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US-Canada trade talks 'intense' as new tariff deadline looms

UK · 2026-08-18

Key takeaway

Intense US-Canada trade negotiations aim to avert 50% tariffs on $20bn Canadian imports.

  1. Step 1 · The triggerUS-Canada trade negotiations aim to avoid new tariffs on Canadian imports.
  2. Step 2 · Knock-onImposition of tariffs would increase costs for Canadian exporters, leading to higher prices for UK SMEs sourcing Canadian goods.
  3. Step 3 · Reaches youUS industries, particularly steel and dairy, may benefit from reduced competition, impacting UK SMEs reliant on these sectors.

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Source: BBC News — Business

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