Market set prices for business
Canada goods producing sector jobs as % of total jobs has decreased since the Liberals took office in 2015
Liberals impose new small business tax rules (Passive Income and Income Sprinkling)
Government set policies like environment laws, labour laws, trade/investment, taxation
Canada new C69 will drag out approval for resource projects by years.
It is not one policy that drives FDI, but many policies
FDI has left Canada for other jurisdiction due to taxes and regulatory processes - http://business.financialpost.com/commodities/energy/canadian-drillers-moving-rigs-south-to-chase-better-prospects-in-texas-oilfields
Canada personal taxation rates have been increased over the past few years.
Here is a review of key areas facing Canada and the world. Canada along with its provinces will require to work together as part of moving Canada's economy and public sector beyond 2020 into the future.
The document provides an overview of technologies and issues related to supporting the technology sector in Canada. It discusses the top 7 amazing technologies of 2017 including robotics, IoT sensors, 3D medical implants, internet access as a basic right, car sharing, phone implants, and AI in manufacturing. It also lists the top technologies for 2019, fastest growing Canadian companies, characteristics of fast growing companies, and policies that could support technology companies. Challenges facing Canada include sluggish economic growth, lagging adoption of technologies like AI, and the potential for a brain drain.
Economic and Fiscal Scorecard| The United States| June 2021 and July 2021paul young cpa, cga
Blog – Canada – Economic and Fiscal Scorecard – June 2021 and July 2021
1. Inflation - https://www.bnnbloomberg.ca/inflation-expectations-spike-to-record-at-canadian-businesses-1.1644394
2. The Mfg. plan, should is based on four pillars – workforce, innovation, exports, and a net-zero strategy https://www.canadianmanufacturing.com/manufacturing/cme-manufacturers-call-for-a-concrete-plan-on-economic-recovery-272714/ You would think good-paying jobs would be Trudeau's focus, right? Nope attacking Harper is the focus. https://www.slideshare.net/paulyoungcga/manufacturing-canada-june-2021
3. https://www.nationalnewswatch.com/2021/08/30/food-processors-want-action-from-the-next-federal-government/#.YSzGdN8pDQx If food processors want better policies, then they should not be voting for either @theJagmeetSingh or @JustinTrudeau as all they know how to do is tax and spend! https://www.slideshare.net/paulyoungcga/agriculture-and-farm-equipment-sector-july-2021@CPC_HQ
4. Job vacancies - https://thoughtleadership.rbc.com/are-sky-high-job-vacancies-in-canada-around-for-a-while/
5. Circular economy - https://www.hilltimes.com/2021/08/25/canada-and-the-nordic-countries-are-allies-in-transitioning-to-a-circular-economy-envoys/312761
6. Housing - https://betterdwelling.com/canadian-housing-affordability-got-worse-under-trudeau-but-did-he-do-the-worst/
7. USA and Canada Trade - https://www.hilltimes.com/2021/08/30/reliance-on-u-s-remains-a-threat-to-canadian-economy/314006
8. Climate change - https://www.corporateknights.com/responsible-investing/why-are-canadian-pensions-risking-our-future-by-funding-fossil-fuel-expansion/
9. International support - https://www.international.gc.ca/gac-amc/publications/odaaa-lrmado/report-rapport-18-19.aspx?lang=eng
10. Infrastructure - https://www.hilltimes.com/2021/08/25/transportation-infrastructure-key-for-canadas-economic-recovery/313242
Canada| Economic and Fiscal Scorecard| October 2021 and September 2021paul young cpa, cga
Blog – Canada – Economic Scorecard for October 2021 and September 2021
