National Business

TORONTO — Canada's main stock index fell more than 200 points Friday, weighed down by losses in energy and base metal stocks, while U.S. markets were mixed. The S&P/TSX composite index closed down 215.28 points at 25,483.23.

TORONTO — Auto parts maker Magna International Inc. is warning tariffs would have a negative impact on the auto industry, but says it's ready to deal with what comes.

Air Canada may reduce flights to certain U.S.

Canadian softwood lumber exported to the United States could soon face additional tariffs and duties of up to 55 per cent, British Columbia's forests minister said.

MONTREAL — CAE Inc. reported better margins than expected in its defence segment, as it waits for less profitable contracts to expire.

NEW YORK (AP) — Wall Street fell short of a record following mixed profit reports from big companies. The S&P 500 ended essentially flat Friday, a day after rallying within 0.1% of its all-time high set last month.

NEW YORK (AP) — Wall Street fell short of a record following mixed profit reports from big companies. The S&P 500 ended essentially flat Friday, a day after rallying within 0.1% of its all-time high set last month.

EDMONTON — Alberta’s health ministry says two proposed private surgery clinics at the centre of allegations of high-level government corruption remain in limbo.

As concerns rise about Canada's reliance on the U.S. for energy exports, Enbridge Inc. chief executive Greg Ebel says getting a big new energy export project off the ground in this country would require drastic shifts in government policy.

A Michigan judge is putting sponges in the hands of shoplifters, ordering them to wash cars in a Walmart parking lot when spring arrives.