AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoCanada-U.S. Tariff Escalation: Canada’s retaliatory duties on 700+ U.S. products (up to 50%) are set to start Tuesday, with Ottawa saying there are no trade talks planned over the Labour Day weekend—raising the odds of more U.S. counter-tariffs and fresh pressure on cross-border supply chains. Jobs & Markets: Statistics Canada reported employment fell by about 42,000 in August while unemployment held at 6.4%, and markets slid after the labour data. Michigan Fallout: CBC reports Michigan residents are split on the tariff fight—some blame Ottawa, others say Americans will pay through higher costs and job losses. Agriculture Headwinds: Canadian ag groups warn the tariff shock could hit producers hard, with analysts noting the U.S. is using older trade tools to pressure Canada. Crypto & Privacy Coins: Zcash surged past $1,000 as a spot ETF and a closed SEC probe boosted momentum, while regulators and investors watch how far privacy-coin rules will go. Fuel Tax Relief: Ottawa extended federal fuel excise tax relief, with details to be announced Sept. 8 in Miramichi.
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