a) GDP grew at 5.3% annual pace in the 3Q21 - https://www.bnnbloomberg.ca/statistics-canada-says-gdp-grew-at-5-4-annual-rate-in-q3-1.1688906
b) Wages expected to rise by 2.7% in 2022 - https://www.benefitscanada.com/news/bencan/survey-says-wages-set-to-rise-2-7-in-2022-as-inflation-hits-new-high/
c) Food bank - https://www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/article-nearly-600000-people-accessed-ontario-food-banks-last-year-report-2/
d) Micro housing promoted by CMHC - https://www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/article-nearly-600000-people-accessed-ontario-food-banks-last-year-report-2/
e) Food costs - https://www.marketscreener.com/news/latest/Food-commodity-markets-Stable-with-considerable-upside-price-risks--37157673/
f) Fertilizer - https://theeagle.com/landandlivestockpost/fertilizer-prices-continue-record-climb/article_50b1886e-432b-11ec-b19f-bfb24750ac08.html
g) Commodities - https://www.bloomberg.com/markets/commodities
h) GDP growth has been led by government spending and housing. The goods-producing sector continues to struggle with growth. Real gross domestic product (GDP) edged up 0.1% in September, as declines largely concentrated in manufacturing, construction and retail trade were more than offset by broad-based expansions in services-producing industries as well as in mining, quarrying and oil and gas extraction. https://www150.statcan.gc.ca/n1/daily-quotidien/211130/dq211130b-eng.htm
i) TSX - https://www.reuters.com/markets/europe/tsx-opens-higher-energy-stocks-jump-stronger-crude-2021-11-29/
This document provides an agenda and overview for a presentation on the "New Normal for Canada and the World" given by Paul Young CPA CGA on February 12, 2021. The agenda covers topics such as GDP, the stock market, household debt, farm incomes, government stimulus, re-opening plans for provinces, healthcare issues, reforms to organizations like the WHO and more. It also includes summaries and sources for additional information on many of these topics. The document aims to outline major economic and public policy issues facing Canada in light of the pandemic.
Market set prices for business
Canada goods producing sector jobs as % of total jobs has decreased since the Liberals took office in 2015
Liberals impose new small business tax rules (Passive Income and Income Sprinkling)
Government set policies like environment laws, labour laws, trade/investment, taxation
Canada new C69 will drag out approval for resource projects by years.
It is not one policy that drives FDI, but many policies
FDI has left Canada for other jurisdiction due to taxes and regulatory processes - http://business.financialpost.com/commodities/energy/canadian-drillers-moving-rigs-south-to-chase-better-prospects-in-texas-oilfields
Canada personal taxation rates have been increased over the past few years.
Here is a review of key areas facing Canada and the world. Canada along with its provinces will require to work together as part of moving Canada's economy and public sector beyond 2020 into the future.
The document provides an overview of technologies and issues related to supporting the technology sector in Canada. It discusses the top 7 amazing technologies of 2017 including robotics, IoT sensors, 3D medical implants, internet access as a basic right, car sharing, phone implants, and AI in manufacturing. It also lists the top technologies for 2019, fastest growing Canadian companies, characteristics of fast growing companies, and policies that could support technology companies. Challenges facing Canada include sluggish economic growth, lagging adoption of technologies like AI, and the potential for a brain drain.
