West Fraser to close one sawmill, curtail another due to high costs and soft markets

[ad_1] VANCOUVER — West Fraser Timber Co. says it’s closing one U.S. sawmill and indefinitely curtailing another because of high fibre costs and soft lumber markets.  The Vancouver-based company says…

Europe ‘eats Britain’s lunch’ as tourist tax raid costs UK £3bn

[ad_1] In 2022, spending in the UK by visitors from Gulf states – Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the UAE – was still 35pc below its pre-Covid level,…

Student loan costs to balloon £10bn a year – IFS report

[ad_1] The Institute of Fiscal Studies says higher interest rates have increased costs of financing the system. [ad_2] Source link

How some Indian hospitals are cutting cancer drug costs

[ad_1] Cancer treatment centres have clubbed together to bulk-buy drugs and bring down costs by more than 85%. [ad_2] Source link

Canada’s job growth stalls, global shipping costs soar and why some are leaving Canada for affordability: Must-read business and investing stories

[ad_1] Open this photo in gallery: A ‘Now Hiring’ sign is displayed on a business in Montreal.Christinne Muschi/The Canadian Press Getting caught up on a week that got away? Here’s…

Small firms being ‘bounced’ into risk by new state-imposed costs

[ad_1] business Firms around the country are set to be hit with a host of new responsibilities that will test the viability of some A raft of new costs on…

Pwdin Closure: Rising Ingredient Costs Claim Another Small Business

[ad_1] Pwdin Closure: Rising Ingredient Costs Claim Another Small Business In a town known for its stunning seafront and historic castle, the charm of Aberystwyth, Wales, is set to lose…

Rising costs top worry for Canadian businesses, new survey finds

[ad_1] Most Canadian employers say their main concern in 2024 is rising costs as the economy cools and inflation remains high, according to a new global survey. Among…

Today’s Business: Elevating service, slashing costs are AI’s dual power

[ad_1] Artificial Intelligence (AI) is not just a fleeting trend; it’s a robust tool reshaping the landscape of customer service. It has the power to transform frustration into delight. The…

Higher costs are still the biggest challenge for Singapore businesses in 2024 – Singapore News

[ad_1] SINGAPORE: The Singapore Business Federation’s (SBF) most recent National Business Survey 2023/2024, released on Friday (Jan 5), shows that higher costs are still the biggest hurdle businesses face. This…