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Here are five key things investors need to know to start the trading day.
Brace for a New USMCA Trade Fight With Canada and Mexico
The Trump administration is signaling tougher USMCA talks—and companies tied to North American supply chains could face months of volatility.
Trump-Led Trade Deal Review Poses ‘Important Risk' to Outlook, Bank of Canada Minutes Say
Senior Bank of Canada policymakers identified the pending U.S.-led review of the existing North American trade treaty as an “important risk” to the economic outlook, according to minutes.
The Bank of Canada kept its policy rate unchanged at 2.25% for the second straight time, and warned that the level of uncertainty stemming from U.S. trade policy and geopolitical risks has ramped up
Officials said they are unable to predict the timing and direction of the central bank's next rate move.
Bank of Canada maintains rate at 2.25%, as growth stalls in Q4 while trade and geopolitical risks remain high
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Carney says Canada not pursuing free trade deal with China as Trump threatens 100% tariffs
Carney's remarks come after U.S. President Donald Trump threatened to slap a 100% tariff on Canadian exports if Ottawa "makes a deal" with China. On Jan. 16, China and Canada came to an agreement that saw both sides lower tariffs on some exports.
Trump threatens Canada with 100% tariff over China trade deal
Donald Trump has threatened to impose a 100% tariff on goods imported from Canada over its proposed trade deal with China.
Canada Swings to Goods-Trade Deficit of C$583 Million in October
Canada's trade balance deteriorated slightly in October, swinging the country to an eighth deficit in the first 10 months of last year.
Canada Swings to Modest Goods-Trade Surplus in September
Canada logged its first trade surplus in eight months in September as exports rebounded and domestic demand showed signs of softening.
Canada's Carney expected to meet Trump at World Cup draw amid stalled trade talks
Canadian PM Mark Carney expected to meet President Donald Trump at FIFA World Cup draw amid stalled trade talks and ongoing tariff tensions affecting Canada's GDP.
Canada's GDP rebounds in Q3, led by stronger trade balance
Canada's economy returned to growth in the third quarter of 2025, with real gross domestic product up 0.6% compared to new data released by Statistics Canada on Friday. The increase follows a 0.5% decline in the previous quarter and reflects a rebound driven primarily by trade and higher government capital spending.
Mexico and Canada Stocks Are Through the Roof. What Trade War?
Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum has sweet-talked U.S. President Donald Trump while Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has used tougher talk. Both markets have outperformed.
