The Peak Daily

If there’s one thing more painful than seeing Canada lose to the Americans in hockey, it’s seeing promising Canadian companies pull up stakes and move south of the border. Canadian editors are in a dictionary dispute with the Carney government.

About 45 years after Ronald Reagan called it the most dangerous drug in America, the U.S. government seems to be warming up to weed. We are quickly discovering that “financializing everything” through prediction markets also creates endless opportunities for corruption.

The U.S. is pursuing another measure that makes it seem like it no longer cares about international tourism as a GDP contributor. Canadians might be feeling pinched, but a steady diet of live entertainment seems to be a non-negotiable.

The U.S. is pursuing another measure that makes it seem like it no longer cares about international tourism as a GDP contributor. Canadians might be feeling pinched, but a steady diet of live entertainment seems to be a non-negotiable.

Like all of us this time of year, Canada is looking for ways to buy new stuff for less. There are going to be some extremely irritable Australian kids this morning. Spare a thought for their parents.

The world’s biggest ice cream company, Magnum, makes its market debut amid mixed investor reactions. Concerns grow over the future of ice cream due to health trends and climate impacts. In Canada, a new initiative invites foreign-trained doctors to fill critical healthcare gaps, addressing the doctor shortage affecting millions. Plus, a bidding war brews as Paramount makes a blockbuster bid for Warner, while hosts discuss tech deals and transit issues. Sweet treats and serious matters collide in this engaging discussion!

Travel plans are getting tangled as Air Transit suspends flights amid a looming pilot strike during peak holiday season. Listeners receive crucial advice on passenger rights for rebookings. Meanwhile, the podcast highlights a staggering rise in objections to CRA assessments, nearly doubling in recent years. Discussions cover the effects of budget boosts, increased audits, and staffing drops at the CRA that impact service quality. Also, intriguing global news bites include Netflix's ambitions and a pilot security program in St. John.

Lunch bowls are losing their appeal, especially among young diners who are turned off by their hefty price tags. As Chipotle faces revenue warnings, the hosts explore how this trend reflects Gen Z's financial strain. Meanwhile, Hims & Hers makes waves by entering the Canadian market with plans to offer generic semaglutide, just as patent issues loom over major players. Big changes are afoot as affordability and healthcare options collide, making for an engaging discussion on current consumer habits.

Big banks in Canada are cutting chequing account fees, offering $4/month options and free accounts for vulnerable customers. Meanwhile, Switzerland voters have surprisingly rejected a significant boost to inheritance taxes. The migration of millionaires is trending upwards, prompting discussions about the economic effects of welcoming the ultra-rich. Additionally, Canada has seen a surprising rise in labour productivity, against expectations, highlighting a potentially shifting economic landscape.

OpenAI is in a frenzy after launching a Code Red to boost ChatGPT's competitiveness against Google's Gemini 3. As the AI arms race heats up, the struggle for market dominance intensifies. Meanwhile, Scholastic is making headlines by selling its Manhattan headquarters amid financial woes and a pivot towards digital. The company grapples with declining sales and shifts its focus towards streaming to engage the next generation. Tune in for insights on tech rivalries and the future of children's literature.