AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoAuto Industry: Stellantis will sell its idled Brampton plant to Canadian defence maker Roshel, drawing fierce union criticism and a rebuke from Prime Minister Mark Carney, who called the move a betrayal of workers. Trade and Investment: Ottawa is extending tariff relief for some U.S. imports to 2028, while its new budget proposes $8.8 billion for mining and forestry and extends tax credits for mineral exploration. Financial Ties: Canada and China have agreed to deepen financial cooperation, as China prepares to issue sovereign bonds in Canada. Payments: After years of delays, Canada’s real-time payments rail is live, enabling around-the-clock transfers. Foreign Policy: Ottawa has reimposed sanctions on 11 Iranian entities over alleged links to nuclear and missile programs. Resources: Barrick has filed for a proposed U.S. IPO of its North American gold business, with the share offering and price still to be set.
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