AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoTrade Uncertainty: Washington has lifted tariffs on some Canadian goods while adding levies on others, leaving exporters facing a shifting trade landscape. Interest Rates: The Bank of Canada is widely expected to raise its benchmark rate this week as surging oil prices fuel inflation concerns, despite a weak housing market and elevated unemployment. New Partnerships: Prime Minister Mark Carney will host the UAE Crown Prince in Ottawa and welcome EU leaders to a Montréal summit, with businesses looking for concrete gains in trade, investment and security ties. B.C. Economy: The Conservatives’ historic election win brings promises to expand natural gas production, cut red tape and lower taxes. Business Priorities: Saskatchewan business leaders pressed Ottawa for faster project approvals, better trade access and stronger infrastructure and supply chains.
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