AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoShell’s Canadian Expansion: Shell reported US$10.8 billion in third-quarter adjusted earnings and confirmed a final investment decision on LNG Canada Phase 2, alongside a US$5-billion share buyback. Federal Oversight: Auditor General Karen Hogan is set to report on federal efforts to cut greenhouse gas emissions and advance a thermal-coal export ban. Oil Exports: The Commons voted down a Conservative bid to repeal the B.C. North Coast tanker ban, while Alberta urged Ottawa to lift it and open Prince Rupert to crude exports. Upstream Deals: Ovintiv agreed to buy Logan Energy for $890 million, as Canada’s largest oil and gas driller prepares for a busy winter. Power Demand: Alberta’s regulator approved a power plant for an Edmonton-area data centre. Energy Costs: The Bank of Canada raised its key rate to 2.5%, citing persistent inflation and warning further hikes may be needed.
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