AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoEU/UK Settlement Sanctions: The UK says it’s banning trade tied to illegal Israeli settlements and targeting specific companies and individuals; France says it will end trade with settlements too, joining a growing coalition that includes Canada. Canada-US Trade & Media/Marketing Fallout: As new U.S. tariffs hit Canadian goods (and Canada counters), the broader message is getting louder: higher costs, more uncertainty, and pressure on brands and retailers. Investment Summit Push: Prime Minister Mark Carney’s Toronto summit is pitching about CAN$1T in deals to global investors as Canada tries to offset the trade war. Housing Watch: CREA reports August home sales down 0.7% month-over-month, with mortgage-rate headwinds dampening momentum. Retail/Ad Buzz: Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days returns Oct. 6–7 with member-only promos—another reminder of how fast Canadian marketing calendars are shifting. Tech/Ed Engagement: Wooclap buys Vevox to build a bigger active-learning platform for live training. Brand Comeback: Maple Leaf Foods brings back Yves Veggie Cuisine products after acquiring the trademark. Sports Social Media: Kawhi Leonard’s Raptors return dominates headlines as the Clippers’ social posts (or lack of them) spark chatter. EU Kids Act: The EU moves toward stricter rules on children’s social media access, with “safe by design” requirements.
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