Corporate layoffs: Canadian Tire announces workforce restructuring; retail store jobs unaffected, says company

Canadian Tire announced on Tuesday that it is reducing corporate staff positions as part of a broader transformation and modernisation effort aimed at staying competitive in the evolving retail landscape. “Earlier this year, we announced that we would be transforming our company to better compete in a new era of retail, defined by global competitive…

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US tariffs take effect Friday: 5 key imports face steep hikes; economic fallout looms

The US plans to impose higher tariffs on several major trading partners starting Friday unless new agreements are reached with President Donald Trump- raising concerns over rising consumer prices and economic strain. Financial experts warn the proposed tariffs, which must be paid by importers of foreign goods, will likely increase operating costs and reduce household…

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India-US trade deal: Donald Trump says not finalized; hints at 20-25% tariff rate two days ahead of reciprocal tariff deadline

India-US trade deal: Trump’s remarks come two days ahead of the August 1, 2025 reciprocal tariff deadline. India-US trade deal: Ahead of his self-imposed tariff deadline, US President Donald Trump has said that a trade agreement with India has not yet been finalized. “India trade deal not been finalized,” said Trump. Asked whether India would…

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TCS layoffs: Will new bench policy result in more than 12,000 pink slips? ‘Everyone is scared…’

TCS layoffs: The company’s new bench policy has left many employees concerned about their job security. (AI image) TCS layoffs: Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) announced 12,000 layoffs recently, but there are fears amongst the company employees that the sackings may exceed that number. According to an ET Prime report, TCS employees are fearful that the…

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