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Pierre Poilievre’s capital gains tax deferral plan could reshape how Canadian investors build wealth by rewarding reinvestment in domestic assets. What if the best investment is a tax break?

Explore key milestones in small business history from April 9—IBM’s first business software, Intel's founding, and the rise of e-commerce with eBay’s IPO.

Wall Street’s weird, the markets are jittery, and your group chat won’t shut up about a recession. Block it all out. The Moon is trining Jupiter, Mercury is finally behaving, and today’s celestial setup is surprisingly ripe for big ideas, bold moves, and divine timing.

China slaps 84% tariffs on U.S. goods. Canada braces for ripple effects amid escalating U.S.-China trade war. Exporters watch closely.

From auto tariffs and platform seller struggles to nationwide retail shutdowns and pricing upheavals, today’s headlines show how shifting global policies are squeezing small businesses from every direction.

April 8 honors fire escapes, fast mail, a code for commerce, the rise of Amgen, and the legacy of Mars candy—all of which shape how small businesses scale, protect, and innovate.

April 8, 2025 "Adaptability is the key to success."

Markets plunge globally as Trump’s new tariffs spark investor panic. S&P 500 suffers worst Q1 since 2022, with Europe and Asia also hit hard by economic uncertainty.