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Canada's economy is set to slow down even with a NAFTA deal, economists say

September 20, 2018

Much has been said about the importance of a trade deal with the U.S. for the Canadian economy, as officials from both sides of the border continue to try to hash out a new agreement.

But, even if a new NAFTA deal is reached, it will not prevent the Canadian economy from slowing down from the robust growth it has seen recently, economists said.

The U.S. International Trade Commission's The Year in Trade 2017 Report

September 13, 2018

The USITC's The Year in Trade is one of the U.S. government's most comprehensive reports available regarding activities related to U.S. trade policies, agreements, and trade laws.

U.S., Mexico said to reach NAFTA deal as Canada keeps waiting

September 13, 2018

Donald Trump has signed off on a bilateral agreement with Mexico to revamp the North American Free Trade Agreement, according to three people familiar with the matter, and the president will make a trade announcement shortly...

Bank of Canada governor has eye on NAFTA talks as he weighs when to raise rates

September 13, 2018

Bank of Canada governor Stephen Poloz says he still sees rate hikes ahead for Canada as the U.S. tightens its monetary policy, but a lot depends on economic data over the coming months and the outcome of NAFTA talks.

Trump announces U.S.-Mexico trade deal to replace NAFTA, says Canada can be part of it

September 13, 2018

U.S. President Donald Trump announced a new trade agreement with Mexico Monday that he says will replace the North American Free Trade Agreement.

Will Canada can be part of it? "We'll see," Trump said, suggesting that if Canada is prepared to negotiate fairly it should be simple. He said the U.S. would put automotive tariffs on Canadian imports if talks don't succeed.

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