Actualités

Bank of Canada: Canada's labor market remains weak; excess capacity in the economy is expected to persist but will gradually ease.

The Bank of Canada: About half of the downward revision to its January forecast reflected the impact of tariffs, while the remainder reflected weaker demand due to U.S. trade policies.

The White House: Korean Air will spend an additional $13.7 billion to purchase General Electric Aerospace engines.

The Bank of Canada will announce its interest rate decision and monetary policy report in ten minutes.

Kraft Heinz CEO: U.S. consumer sentiment is at one of its worst times in decades.

US Deputy Secretary of State: The President of Uzbekistan will meet with US President Trump next week.

South Korean Presidential Office: South Korean President Lee Jae-myung will hold bilateral talks with the leaders of Japan, Vietnam, Australia, Thailand and New Zealand on Thursday.

Mexico Ministry of Economy: Mexican Foreign Minister Ebrard and U.S. Trade Representative Greer have agreed on the next steps in trade negotiations, aiming to reach an agreement before the review of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Trade Agreement in 2026.

British Prime Minister Starmer failed on Wednesday to commit to a previous pledge not to increase taxes on workers ahead of next month's budget, saying upcoming forecasts would show the economy is in worse shape than expected.

Super Micro Computer (SMCI.O): Provides complete data center IT solutions to U.S. federal government agencies, with all products manufactured and tested in facilities in Silicon Valley.

Super Micro Computer (SMCI.O): The new entity will focus on delivering solutions developed, built, proven and manufactured in the United States to meet the needs of government agencies.

Super Micro Computer (SMCI.O): is exploring establishing new manufacturing facilities in the United States to meet growing demand.

Super Micro Computer (SMCI.O) announced the establishment of a U.S. federal entity to further expand the federal market. The portfolio of artificial intelligence servers for the federal ecosystem will be manufactured at scale in the United States.

General Motors (GM.N): Plans to continue making cars in Canada.

Lockheed Martin (LMT.N) invested $50 million in Saildrone to enhance the capabilities of the U.S. Navy's unmanned surface craft.

US Ambassador to NATO: US remains committed to Romania.

U.S. Ambassador to NATO: We are determined to continue to maintain a strong presence in Europe and an enduring commitment to Europe.

U.S. Army: The decision not to replace troops about to leave Romania "is not a withdrawal of U.S. forces from Europe, nor is it a signal of a weakening commitment to NATO and Article 5." This adjustment in force posture will not change the security environment in Europe.

GlaxoSmithKline's (GSK.N) incoming CEO Luke Mills said the company's target of 40 billion pounds of sales in 2031 is feasible and "I'm confident about it".

Market news: Portuguese police launched operations against KPMG and Novo Banco in an anti-corruption investigation.