While political and corporate interest in reshoring US manufacturing grows, significant infrastructure, skills, and economic barriers remain. The reality is more complex than simple relocation.
Canada’s economy contracted 0.3% in August with minimal Q3 growth expected. The data reveals concerning trends across goods-producing and service sectors, suggesting deeper economic headwinds ahead.
Small business sales surged in the third quarter as buyers raced to complete deals before political uncertainties could disrupt the market. Transactions increased 8% year-over-year despite declining median sale prices, with service and retail sectors leading the growth.
Despite ongoing tariff tensions and political volatility, the small business acquisition market demonstrated remarkable resilience during the third quarter, according to industry reports. Buyers and sellers reportedly pushed forward with transactions ahead of potential market disruptions, including the government shutdown that would later freeze critical loan approvals.
