
Wajax to buy Tundra for $99 million
Calgary-based Industrial equipment and services provider
Trump’s threat to close Mexico border stirs fears of economic harm
Move would block incoming shipments of fruits and vegetables, TVs, medical devices and other products.

Donald Trump’s misguided aversion to trade deficits
They’ve helped fuel the United States economy for decades.

North American businesses are bullish on NAFTA prospects: HSBC
But global survey of firms finds executives are concerned about protectionist policies.
Upgrade your technologies to compete in China: HSBC
Plenty of opportunities for Canadian companies but technology is the differentiator.
Eclipse Automation expands Cambridge operations
Facility will house machining, service and software departments to increase operational capacity.
CVTech buys Toronto electrical services provider
$2.7M B.G. High Voltage Systems acquisition extends CVTech’s Ontario reach.
EU-China summit emphasizing greatly increased trade ties
EU’s Barroso says trade between the two has increased exponentially thanks to China’s Wen.

Manufacturing services offer revenue stream
Small and medium manufacturers that add services to their product offerings can enjoy higher profit margins and other benefits, says a Conference Board of Canada report.

Canada is not so global after all
Canada’s global trade presence may not be all it’s cracked up to be, according to a Conference Board of Canada study.