Economic and Fiscal Scorecard| The United States| June 2021 and July 2021paul young cpa, cga
Blog – Canada – Economic and Fiscal Scorecard – June 2021 and July 2021
1. Inflation - https://www.bnnbloomberg.ca/inflation-expectations-spike-to-record-at-canadian-businesses-1.1644394
2. The Mfg. plan, should is based on four pillars – workforce, innovation, exports, and a net-zero strategy https://www.canadianmanufacturing.com/manufacturing/cme-manufacturers-call-for-a-concrete-plan-on-economic-recovery-272714/ You would think good-paying jobs would be Trudeau's focus, right? Nope attacking Harper is the focus. https://www.slideshare.net/paulyoungcga/manufacturing-canada-june-2021
3. https://www.nationalnewswatch.com/2021/08/30/food-processors-want-action-from-the-next-federal-government/#.YSzGdN8pDQx If food processors want better policies, then they should not be voting for either @theJagmeetSingh or @JustinTrudeau as all they know how to do is tax and spend! https://www.slideshare.net/paulyoungcga/agriculture-and-farm-equipment-sector-july-2021@CPC_HQ
4. Job vacancies - https://thoughtleadership.rbc.com/are-sky-high-job-vacancies-in-canada-around-for-a-while/
5. Circular economy - https://www.hilltimes.com/2021/08/25/canada-and-the-nordic-countries-are-allies-in-transitioning-to-a-circular-economy-envoys/312761
6. Housing - https://betterdwelling.com/canadian-housing-affordability-got-worse-under-trudeau-but-did-he-do-the-worst/
7. USA and Canada Trade - https://www.hilltimes.com/2021/08/30/reliance-on-u-s-remains-a-threat-to-canadian-economy/314006
8. Climate change - https://www.corporateknights.com/responsible-investing/why-are-canadian-pensions-risking-our-future-by-funding-fossil-fuel-expansion/
9. International support - https://www.international.gc.ca/gac-amc/publications/odaaa-lrmado/report-rapport-18-19.aspx?lang=eng
10. Infrastructure - https://www.hilltimes.com/2021/08/25/transportation-infrastructure-key-for-canadas-economic-recovery/313242
Canada| Economic and Fiscal Scorecard| October 2021 and September 2021paul young cpa, cga
Blog – Canada – Economic Scorecard for October 2021 and September 2021
a) GDP grew at 5.3% annual pace in the 3Q21 - https://www.bnnbloomberg.ca/statistics-canada-says-gdp-grew-at-5-4-annual-rate-in-q3-1.1688906
b) Wages expected to rise by 2.7% in 2022 - https://www.benefitscanada.com/news/bencan/survey-says-wages-set-to-rise-2-7-in-2022-as-inflation-hits-new-high/
c) Food bank - https://www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/article-nearly-600000-people-accessed-ontario-food-banks-last-year-report-2/
d) Micro housing promoted by CMHC - https://www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/article-nearly-600000-people-accessed-ontario-food-banks-last-year-report-2/
e) Food costs - https://www.marketscreener.com/news/latest/Food-commodity-markets-Stable-with-considerable-upside-price-risks--37157673/
f) Fertilizer - https://theeagle.com/landandlivestockpost/fertilizer-prices-continue-record-climb/article_50b1886e-432b-11ec-b19f-bfb24750ac08.html
g) Commodities - https://www.bloomberg.com/markets/commodities
h) GDP growth has been led by government spending and housing. The goods-producing sector continues to struggle with growth. Real gross domestic product (GDP) edged up 0.1% in September, as declines largely concentrated in manufacturing, construction and retail trade were more than offset by broad-based expansions in services-producing industries as well as in mining, quarrying and oil and gas extraction. https://www150.statcan.gc.ca/n1/daily-quotidien/211130/dq211130b-eng.htm
i) TSX - https://www.reuters.com/markets/europe/tsx-opens-higher-energy-stocks-jump-stronger-crude-2021-11-29/
This document provides an agenda and overview for a presentation on the "New Normal for Canada and the World" given by Paul Young CPA CGA on February 12, 2021. The agenda covers topics such as GDP, the stock market, household debt, farm incomes, government stimulus, re-opening plans for provinces, healthcare issues, reforms to organizations like the WHO and more. It also includes summaries and sources for additional information on many of these topics. The document aims to outline major economic and public policy issues facing Canada in light of the pandemic.
