Country: CA | Published: 2026-09-24
Canadian markets continue to navigate a choppy mix of trade and political headlines, with USMCA uncertainty weighing on sentiment and tariff-related polls keeping cross-border tens
Canadian markets continue to navigate a choppy mix of trade and political headlines, with USMCA uncertainty weighing on sentiment and tariff-related polls keeping cross-border tensions in focus. On the corporate side, Volkswagen's two-year delay for its St. Thomas battery plant adds a cautionary note for Ontario's EV ambitions, while Japan's appetite for Canadian energy offers a bright spot for that sector. The narrative remains dominated by trade diversification efforts, including talks with Vietnam and Europe, with no clear domestic price direction emerging yet.