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Macro Economy•11 July 2026•
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Canada’s Economy Shows Resilience with Strong Q2 Growth and Stable U.S. Trade Ties

Key Facts

1Canada’s economy experienced a significant pop in April and likely grew again in May.
2The July 1st CUSMA extension deadline passed with the status quo remaining regarding U.S. tariffs on Canada.

Canada’s economic rebound is providing a critical signal for monetary policy as the economy experienced a significant pop in April with expectations of continued growth in May. According to analyst reports, this momentum suggests a robust performance for the second quarter. Furthermore, the July 1st CUSMA extension deadline passed with the status quo remaining regarding U.S. tariffs on Canada, ensuring a predictable environment for cross-border trade.

This positive momentum is supported by market data from July 7, 2026, which showed Canada’s trade balance reaching a surplus of 4.24 billion, significantly higher than the forecasted 2.9 billion. In contrast, the U.S. trade deficit widened to 77.6 billion during the same period. Additionally, the Canadian Ivey PMI recorded a strong reading of 59.7, indicating sustained expansion in business activity compared to previous months.

Traders should closely monitor the upcoming Bank of Canada (BoC) Business Outlook Survey for further insights into corporate confidence and investment intentions.