AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoCanada-U.S. Tariff War: Ottawa’s retaliatory tariffs on about $20B of U.S. goods took effect Tuesday (15%, 25% and 50% rates), hitting items like steel, dairy, appliances, cosmetics and farm equipment, as the broader trade fight with President Trump escalates. Middle East Oil Shock: Oil stayed near $100 as Iran said it’s close to an Oman deal for Strait of Hormuz shipping, even after U.S. strikes on Iranian tankers and renewed U.S.-Iran tit-for-tat attacks raised disruption fears. Falklands Legal Fight: Argentina filed a criminal complaint targeting companies including Canada’s JHI Associates over alleged unauthorized Falklands-area drilling, escalating sovereignty and resource-control tensions. Energy Transition Markets: New market reports project biodiesel growth to $101.35B by 2035 on mandates and refinery conversions, while cryogenic equipment demand is forecast to nearly double by 2035 amid LNG and hydrogen buildouts. Climate & Water Stress: BC salmon are showing signs of drought-linked harm, with the Salmon River’s warming and irrigation pressures raising concerns for chinook survival. Renewables & Grid: BC Hydro and FortisBC are promoting expanded free home energy upgrades, as the home battery debate continues over repair and sizing tradeoffs.
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