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Canada’s Auto Industry Is Split on a U.S. Tariff Deal: What It Means for Your Wallet

  Canadian Money Brief • Tariffs & Trade • Saturday, November 14, 2026 Ottawa is once again trying to land a tariff deal with Washington. This time, the biggest fight may be inside Canada's own auto industry, and the outcome could reach your paycheque, your car purchase and your savings. Canada's auto manufacturers agree on the goal: get U.S. tariffs on Canadian-built vehicles down. They do not agree on how fast to move or what to accept. According to a Globe and Mail report published overnight, the Detroit Three (Ford, GM and Stellantis) want a deal sooner rather than later, even an imperfect one, while Honda and Toyota are pushing Ottawa toward a very different design. It matters now because of the clock. Canadian-built vehicles already face a 25% U.S. tariff on their non-American content, and Washington has threatened to double the headline rate to 50% on January 1, 2027. Honda has warned that doubling would be catastrophic for the North American industry. Prime Minister...

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S&P/TSX Composite Index Surges: Canadian Markets Rally Alongside U.S. Stocks

 

In a robust trading session, the S&P/TSX composite index soared by nearly 200 points on Wednesday, fueled by broad-based strength across various sectors. Simultaneously, U.S. markets also experienced gains, with the Dow Jones industrial average leading the charge.

Key Highlights:

  1. Canadian Surge: The S&P/TSX composite index closed up 194.56 points at 22,107.08, reflecting the bullish sentiment in the Canadian market. Notably, base metals and industrials played a pivotal role in driving this upward trajectory.

  2. U.S. Market Momentum: Across the border, U.S. markets followed suit. The Dow Jones industrial average surged by 477.75 points, reaching 39,760.08. Meanwhile, the S&P 500 index climbed 44.91 points to 5,248.49, and the Nasdaq composite gained 83.82 points, closing at 16,399.52.

  3. Currency and Commodities: The Canadian dollar traded at 73.60 cents U.S., slightly lower than the previous day. Crude oil prices dipped, with the May contract down 27 cents at US$81.35 per barrel. Natural gas also saw a decline, with the May contract down seven cents at US$1.72 per mmBTU. On the other hand, gold prices rose, with the June contract up US$13.50 at US$2,212.70 per ounce, while copper remained steady at US$4 per pound.

This bullish momentum reflects investor optimism and economic resilience, even amidst global uncertainties. As we move forward, market participants will closely monitor developments and continue to assess the impact of various factors on stock performance.


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