AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoDigital Finance: Ottawa’s draft stablecoin rules would require 100% reserve backing, redemptions within three business days and prohibit interest on balances; non-bank firms could issue tokens under the framework. Trade: Canada and the U.S. are working on a deal to ease steel and auto tariffs, though Carney has cautioned against expecting a quick resolution. Canada also signed a trade deal with the UAE as it seeks new partners. Energy: Ovintiv agreed to buy Canadian producer Logan Energy for $890 million, expanding its domestic footprint. Clean Fuel: Ottawa’s proposed changes to the Clean Fuel Regulations use credit multipliers to support domestic biofuel, but farm and ethanol groups say the plan won’t offset U.S. subsidies. Supply Chains: Port of Churchill development efforts and planned Saint John port and rail upgrades aim to strengthen trade links and open new routes for Canadian goods.
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