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Canada's Strategic Leverage in US Trade Disputes

Canada's Strategic Leverage in US Trade Disputes

Aug 25, 2026 · Catherine Wells

Canada, which exports approximately 70% of its goods to the United States, holds significant economic leverage in any trade conflict with its southern neighbor.

US Auto Tariffs Set to Double Amid Trade Dispute

US Auto Tariffs Set to Double Amid Trade Dispute

Aug 24, 2026 · Robert Ashton

The United States is set to impose a 50% tariff on all Canadian cars and trucks, automotive parts, and steel starting January 1, 2027, following the collapse of

Fed and Treasury Credibility Under Fire

Fed and Treasury Credibility Under Fire

Aug 24, 2026 · Catherine Wells

The US Federal Reserve and Treasury are facing a crisis of confidence as market anxiety reaches a boiling point. This week has been particularly tumultuous for

Trade War Fears Haunt Canadian and US Businesses

Trade War Fears Haunt Canadian and US Businesses

Aug 24, 2026 · Naomi Okonkwo

Canadian and US businesses are bracing themselves for a potential trade war, with many fearing that their livelihoods will be severely impacted. The uncertainty