Saskatchewan to Impose 50% Retaliatory Tariff on U.S. Alcohol from Sept. 8
Saskatchewan will impose a 50% retaliatory tariff on U. S. alcoholic beverages starting September 8, announced by Premier Scott Moe on August 26 in response to escalating trade tensions. The move supports Prime Minister Mark Carney's counter-tariffs on over 700 U. goods. Sales of U. alcohol in the province have plunged 40%.
The Canadian province of Saskatchewan will impose a 50% retaliatory tariff on alcoholic beverages imported from the United States, effective September 8. The decision, announced by Premier Scott Moe on August 26, is a response to the escalating trade dispute between the United States and Canada.
Premier Moe expressed support for Prime Minister Mark Carney's counter-tariffs on more than 700 U. S. products. Data show that sales of U. alcohol in Saskatchewan have plummeted by 40%. Earlier, the White House announced on July 20 that it would impose 50% tariffs on a range of Canadian goods, including wine, hockey sticks, and cement, with the measure taking effect at midnight Eastern Time on August 22.
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The event has a measured impact on 1 industry. The strongest current signal is neutral for Alcoholic Beverages, with intensity 30/100 and 60% confidence over a short term horizon.
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