Geopolitical Events| Vaccines and COVID19| Canada and the World| April 16, 2021paul young cpa, cga
Blog – Geopolitical Events and Risks – COVID19 – Canada and the World
1. Small and medium-size businesses - https://etradeforall.org/news/the-effects-of-the-covid-19-pandemic-on-small-businesses-and-global-value-chains/
2. https://www.ctvnews.ca/health/coronavirus/why-doctors-advocates-are-calling-for-permanent-paid-sick-days-for-canadian-workers-1.5384530 - EI and other programs would have to be revamped to handle sick leave - https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/ei/ei-sickness.html
3. Inflation is growing - https://www.bnnbloomberg.ca/60-of-canadians-worried-about-inflation-in-2021-cibc-1.1541942
4. Mental health and lock downs - https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-northern-ireland-56736593
5. Israel continues to open up - https://www.india.com/travel/articles/despite-surge-in-covid19-cases-israel-to-start-welcoming-international-tourists-in-may-know-details-4589583/
6. GDP risks - https://www2.deloitte.com/us/en/insights/economy/global-economic-outlook/weekly-update.html
7. China is about to hit 19% GDP growth - https://www.reuters.com/article/us-china-economy-gdp-poll-idUSKBN2C20Q0
8. Climate change and G20 - https://www.ndtv.com/india-news/ahead-of-g20-india-slams-linking-climate-issues-to-economic-recovery-2412211
9. Automation / https://venturebeat.com/2021/04/11/automation-is-expanding-how-worried-should-we-be-about-jobs/
10. Bankruptcies - https://www.benefitspro.com/2021/04/14/corporate-bankruptcies-hit-precipitous-high-in-march-412-114629/?slreturn=20210317084133
This document provides an agenda and slides for a presentation on the "New Normal for Canada and the World" given by Paul Young CPA CGA on February 8, 2021. The presentation covers topics such as GDP, the stock market, household debt, farm incomes, government stimulus, re-opening plans by provinces, healthcare reforms, and reforming international organizations like the WHO. It analyzes economic and financial data to discuss changes and challenges for Canada and globally as countries adapt to conditions brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic. Contact information is provided for Paul Young.
Paul Young is a CPA and CGA who is an expert in various areas including risk management, business process change, and emerging technology. In this document, he outlines his background and then provides an agenda on the natural gas market and industry. The agenda covers topics like the natural gas market outlook, top exporters of natural gas, LNG markets and exports, natural gas reserves, and the role of natural gas in power generation. He concludes by discussing what needs to be done going forward such as streamlining regulations to support the natural gas industry in Canada.
Summary:
Farm incomes continue to be strong.
AG equipment sales had a banner year in 2021.
More and more farmers will continue to adopt expert farming and sustainable practices when it comes to managing their crop yields.
Agriculture subsidies continue to be a focus area as countries look to expand their AG exports.
1. Crop yields – http://geographical.co.uk/people/development/item/4253-adapt-to-survive
2. Crop insurance and Expert farming - https://www.agri-pulse.com/articles/16975-direct-checks-expected-to-ignite-cover-crop-surge-crop-insurance-may-play-role-too
3. Vertical farming - https://www.hortweek.com/pioneers-shaping-future-vertical-farming/fresh-produce/article/1737366
4. Ag subsidies - https://www.oxfordmartin.ox.ac.uk/blog/meat-and-dairy-gobble-up-farming-subsidies/
5. Trade - https://www.wattagnet.com/articles/44271-now-is-the-time-to-pursue-us-africa-agriculture-trade?v=preview
6. Trade - https://www.livemint.com/news/world/india-to-remove-longstanding-barrier-to-agricultural-trade-say-us-officials-11641858901225.html
7. Food costs - https://www.citizen-times.com/story/news/local/2022/01/13/rising-food-costs-2022-groceries-restaurants-farmers-department-agriculture/9184619002/
8. Inflation - https://ca.movies.yahoo.com/december-inflation-sees-fastest-price-152424665.html
9. Farm income - https://katv.com/news/local/farm-incomes-on-the-rise-fryar-center-predicts-trend-to-continue-in-20
10. Outlook - https://upstreamaginsights.substack.com/p/2022-upstream-ag-insights-outlook or https://www.agriculture.com/news/business/2021-was-a-year-unlike-any-other-for-farm-machinery
11. Automation - https://www.gmpresswire.com/agricultural-robots-market-outlook-by-opportunity-and-demand-analysis-forecast-2026/
12. Fertilizer - https://www.realagriculture.com/2017/12/vervaets-slurry-spreader-features-nir-for-precise-nitrogen-application/
COVID19| Race to Vaccine and Expediting Testing| June 2020paul young cpa, cga
This document provides an overview of the global race to develop a COVID-19 vaccine and testing capabilities. It profiles several pharmaceutical and biotech companies working on vaccine candidates, including CanSino, Symvivo, Novavax, CureVac, Generex, Vaxart, Medicago, Takis, and Altimmune. It also discusses testing kits, global testing capacity, and partnerships to support vaccine development efforts. Major players like the Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations are funding many of these companies to accelerate clinical trials and manufacturing.
