
BUSINESS UPDATE TO START YOUR WEEK
MARKETS: YEAR-TO-DATE
Market Snapshot: 2025 Performance
This year has been a masterclass in resilience. After a rocky 2024, markets have bounced back with confidence, led by tech, tempered by stable rates, and fueled by a surprising comeback in crypto.

Data taken from Yahoo Finance
TRADE
Donald Trump Threatens 10 % Tariff Rise After Canadian TV Ad
Ontario aired an ad in the U.S. featuring a 1987 clip of Ronald Reagan warning against tariffs. President Trump didn’t like it. He called the ad “fake,” accused Canada of interfering in U.S. policy, and announced a 10% tariff on Canadian imports.

Canadian PM Mark Carney tried to calm things down, saying trade talks will continue. Ontario Premier Doug Ford defended the ad, saying it “reached over a billion views.”
Bottom line: A one-minute TV ad just sparked a real-world trade war. Good business lesson here for all of us.

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FRANCHISE OF THE WEEK
Franchise Idea of the Week: Oxi Fresh Carpet Cleaning (100% My opinion, not Paid)
If you’re looking for a low-cost, eco-friendly business that runs on repeat customers, Oxi Fresh Carpet Cleaning is worth a serious look. It’s a mobile cleaning franchise that uses a unique, water-saving system, carpets dry in about an hour, and customers love it.

Investment Snapshot
Startup Cost: $50K – $75K (CAD)
Franchise Fee: ~$45K
Royalty: 8%
Average Revenue: $300K–$500K per territory (U.S. data)
Employees: 1–2 (you can start solo)
Why Value Coach Recommends?
With more condos, offices, and rentals than ever, Canadians are spending more on cleaning services, especially ones that are green and reliable. Oxi Fresh hits both marks while keeping overhead super low (no storefront required).
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