Business & Economy

The livestream commerce market is gaining momentum, and quickly. Its rapid growth could spell changes for the retail industry as a whole, says one McMaster expert.

Canada will have to adapt, as always, to the 'American 800-pound gorilla' if the U.S. president-elect introduces steep tariffs, says DeGroote School of Business professor William Huggins.

McMaster innovators gathered to celebrate a historic year of commercialization successes, showcase their technologies and startups, and share insights and ideas with established and aspiring entrepreneurs.

Yes, there really are fewer mini chocolates in that box, economist Colin Mang confirms. Expect to get a less candy for your buck as chocolate makers as a result of a spike in cocoa prices.

Between growing public sympathy for workers facing economic pressures, and more unions winning wage growth after years of stagnation, the labour movement has new energy, expert Stephanie Ross says.

Workers in industries like railways and air travel have significant structural power and can leverage the potential for economic disruption to win favourable contracts, writes Gerard Di Trolio.

As Canadian shoppers contend with an affordability crisis and change their buying habits, some retailers are dropping prices. A retail expert breaks down the social and structural factors at play when it comes to pricing.

Interest rate, inflation rate, mortgage numbers: Economist Colin Mang helps break down the numbers - and what they mean for Canadians - after the Bank of Canada lowers the benchmark rate for the first time in years.

Rising grocery prices have sparked anger against the Canadian grocery giant, but a boycott is unlikely to lead to major change, Bradley Ruffle and Francois Neville say.

When employees are able to reconceptualize jealousy as a motivating force, it opens up new venues to address, overcome and capitalize on the feeling.

The implementation of central bank digital currencies around the world has prompted serious questions around privacy, security, accessibility and trust.

The interactive experience of live shopping is not only taking influencer marketing to the next level, it's primed to disrupt the retail industry, says one McMaster researcher.