Has Justin Trudeau been Open, Transparent, and Accountable to Canada?paul young cpa, cga
The document discusses whether the Liberal government in Canada has been open, transparent and accountable. It presents an agenda with over 80 topics related to allegations of a lack of transparency by the Liberal government. Some key examples discussed include failures in access to information, changes to fiscal reporting that provided less information, multiple ethics violations by Liberal cabinet ministers, and a lack of openness related to the SNC-Lavalin scandal. The document argues the Liberal government has not lived up to its promise of being more open and transparent than previous governments.
Geopolitical Events| Vaccines Distribution| Canada| April 23, 2021paul young cpa, cga
Blog – Geopolitical Risks – COVID19
1. Israel is leading the world in terms of vaccinations - https://www.israelhayom.com/2021/04/19/in-another-sign-of-economic-recovery-deficit-drops-to-12-of-gdp/
2. Vaccines vs. new variants - https://www.healthline.com/health-news/covid-19-vaccines-are-still-effective-amid-rising-number-of-variants
3. https://vdata.nikkei.com/en/newsgraphics/coronavirus-vaccine-status/ - Canada has the contracts in terms of vaccinations - https://vdata.nikkei.com/en/newsgraphics/coronavirus-vaccine-status/. However, the problem has been with getting the vaccines - https://www.reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/moderna-ceo-says-world-faces-2022-covid-vaccine-production-surplus-2021-04-23/
4. Jobs are not coming back - https://mises.org/wire/jobless-recovery-coming-europe
5. GDP risks - https://www.swissre.com/media/news-releases/nr-20210422-economics-of-climate-change-risks.html
6. Small businesses and global supply chain - https://covid19.etradeforall.org/news/the-effects-of-the-covid-19-pandemic-on-small-businesses-and-global-value-chains/
7. Global ESG reporting standards are coming - https://www.fastcompany.com/90627951/5-things-you-need-to-know-about-the-future-of-esg-reporting or https://ibm.box.com/s/vmyitcackqevvm1hcxv7wke6gudrpnce
8. Rise of inflation - https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbesbusinesscouncil/2021/04/20/how-global-inflation-will-affect-businesses-and-how-they-can-prepare/?sh=2acd31e43754
9. More automation - https://cio.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/corporate-news/48-of-businesses-to-increase-robotic-process-automation-study/77253416
10. Housing - https://time.com/5953380/climate-housing-crisis/ or https://financialpost.com/news/economy/the-housing-boom-central-banks-and-the-inflation-conundrum-2
Wages and Job Vacancies (Job Quality) - Canada - October 2021 paul young cpa, cga
Blog – Job Quality and Wages – Canada – October 2021
Wages are becoming stagnant
Public sector jobs continue to outpace private sector job growth
Goods-producing continues to lags other sectors in terms of job growth
1. Wages - https://financialpost.com/news/economy/immigrant-influx-is-stunting-wage-growth-in-canadian-recovery
2. Skills gaps - https://www.wellandtribune.ca/ts/news/canada/2021/11/25/ontario-wants-young-people-to-help-fix-trades-labour-shortage.html
3. College grads - https://www.bnnbloomberg.ca/new-college-grads-are-making-gains-in-employment-and-wages-during-pandemic-1.1677685
4. Automation - https://www.mindstick.com/news/945/automation-is-future-robotisation-is-conqueror-of-modern-employment
5. Automation and fiscal policy - https://ceo-na.com/opinion/sharing-the-gains-of-automation-the-role-of-fiscal-policy/
6. Jobs in demand - https://financialpost.com/personal-finance/business-essentials/coding-is-one-of-the-most-in-demand-and-highest-paying-jobs-in-canada
