Canadian bank fronting a cross-border push in trade talks
Canada and the United States have resumed intensive talks to avert steep US tariffs that could take effect this week. Ottawa has offered concessions, including removing a retaliatory auto tariff, while Washington has pressed provinces to lift bans on US alcohol and pushed demands on market access and content rules for autos. Negotiators are still finalising details.
Patti Poppe, CEO of PG&E, has urged California politicians to avoid actions that could hurt the utility’s stock value, as the company faces scrutiny amid policy debates and a difficult market environment. Executives say the stakes are high for reliability, affordability, and investor confidence.