A delayed snapshot of inflation in September came in softer than expected, potentially offering a path for the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates beyond next week's meeting.
Prime Minister Mark Carney said Canada is prepared to resume trade talks "when the Americans are ready," hours after US President Donald Trump halted negotiations between the two countries.
Brian Kahn, the businessman who led Franchise Group Inc. before its bankruptcy and who faces a fraud lawsuit from federal regulators, is back in the game.
An excessive relaxation of standards in the financial industry could trigger stress resembling the 2008 meltdown, European Central Bank Governing Council member Francois Villeroy de Galhau warned.
Bundesbank President Joachim Nagel said he hopes that Europe can overcome trade difficulties with China, but should be ready to take firm action if necessary.