7. Jobs in demand - https://www.slice.ca/10-canadian-careers-thatll-be-in-demand-in-2020-and-after/
8. Inflation - https://www.theglobeandmail.com/politics/article-opposition-grills-trudeau-on-inflation-housing-as-economic-issues-top/
9. Public sector - https://theorca.ca/resident-pod/public-sector-booming-or-ballooning/
10. Digital adoption - https://hbr.org/2021/11/3-tactics-to-accelerate-a-digital-transformation or https://www.techradar.com/features/accelerated-digital-adoption-brings-a-new-role-for-tech-leaders
This document provides an overview of the economic outlook for Canada post-pandemic, covering topics such as GDP, government stimulus, household debt, job losses, farm incomes, trade, and healthcare. It argues that governments will need reform, including stronger fiscal and crisis management. Automation and transforming industries are also discussed as ways to boost economic recovery. Concerns around China's influence and lack of transparency during the pandemic are raised.
Ontario Liberals - Kathleen Wynne and Dalton McGuinty era - January 2018paul young cpa, cga
Ontario GDP will grow at pace of 1.8 to 2.3% for the next decade or so.
Ontario has spending a problem - https://www.fraserinstitute.org/studies/spending-is-the-source-of-ontarios-deficit-and-debt-problem
Moodys has downgraded bonds and put Ontario on watch (http://www.metronews.ca/news/canada/2015/02/23/ontario-has-a-serious-spending-problem-finds-credit-report.html)
Budget watchdog also doubts Ontario will balance the budget - http://business.financialpost.com/news/economy/ontario-watchdog-says-balanced-budget-unlikely-for-several-years-despite-liberals-pledge
Healthcare professionals are saying the system is max (https://cupe.ca/1000-hospital-staff-travel-great-distances-kingston-rally-end-funding-freeze-choking-ontario
Ontario has issues with delivery of precious tax dollars to programs like healthcare, education, etc.
Hydro rates are schedule to go up after 2019 - https://globalnews.ca/news/3827189/hydro-ontario-plan-cost/
This document provides a summary of retail sales data in Canada for September 2021. It includes the following key points:
- Retail sales figures for Canada by segment and province for September 2021, with a comparison to USA retail sales trends.
- Discussion of factors influencing retail sales such as gasoline prices, consumer spending patterns, and e-commerce trends in Canada and globally.
- Issues currently facing the retail industry in Canada including the impact of the pandemic, expectations of customers, technology changes, and workforce challenges.
The document discusses how countries can best re-shore their supply chains. It identifies key products and industries that would benefit from re-shoring, including medical supplies, pharmaceuticals, strategic metals, oil, natural gas, and food processing. For each industry, it outlines next steps governments could take to strengthen domestic supply chains through policies around procurement, funding, regulation, trade, and technology adoption. Overall, the document argues that governments need to prioritize developing their goods-producing sectors and embrace technology to support economic growth and fair trade.
How to reshore Supply Chain and build a resilient Supply Chainpaul young cpa, cga
Summary:
Food costs in Canada and around the world are at 40 years high
Trudeau has invoked the emergency act to quell the trucker uprising. Trudeau did little to resolve issues with other protests when they impacted the supply chain. https://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-60381096
Canada supply chain has struggle with port capacity, warehouse capacity, rail capacity, higher taxes, and excessive regulations as part of getting goods out of the ground to market.
