AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoCanada Economy Watch: Canada slipped into a technical recession after GDP contracted for two straight quarters, reviving debate over how to respond and what it means for business investment and consumer spending. Markets & Currency: China set June 2 yuan central parity rates, including a Canadian-dollar reference point, as global investors weigh risk amid geopolitical tension. Defence & Trade: Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is set to meet Quebec’s Christine Fréchette on energy, trade and provincial autonomy, while South Korea and Canada discussed deeper space and defence ties as Seoul pushes to win Canada’s submarine bid. Corporate Moves: Crescita Therapeutics agreed to be acquired in an all-cash deal, with expected TSX delisting, and iCapital named a new international leadership head. Tech & Business Risk: GoPro filed a going-concern warning tied to lender talks, and Florida’s lawsuit against OpenAI and Sam Altman added pressure to AI safety claims. Public Safety & Enforcement: Toronto police seized $3.5M in counterfeit World Cup merchandise, the largest such haul in Canada. Regional Economy: Kelowna’s Memorial Cup boosted tourism and local business activity, with the city estimating tens of millions in economic impact. Health & Policy: Prime Minister Mark Carney announced a federal advisory council to combat antisemitism as hate crimes surge.
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