January 24: President Trump announced on social media that he will impose a 100% tariff on all Canadian goods if Canada makes a trade deal with China. Trump’s post comes after Canadian officials announced a trade resolution with China on certain tariff issues, and Prime Minister Mark Carney’s speech at the World Economic Forum last week.

Experts expect moderate growth in the U.S. economy and in job growth, while there are varying predictions on this year’s monetary policy decisions.

Strong demand and supply constraints push copper and aluminum prices higher, while steel and PVC markets face new dynamics.