AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoCanada-U.S. Trade War Escalates: The U.S. has imposed 50% tariffs on about $20B (roughly 5% of Canadian exports) of goods including hockey sticks and tongue depressors after last-ditch talks collapsed. Retaliation Pledge: Prime Minister Mark Carney says Canada will match the tariffs “dollar for dollar,” calling Washington’s last-minute terms “unfair” and “uneconomic,” while USTR Jamieson Greer blames Canada for backing away from commitments. What It Means for Consumers: The dispute threatens higher costs on everyday imports like alcohol, dairy and other targeted products, even if the overall economic hit is expected to be limited. Pet Food Shopping Trend: Separate from trade news, a guide highlights the rise of dog food delivery services, noting fresh and specialized options as traditional kibble’s market share declines.
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