Tariff Truce and Tightening Signals: Global Trade Faces a Critical Week

Global trade pivoted on a dime Wednesday as US President Donald Trump pulled back from imposing 50% tariffs on Canadian goods just hours before they were set to hit, citing "substantial progress" in negotiations. The three-day reprieve gives Washington and Ottawa a narrow window to finalize a deal that could halve duties on steel and aluminum. Meanwhile, the Federal Reserve released minutes revealing many officials believe interest rate hikes may be...