Canada continues with federal mandates on COVID restrictions while countries around the world continue to lift the restrictions. https://www.dw.com/en/covid-digest-netherlands-to-lift-coronavirus-restrictions/a-60780006 or https://www.cnbc.com/2022/02/11/european-countries-scrap-covid-rules-despite-warnings-its-too-soon.html
1. Mining Sector / Canada - https://www.mining.com/new-training-program-aims-to-tackle-labour-shortage-break-barriers-in-canadian-mining/
2. Mining / Chile - https://breachmedia.ca/chile-in-the-crosshairs-of-a-canadian-resource-rush/
3. Oil output – https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/oil-prices-soar-us-drillers-scramble-find-sand-fracking-2022-02-15/
4. Intermodal - https://www.freightwaves.com/news/csx-norfolk-southern-tout-intermodal-investments-in-south-midwest
5. Warehousing - https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/industry-news/property-report/article-suburban-office-teardowns-make-way-for-industrial-warehouses/
6. eCommerce and Canada - https://www.emarketer.com/content/canada-s-ecommerce-sales-reach-nearly-80-billion-2022
7. Farming and Food - https://www.eatingwell.com/longform/7945845/who-will-farm-our-future/
8. Food - https://www.producer.com/news/farm-groups-demand-govt-end-border-blockades/
9. Home prices - https://www.bnnbloomberg.ca/new-home-prices-in-canada-jump-most-in-three-years-on-lumber-1.1497034
10. Lumber - https://www.marketplace.org/2022/02/15/lumber-prices-soar-on-hot-demand-and-supply-bottlenecks/
11. Ports - https://www.marketplace.org/2022/02/15/lumber-prices-soar-on-hot-demand-and-supply-bottlenecks/
12. Australia - https://investingnews.com.au/australian-mining-jurisdictions
13. Mining - https://www.miningweekly.com/article/commodity-prices-drive-bhp-profits-up-2022-02-15
14. Manufacturing - https://www.automationmag.com/report-canadian-manufacturing-showed-growth-in-january-2022-despite-challenges/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=report-canadian-manufacturing-showed-growth-in-january-2022-despite-challenges
Geopolitical Events| Vaccines and COVID19| Canada and the World| April 16, 2021paul young cpa, cga
Blog – Geopolitical Events and Risks – COVID19 – Canada and the World
1. Small and medium-size businesses - https://etradeforall.org/news/the-effects-of-the-covid-19-pandemic-on-small-businesses-and-global-value-chains/
2. https://www.ctvnews.ca/health/coronavirus/why-doctors-advocates-are-calling-for-permanent-paid-sick-days-for-canadian-workers-1.5384530 - EI and other programs would have to be revamped to handle sick leave - https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/ei/ei-sickness.html
3. Inflation is growing - https://www.bnnbloomberg.ca/60-of-canadians-worried-about-inflation-in-2021-cibc-1.1541942
4. Mental health and lock downs - https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-northern-ireland-56736593
5. Israel continues to open up - https://www.india.com/travel/articles/despite-surge-in-covid19-cases-israel-to-start-welcoming-international-tourists-in-may-know-details-4589583/
6. GDP risks - https://www2.deloitte.com/us/en/insights/economy/global-economic-outlook/weekly-update.html
7. China is about to hit 19% GDP growth - https://www.reuters.com/article/us-china-economy-gdp-poll-idUSKBN2C20Q0
8. Climate change and G20 - https://www.ndtv.com/india-news/ahead-of-g20-india-slams-linking-climate-issues-to-economic-recovery-2412211
9. Automation / https://venturebeat.com/2021/04/11/automation-is-expanding-how-worried-should-we-be-about-jobs/
10. Bankruptcies - https://www.benefitspro.com/2021/04/14/corporate-bankruptcies-hit-precipitous-high-in-march-412-114629/?slreturn=20210317084133
This document provides an agenda and slides for a presentation on the "New Normal for Canada and the World" given by Paul Young CPA CGA on February 8, 2021. The presentation covers topics such as GDP, the stock market, household debt, farm incomes, government stimulus, re-opening plans by provinces, healthcare reforms, and reforming international organizations like the WHO. It analyzes economic and financial data to discuss changes and challenges for Canada and globally as countries adapt to conditions brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic. Contact information is provided for Paul Young.
