AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoCompetition Bureau Probe: The Competition Bureau is asking for input on retail grocery pricing as part of a wider food supply chain review, looking beyond stores into harvesting, production, processing and logistics, with a report expected for policymakers. Trade War Fallout: Tariffs and restrictions are still rattling cross-border business, from Point Roberts seeking a symbolic exemption to Prairie pork producers warning uncertainty could raise future investment and operating costs. Auto Sector Pressure: U.S. tariffs are hitting the Canada-U.S. auto link, with analysts pointing to reduced U.S.-built vehicle share in Canada and broader job risk south of the border. Markets & Currency: The S&P/TSX rose nearly 100 points and U.S. markets also moved higher; the Canadian dollar held around 70.7 U.S. cents. Defence Procurement: Canada’s defence procurement chief is weighing a mixed surveillance fleet as Ottawa advances next steps toward GlobalEye capability. Energy & Infrastructure: Canpotex is investing $500M in a North Vancouver potash terminal upgrade to boost exports. Corporate Moves: Quest PharmaTech named a new CEO; NervGen plans a restatement tied to non-cash warrant and stock-based compensation adjustments. Retail Shake-up: Starbucks plans to close 250 stores across Canada and the U.S., including locations in Illinois.
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