AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoCanada-EU Pivot: Prime Minister Mark Carney urged Europe and Canada to “ally” to protect markets and rule of law after the EU floated a new “associate member” status—while U.S. President Donald Trump warned it could trigger “very serious tariffs” or a trade halt. Trade Policy Shockwaves: The EU offer comes as Ottawa tries to diversify beyond the U.S., and the fallout is already showing up in business planning and political messaging. Tax Incentives for Investment: Ottawa unveiled a Productivity Mega Deduction at the Canada Investment Summit, expanding accelerated write-offs to more asset types to cut the effective tax rate on new investment. Energy & LNG: Reuters reports Shell-led LNG Canada partners could reach a Phase 2 expansion decision as early as next month, potentially doubling capacity. Markets & Investing: Canadian stocks tracked higher sentiment as oil prices eased and bond-market pressure lifted; multiple dividend and “set-and-forget” stock pieces also circulated. Business & Local Economy: CFIB’s municipal report card highlights cost burden pressures on small businesses, with Mount Pearl ranking best on that metric. Legal Update: An Ontario judge ruled out jail for Frank Stronach, with sentencing expected in December.
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