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Last‑minute push to seal US‑Canada trade pact before tariffs kick in
business5 days ago

Last‑minute push to seal US‑Canada trade pact before tariffs kick in

The U.S. and Canada are racing to finalize a trade deal before a 12:01 a.m. ET Saturday deadline to avert 50% tariffs on about $20 billion of Canadian imports, after an eleventh-hour delay by Trump. Talks in Washington involve top Canadian negotiators and U.S. officials, with Metals tariffs on steel, aluminum, and lumber remaining a sticking point and potential concessions on autos and a revived Keystone XL pipeline on the table. A final agreement had not been reached as of now.

Last-minute deal stalls 50% tariffs on Canadian goods
politics-and-government7 days ago

Last-minute deal stalls 50% tariffs on Canadian goods

President Trump paused 50% tariffs on Canadian goods for three days after a last-minute deal with Canada, with details pending and a midnight deadline; talks centered on concessions around autos, dairy, and wines, but the macro impact may be limited since only a small share of Canadian exports would be affected, and the outcome could influence USMCA renegotiations.

Late-night deal freezes 50% Canada tariffs, hints Keystone XL revival
business7 days ago

Late-night deal freezes 50% Canada tariffs, hints Keystone XL revival

The US and Canada reached a last-minute agreement to suspend 50% tariffs on about $20.2 billion of Canadian exports until August 22, subject to final documents, easing fears of a trade conflict; Trump tied the pause to a possible revival of the Keystone XL pipeline, while Canada’s Mark Carney said substantial progress has been made but more work remains.

Canada Pitches Fresh US Trade Proposals, Warns of Turbulence
world2 months ago

Canada Pitches Fresh US Trade Proposals, Warns of Turbulence

Canada unveiled fresh, detailed trade proposals to the US aimed at renewing USMCA for another 16 years and strengthening North American competitiveness, while cautioning that negotiations may still be turbulent. After a Washington meeting with US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer, Dominic LeBlanc emphasized Canada’s focus on forced-labor rules and autos policy and said talks will continue in coming days, even as the US proposes tariffs on about 60 partners that would exempt USMCA-compliant Canada shipments. Mexico has already begun bilateral talks, and Ottawa says the deal can be extended if it benefits all three nations.

sports5 months ago

Ravens nix Crosby trade, triggering league-wide fallout

Baltimore called off a blockbuster swap for Maxx Crosby after he failed a physical, stunning the NFL and drawing sharp questions from Raiders officials and other executives. Crosby, recovering from a left knee meniscus tear, would have netted the Ravens two first-round picks, but the deal is voided and Crosby returns to Vegas, forcing both teams to reassess cap space and future moves. The fallout raises questions about medical risk in trades and whether the Ravens could face repercussions, with Trey Hendrickson viewed as a likely fallback and the Cowboys not expected to re-enter the Crosby pursuit.

Trump Secures Rare Earth Mineral Deal Amid China Export Delays
world9 months ago

Trump Secures Rare Earth Mineral Deal Amid China Export Delays

During his first meeting with Xi Jinping since January, Trump claimed a win for the US by securing a one-year pause on China's new export controls for critical minerals, but the deal mainly benefits China and reflects China's stronger bargaining position, with ongoing concerns about the impact on industries reliant on rare earths and the broader US-China trade relationship.