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Posted March 14, 2019
Stock futures dropped on news that despite claims of progress in talks by both sides, a hoped-for summit at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago resort will now take place at the end of next month, if it happens at all. Continue Reading
Posted March 14, 2019
EU lawmakers failed to pass a resolution supporting the launch of trade negotiations with the U.S. on removing tariffs for industrial goods, increasing the odds of tensions with Washington escalating. Continue Reading
Posted March 13, 2019
Under Economic Issues, International Trade Issues, Other Government Departments-Agencies
The USTR told lawmakers this week he’s still looking for a “sweet spot” when it comes to a practical solution Canada and Mexico will accept but that doesn’t compromise protections for U.S. producers. Continue Reading
Posted March 06, 2019
With the U.S. showing little appetite for escalating its trade war and pressure mounting from investors to reach a deal of some kind, some are concerned it will be a fairly weak bargain that China won’t abide by. Continue Reading
Posted March 06, 2019
Under Economic Issues, International Trade Issues, Other Government Departments-Agencies
Acknowledging a sharper-than-expected economic slowdown, the Bank of Canada left its benchmark rate unchanged at 1.75% while noting “increased uncertainty” about the timing of any future hikes. Continue Reading
Posted March 04, 2019
Reports suggest the two sides are closing in on a trade deal that would see China lower tariffs on US-made goods including agricultural products, chemicals and cars in exchange for sanctions relief. Continue Reading
