A record-breaking government shutdown, an unpredictable batch of first-time congressional Democrats and an intensifying U.S. presidential campaign cycle are muddying the path to ratification for the new NAFTA — with some observers questioning whether the deal will even make it to a vote this year.
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Corrosion-Resistant Steel Sheet, Notice of Final Determination
February 8, 2019
On January 22, 2019, the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA), pursuant to paragraph 41(1)(b) of the Special Import Measures Act (SIMA) made a final determination of dumping of certain corrosion-resistant steel sheet from the People’s Republic of China (China), the Separate Customs Territory of Taiwan, Penghu, Kinmen and Matsu (Chinese Taipei), the Republic of India (India) and the Republic of
IMF cuts forecast for 2019 growth in Canada, world
February 8, 2019
The International Monetary Fund has cut its forecast for world economic growth this year, citing heightened trade tensions and rising U.S. interest rates.
The IMF said Monday that it expects global growth this year of 3.5 per cent, down from 3.7 per cent in 2018 and from the 3.7 per cent it had forecast for 2019 back in October...
Global supply, production and distribution chain activities, 2017
February 8, 2019
In 2017, nearly 1 in 10 firms in the wholesale and manufacturing sectors purchased goods abroad and sold them 'as-is' in foreign markets without the goods physically entering Canada.
Canada’s growth zone
February 8, 2019
A growth up-shift is underway. Really? Many think the exact opposite – novices and professionals alike see momentum in the global economy going the other way. The numbers seem to agree: perceptions are getting dimmer, GDP is losing oomph, and certain leading indicators aren’t reassuring. So, is the up-shift just a Canadian thing, or is it just a pipe dream?