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Markets were mixed on renewed US-Canada trade tensions: US steelmakers rose on reduced Canadian competition, while automakers such as Ford, Stellantis, and GM faced potential production and margin pressures; the Canadian dollar fell up to 0.7% signaling investor concerns about broader economic impact if retaliation escalates, though the moves are currently sector-specific and markets expect risk to be contained for now.
The Winnipeg Jets are facing familiar challenges that led to the original team's relocation in 1996, including financial struggles, attendance issues, and the impact of the fluctuating Canadian dollar. The team's current arena, Canada Life Centre, has a modest capacity and declining attendance figures, posing a significant obstacle to their survival. Despite the implementation of a salary-cap system and revenue-sharing provisions, the Jets are grappling with similar problems from the past, raising concerns about their long-term viability in the NHL.