AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoFederal Budget Watch: Ottawa posted a $5.1B deficit for April-to-July 2026, with revenue up but program spending rising, according to the monthly fiscal monitor. Banking & Markets: The S&P/TSX slipped in late-morning trading while the Canadian dollar held near 70.71 US¢, as oil and tech weighed on sentiment. Retirement Cashflow: CPP and OAS payments are hitting bank accounts this Friday, with amounts tied to eligibility and contribution history. Bank of Canada Outlook: Manulife is calling for a rate hike next month as inflation pressures build, while other coverage highlights ongoing debate over where rates go next. Airports & Privatization Debate: Regina’s MP Michael Kram warns the federal for-profit airport model could mean higher costs for travellers, pushing for transparency. Labour Code Tension: Proposed changes under Bill C-39 raise concerns for Prince Rupert longshore workers, with the ILWU saying strike rights could be weakened. Investor/IPO Mood: Data-centre IPO plans face tougher scrutiny, with one operator’s path to listing described as still possible but more selective. UN Settlements List: The UN added 61 companies to its blacklist tied to illegal Israeli settlements, including firms with Canadian links. ETF Education Push: Fidelity Canada is running a free ETF pop-up in Montreal to help investors learn the basics and get started.
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