France’s Top Court Blocks Social Media Ban for Under-15s

The Constitutional Council of France on Friday thwarted a proposed bill that sought to prohibit social media access for individuals under the age of 15, deeming it an infringement on the right to freedom of expression. The American firm is set to unveil its quarterly earnings following a period marked by a stalled merger, shelved brand divestitures, and executive changes.

Market participants are eagerly awaiting the results of the report to gauge the impact of these recent developments. Meanwhile, Canadian and US negotiators are collaborating against a looming Aug. 19 deadline to prevent 50 percent tariffs on Canadian goods. While the ongoing dialogue remains constructive, considerable efforts are required to resolve the core trade disagreements.

Retail sales in Canada decreased by 0.6 percent last month, after a revised 0.2 percent increase in June. However, clothing store receipts showed a rebound of 1.9 percent, potentially driven by back-to-school shopping.