📈 Canada Strikes Back (Gently) on Tariffs
This week, investor focus shifted from speculation to strategy. Canada’s announcement to adjust counter-tariffs on U.S. goods adds a fresh twist to the ongoing trade story. Meanwhile, a spotlight shines on strategic mining: from Greenland greenlighting molybdenum production to Stillwater and Yukon copper plays mobilizing drill rigs, the race for critical minerals is gaining steam.
Markets Watch the Tariff Clock as Mining Momentum Builds
This week, investor focus shifted from speculation to strategy. Canada’s announcement to adjust counter-tariffs on U.S. goods adds a fresh twist to the ongoing trade story. Meanwhile, a spotlight shines on strategic mining: from Greenland greenlighting molybdenum production to Stillwater and Yukon copper plays mobilizing drill rigs, the race for critical minerals is gaining steam.
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Canada Strikes Back (Gently) on Tariffs
What happened: Canada is preparing to adjust its counter-tariffs against the U.S. on July 21, according to Finance Minister Mark Carney. The move is in response to the revived U.S. tariffs under former President Trump’s trade agenda, which have put pressure on key Canadian exports.
Catch-up: Earlier this year, Washington slapped sweeping tariffs on everything from electric vehicles to aluminum—measures that disrupted cross-border supply chains and stirred up political tensions. While Ottawa had already introduced some retaliatory measures, Carney’s new plan signals a more targeted approach aimed at minimizing domestic blowback while still sending a message.
Why it matters: Trade friction with the U.S. is nothing new, but Carney’s response reflects a strategic balancing act. Canada wants to defend its industries without triggering an all-out trade war, especially as inflation cools and economic momentum begins to return. For investors, it’s a reminder to keep an eye on sectors like autos, steel, and agriculture as policy shifts take shape.
Inspiration Energy (CSE: ISP, WKN: A40GPX, OTC Pink: ISPNF) launches drilling on a trend linked to a major find, targeting well-defined zones with early-stage potential.
Greenland’s Green Light for Critical Metals
Greenland is cracking the door open for critical minerals development and Canadian miners are walking through.
Toronto-based Greenland Resources just received an exploitation license for its Malmbjerg molybdenum project in eastern Greenland, marking a major milestone for both the company and the region. The metal is used in everything from clean energy tech to military equipment, and its importance in North American supply chains is only growing.
Why it matters:
The move signals Greenland’s readiness to support strategic resource development — a significant shift after years of regulatory delays. For Canada, it opens new pathways for securing supply of an increasingly vital metal at a time when geopolitical pressure is pushing countries to diversify away from Chinese-controlled sources.
Big picture:
With global demand for clean tech minerals set to surge, mining-friendly jurisdictions like Greenland are gaining attention. As governments focus on reshoring and resource independence, projects like Malmbjerg could play a pivotal role in powering the next chapter of industrial growth.
As silver prices reach a ten-year high, Kootenay Silver (TSX.V: KTN, OTC: KOOYF) stands out with one of the largest junior-owned silver resources and a new high-grade discovery in Mexico.
📢 This Week's Selected Company News:
Liberty Gold Announces AGM Results and Leadership Changes
Under Cal Everett’s 8 years of successful guidance, Liberty Gold (TSX: LGD; OTCQX: LGDTF) is now recognized as a major player in the US Great Basin oxide gold developer space, with a bright future ahead. Cal is now retiring from his role at Liberty and moving into the recently announced spin out entity, Specialty American Metals as nonexecutive director. Dr. Jon Gilligan moves from current President and COO to President, CEO and Director role, marking a pivotal point in Liberty’s evolution as they transition from a successful explorer to a developer of U.S. oxide gold assets.
BMO Bolsters Wealth Business with $625M Burgundy Acquisition
BMO Financial Group is making a major play in the wealth management space with its acquisition of independent asset manager Burgundy Asset Management for approximately $625 million in shares. The deal brings Burgundy’s $23 billion in assets under management into BMO’s fold, enhancing its offering for high-net-worth and institutional clients. BMO says the acquisition aligns with its growth strategy and deepens its position in the active asset management arena.
CyberCatch Announces Acceptance in NVIDIA Inception Program
CyberCatch Holdings (TSXV: CYBE, OTCQB: CYBHF), a leader in AI-powered cybersecurity, has been accepted into the NVIDIA Inception Program. The program will support CyberCatch’s work in developing advanced agentic AI and quantum-resilient cybersecurity solutions, helping to accelerate innovation across its patented, SaaS-based cyber risk mitigation platform as the company scales.
Stillwater Critical Minerals Mobilizes Drill Rigs to Stillwater West Critical Minerals Project in Montana, USA
Stillwater Critical Minerals (TSX.V: PGE, OTCQB: PGEZF) has officially mobilized drill rigs to its flagship Stillwater West project in Montana, signaling the start of its 2025 exploration campaign. The program will focus on high-priority nickel, copper, cobalt, and platinum group element targets as global demand for critical minerals accelerates. With a growing focus on securing North American supply chains for the clean energy transition, Stillwater’s progress could play a pivotal role in reshaping domestic resource independence.
