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Trump Flexes with Tariffs on Foreign-made Furniture

With the recent signing of an executive order, the U.S. president has made good on his social media promise to impose tariffs on furniture not manufactured domestically. Read more.

Message from the Editor

Not a day goes by that Donald Trump isn't making headlines. While federal immigration raids and his use of military troops in cities have dominated the news cycle of late, Trump's trade policy has made its way back to the forefront. In recent days, he has made a number of tariff announcements on his social media platform, Truth Social, followed by the signing of executive orders. The furniture industry has not been spared in this round of presidential proclamations. Imported upholstered wooden products are facing a significant levy mid-month, which will further increase at the start of 2026.

Clare Tattersall, Editor

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Tanking Toronto Condo Market Not the Same as '90s

Toronto’s condo market has been deteriorating over the past year, but a new report from CMHC suggests a less severe outcome than the crash of the 1990s. Read more.

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