While oil and gas companies have voiced support and even enthusiasm for the administration’s “drill baby drill” policies, the Dallas Fed’s energy survey for the first quarter reflects a different perspective. … READ MORE >
energy
Buy Canadian movement offers opportunities amid heightened emotions
The Buy Canadian movement may be more than a reactionary fad amid U.S. tariffs. The increased awareness of domestic options could shift behaviours in the long run—but being aware of its limitations is critical. … READ MORE >
6 key energy industry takeaways from CERAWeek
No longer an industry of its own, energy is increasingly an ecosystem with complex interdependencies. … READ MORE >
Calm before the storm: Canada’s CPI rises as tax break ends
Canada’s consumer price index for February saw a sizeable uptick—but the increase was just the calm before a broader economic storm. … READ MORE >
Another delay in U.S. tariffs—what does this mean for Canada?
U.S. tariffs on some Canadian goods were delayed, again, in a familiar-yet-concerning development in the ongoing trade dispute. This latest pause, which is in place until April 2, applies to tariffs on goods covered under the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA). Canada’s economic outlook remains clouded as tariff threats hang over … … READ MORE >
U.S. tariffs promise volatility, recession for Canada
Canada’s economic landscape is set to change dramatically as U.S. tariffs take effect. A recession is anticipated this year if all measures remain in place. … READ MORE >
Canada’s economy surged last quarter, but U.S. tariff threats cloud 2025 forecast
Canada’s economy showed promising growth in the last quarter of 2024 and is poised to have a robust 2025—provided U.S. tariffs don’t take effect. … READ MORE >
Supply chain issues limit growth among major data center hyperscalers
Supply chain constraints are limiting revenue growth among the largest U.S. data center developers—known as hyperscalers—and threatening the United States’ progress in artificial intelligence innovation, according to recent company earnings calls. … READ MORE >
Even with pause, Trump’s tariffs and Canada’s response establish volatile new economic reality
While a reprieve on tariffs may be welcomed, the back-and-forth between the U.S. and Canada laid bare Canada’s economic vulnerability amid ongoing political volatility. … READ MORE >
Tariffs would fray Canada-U.S. ties in energy and auto manufacturing
Although a blanket tariff by the U.S. on all Canadian imports is unlikely to materialize in the first half of 2025, there is still cause for concern as selective U.S. tariffs are possible and would be disruptive to both countries’ economies. To illustrate this, look at energy and auto manufacturing — Canada’s industries with the highest exports to the U.S. … READ MORE >