Canada Trade Surplus Shrinks as Carney Seeks US Deal

Canada's trade surplus fell to $769 million in July as exports to the United States declined, partly due to lower gold exports. Prime Minister Carney said the U.S. failed to give assurances on tariff levels, but he remains open to a trade pact if auto and steel terms are competitive. He added that Canada is ready for a deal that benefits both countries. Meanwhile, Saab is intensifying its pitch to sell Gripen fighter jets to Canada.