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Honda Reaffirms Commitment to Canadian Auto Production Amid Tariff Concerns

Honda Canada has firmly denied reports suggesting it plans to shift car production from Ontario to the United States. The speculation arose from a Japanese news outlet's claim that Honda was considering relocating some of its manufacturing operations due to recent U.S. auto tariffs. However, Ontario Premier Doug Ford and federal officials have dismissed these claims as inaccurate. Honda Canada has assured that its Alliston, Ontario facility will continue to operate at full capacity, with no changes being considered at this time. The company remains committed to its Canadian operations, emphasizing that nearly 70% of Honda vehicles sold in Canada are manufactured domestically. Additionally, Honda is actively working on its North American electric vehicle strategy, which includes a $15 billion investment in Ontario to develop a full EV supply chain. Despite ongoing tariff challenges, Honda has reiterated its confidence in the Canadian market and its ability to navigate evolving trade...
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Stock Markets Today: North American markets close higher



The Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) 300 Composite Index closed at 20,290.41, up by 1.32% or 265.27 points from the previous close. The S&P/TSX 60 Index rose by 1.37% or 16.38 points to close at 1,214.77The S&P/TSX Venture Composite Index increased by 0.93% or 5.43 points to close at 588.15.

The TSX 300 Composite Index’s gain was driven by the rise in energy and financial stocks, which were up by 2.4% and 1.7%, respectively. The increase in oil prices due to the hurricane Ida’s impact on oil production in the Gulf of Mexico was one of the reasons for the rise in energy stocks. The financial sector’s rise was due to the Bank of Montreal’s announcement of a dividend increase and share buyback program.

In the US, the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) closed at 35,335.71, up by 0.37%, while the S&P 500 index closed at 4,486.23, up by 0.10% 3. The Nasdaq Composite index closed at 15,235.73, down by 0.17% .





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