuclear-plans/
14 days ago
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Danielle Smith’s referendum plans show the folly of Carney giving further concessions on energy policy The latest from the Globe's business commentary, by Adam Radwanski:
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Opinion: Danielle Smith’s referendum plans show the folly of Carney giving further concessions on energy policy
By cuing up the next set of grievances before the last round has been fully resolved, any intergovernmental harmony from further federal backtracking will be short-lived
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/commentary/article-danielle-smith-referendum-folly-of-carney-concessions-energy-policy/
15 days ago
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In dealing with Tariff Man, Canada’s best bet is to keep on ragging the puck The latest from the Globe's business commentary, by Tony Keller:
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Opinion: In dealing with Tariff Man, Canada’s best bet is to keep on ragging the puck
Donald Trump’s crusade is not over, but our economy is in a strong position
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/commentary/article-canada-us-donald-trump-tariff-man-ragging-the-puck/
15 days ago
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Referendum uncertainty risks undermining Alberta’s economy The latest from the Globe's business commentary, by Andrew Willis:
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Opinion: Referendum uncertainty risks undermining Alberta’s economy
To achieve its goals, the province needs steady investment and newcomers
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/commentary/article-alberta-referendum-investment-danielle-smith/
15 days ago
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Trump, stung by the Supreme Court slapdown, may turn eyes toward Canada The latest from the Globe's business commentary, by Andrei Sulzenko:
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Opinion: Trump, stung by the Supreme Court slapdown, may turn eyes toward Canada
A trilateral trade negotiation underscores the potential for economic consolidation and expansion
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/commentary/article-trump-stung-by-the-supreme-court-slapdown-may-turn-eyes-toward-canada/
16 days ago
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With Ontario’s student-loan reforms, universities must now fight for their very lives The latest from the Globe's business commentary, by John Turley-Ewart:
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Opinion: With Ontario’s student-loan reforms, universities must now fight for their very lives
Unless a program’s value proposition is preserved in the labour market, future demand for many bachelor’s degrees will dry up
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/commentary/article-with-ontarios-student-loan-reforms-universities-must-now-fight-for/
16 days ago
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Let’s stop giving billions in research funding to foreign firms The latest from the Globe's business commentary, by Natalie Raffoul , Neil Desai:
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Opinion: Let’s stop giving billions in research funding to foreign firms
Subsidiaries of foreign firms qualify as ‘Canadian,’ get taxpayer-funded subsidies then commercialize their research abroad
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/commentary/article-lets-stop-giving-billions-in-research-funding-to-foreign-firms/
16 days ago
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A ruling against Trump’s tariffs changes nothing, and everything The latest from the Globe's business commentary, by Tony Keller:
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Opinion: A ruling against Trump’s tariffs changes nothing, and everything
American politics is finally delivering some overdue baby steps against Trump’s trade policies
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/commentary/article-ruling-against-donald-trump-trade-policies-tariffs-supreme-court/
18 days ago
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As Silicon Valley seeks pie-in-the-sky AI dreams, the bubble is deflating The latest from the Globe's business commentary, by John Rapley:
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Opinion: As Silicon Valley seeks pie-in-the-sky AI dreams, the bubble is deflating
Despite bold claims of an imminent AI breakthrough, U.S. market signals suggest hype may be running ahead of reality
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/commentary/article-silicon-valley-ai-bubble-artificial-intelligence/
19 days ago
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Productivity is an urgent problem for Canada. The response? A 15-year study The latest from the Globe's business commentary, by Charles Lammam:
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Opinion: Productivity is an urgent problem for Canada. The response? A 15-year study
We already know what actions are needed to boost productivity. We’re just missing the willingness to act
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/commentary/article-productivity-crisis-urgent-problem-canada-economy/
19 days ago
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