Tariff Volatility Roils Markets

Tariff volatility is freezing business investment and causing ripples in financial markets. The housing slump in major Canadian cities like Vancouver and Toronto adds to the economic anxiety. Meanwhile, Europe is witnessing shifts in defense budgets, with Germany planning significant increases. The podcast also humorously juxtaposes nostalgic dreams of car ownership with the harsh realities of British Columbia's budget deficit. Political tensions and trade wars further complicate consumer confidence and the economic landscape.