From NAFTA to CUSMA: A brief history of trade and tariffs
From NAFTA to CUSMA, tariffs and trade spats are not new to Canada and the U.S. But what exactly is the current trade treaty between the two countries - and what may be next?
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Tariffs, trade and policy shifts: What affects currency exchange rates
While it’s still unclear how a possible trade war between the U.S. and Canada will play out, any tariff imposed by Canada’s biggest trading partner will impact the loonie. But that’s not the only factor that affects currency exchange rates.
Commentary: U.S.-Canada spreads widen as hunger for risk remains – what’s been happening in the bond market
In the fourth quarter of 2024, the spread between U.S. and Canadian government bond yields widened while corporate bonds saw tighter spreads. Here are the highlights of Canso Investment Counsel's latest quarterly commentary.
Understanding the Bank of Canada’s key interest rate
The Bank of Canada’s key interest rate is the main tool it has for managing monetary policy. By raising or lowering the key interest rate, the central bank helps guide unemployment levels, consumer spending and the valuation of the Canadian dollar. It’s also crucial for keeping inflation in check.
Commentary: Market highs, inflation worries, and Trump’s bold economic moves
What’s fueling market highs, inflation worries, and Trump’s bold economic moves? Our latest recap of January 2025 Canso Market Observer dives into the latest trends shaping the Canadian and U.S. economies and what they mean for investors.
Most watched of 2024
From scandals, bigger scandals and fundamental financial concepts explained – check out the most watched of 2024 on our video page, and pack in a little extra learning before the year ends.
