Canada's Economy Roars Back at 3.3% — But the Trade War Wall Looms

Canada's economy exploded with 3.3% annualized growth in Q2, the fastest quarterly expansion since 2023, catching almost everyone off guard. Crucially, Statistics Canada revised Q1 from a -0.1% contraction to +0.3% growth, officially erasing the recession narrative that had spooked markets earlier this year. The rebound was powered by a 3.6% jump in exports — led by a dramatic rebound in auto production after two sluggish quarters — alongside a **2.3% surge in...