AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoU.S.-Canada Trade Shock: The U.S. moved to impose new 50% tariffs on a wide range of Canadian goods, with Carney and premiers pushing for faster talks and Canada cancelling the Gordie Howe Bridge opening ceremony as the fallout hits sectors like autos, alcohol and dairy. Retail Watch: StatCan says Canadian retail sales rose 1% in May to $73.7B, with spending broadening beyond gasoline, while Desjardins notes volumes also edged up. Consumer Staples Investing: BNN Bloomberg highlights defensive growth ideas in Canada-facing staples—Walmart, Costco and Philip Morris—amid tariff uncertainty and cautious shoppers. Food & Safety: Health Canada issued a recall for a RAINS 450 mL stainless steel tumbler due to a burn hazard from a detachable lid. Local Enforcement: DFO ran a Vancouver Island roadside inspection blitz after Chinook conservation rules lifted, targeting recreational fishers hauling boats and coolers. Industry Moves: Systemair acquired Temspec in Mississauga to expand decentralized HVAC for schools and multi-storey buildings. Funding for Agri-Food: Ottawa renewed Quebec’s Fisheries Fund with CAD 50M over five years and also backed Saskatchewan ag innovation with $10M for projects. Store Experience: Bath & Body Works is rolling out refreshed store layouts in the U.S. and Canada to make shopping easier and more consistent.
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