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In an age of uncertainty, discover valuable analysis on current market activity, political, economic and social trends, and potential risks that could affect your business.

Check out EDC’s 2025 cleantech report

Canada’s clean technology sector is scaling fast—and going global. Our expert-backed report, Canada’s cleantech future: Scalable, profitable, essential, explores how innovations in solar, EV batteries and electrification are driving the global energy transition.

Cross-border M&A under U.S. economic and trade uncertainty

Explore Canada’s overlooked export—cross‑border M&A—and what U.S. uncertainty means for growth and diversification.

Canada’s mining industry 2025: Gold and copper insights

From gold’s safe-haven surge to copper’s critical role in the low-carbon economy, discover how Canada’s mineral sector is powering through volatility with insights from the 2025 PDAC.

The Commodity Tracker

Commodity prices can impact exporting, global trade and your business, so it’s important to be prepared for the challenges ahead.

Global Financial Markets

Get currency exchange rates, stock market indexes and government bond spreads on more than 50 countries, including Indo-Pacific, Latin America, the Middle East and Africa.

Top 10 global risks for Canadian exporters in 2026

From recession fears to failed CUSMA talks and trade war risks, our Top 10 global risks show what to watch in 2026—and why it matters for your business.

Fragile growth and trade uncertainty in 2026

Fragile growth, tariff whiplash and political flashpoints will define 2026—deputy chief economist Ross Prusakowski maps the risks and how Canadian exporters can navigate them.