AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoU.S.-Canada Trade Shock: The White House announced an import ban starting Sept. 29 on specific Canadian dairy products, most alcoholic beverages and motorcycles, as the tariff fight intensifies and Canada’s retaliatory measures continue. Procurement Pressure: The U.S. also moved to exclude Canadian goods from major federal procurement, adding a new hit for consumer-facing brands that rely on cross-border supply. EU Pivot for Canada: Prime Minister Mark Carney is set to address the European Parliament after Donald Trump warned Canada’s potential “associate member” status with the EU could be a “hostile act,” threatening heavy tariffs if he deems it bad-faith. Rates and Prices: The U.S. Federal Reserve raised its key rate for the first time in three years, signaling more hikes could follow—an inflation backdrop that can ripple into Canadian mortgage and grocery budgets. Retail Convenience: Costco groceries are now available via Uber Eats nationwide in the U.S., a reminder that delivery is reshaping how Canadians shop and compare prices.
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