Paul Young is a CPA and CGA who is an expert in various areas including risk management, business process change, and emerging technology. In this document, he outlines his background and then provides an agenda on the natural gas market and industry. The agenda covers topics like the natural gas market outlook, top exporters of natural gas, LNG markets and exports, natural gas reserves, and the role of natural gas in power generation. He concludes by discussing what needs to be done going forward such as streamlining regulations to support the natural gas industry in Canada.
Summary:
Farm incomes continue to be strong.
AG equipment sales had a banner year in 2021.
More and more farmers will continue to adopt expert farming and sustainable practices when it comes to managing their crop yields.
Agriculture subsidies continue to be a focus area as countries look to expand their AG exports.
1. Crop yields – http://geographical.co.uk/people/development/item/4253-adapt-to-survive
2. Crop insurance and Expert farming - https://www.agri-pulse.com/articles/16975-direct-checks-expected-to-ignite-cover-crop-surge-crop-insurance-may-play-role-too
3. Vertical farming - https://www.hortweek.com/pioneers-shaping-future-vertical-farming/fresh-produce/article/1737366
4. Ag subsidies - https://www.oxfordmartin.ox.ac.uk/blog/meat-and-dairy-gobble-up-farming-subsidies/
5. Trade - https://www.wattagnet.com/articles/44271-now-is-the-time-to-pursue-us-africa-agriculture-trade?v=preview
6. Trade - https://www.livemint.com/news/world/india-to-remove-longstanding-barrier-to-agricultural-trade-say-us-officials-11641858901225.html
7. Food costs - https://www.citizen-times.com/story/news/local/2022/01/13/rising-food-costs-2022-groceries-restaurants-farmers-department-agriculture/9184619002/
8. Inflation - https://ca.movies.yahoo.com/december-inflation-sees-fastest-price-152424665.html
9. Farm income - https://katv.com/news/local/farm-incomes-on-the-rise-fryar-center-predicts-trend-to-continue-in-20
10. Outlook - https://upstreamaginsights.substack.com/p/2022-upstream-ag-insights-outlook or https://www.agriculture.com/news/business/2021-was-a-year-unlike-any-other-for-farm-machinery
11. Automation - https://www.gmpresswire.com/agricultural-robots-market-outlook-by-opportunity-and-demand-analysis-forecast-2026/
12. Fertilizer - https://www.realagriculture.com/2017/12/vervaets-slurry-spreader-features-nir-for-precise-nitrogen-application/
COVID19| Race to Vaccine and Expediting Testing| June 2020paul young cpa, cga
This document provides an overview of the global race to develop a COVID-19 vaccine and testing capabilities. It profiles several pharmaceutical and biotech companies working on vaccine candidates, including CanSino, Symvivo, Novavax, CureVac, Generex, Vaxart, Medicago, Takis, and Altimmune. It also discusses testing kits, global testing capacity, and partnerships to support vaccine development efforts. Major players like the Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations are funding many of these companies to accelerate clinical trials and manufacturing.
Has Justin Trudeau been Open, Transparent, and Accountable to Canada?paul young cpa, cga
The document discusses whether the Liberal government in Canada has been open, transparent and accountable. It presents an agenda with over 80 topics related to allegations of a lack of transparency by the Liberal government. Some key examples discussed include failures in access to information, changes to fiscal reporting that provided less information, multiple ethics violations by Liberal cabinet ministers, and a lack of openness related to the SNC-Lavalin scandal. The document argues the Liberal government has not lived up to its promise of being more open and transparent than previous governments.
Geopolitical Events| Vaccines Distribution| Canada| April 23, 2021paul young cpa, cga
Blog – Geopolitical Risks – COVID19
1. Israel is leading the world in terms of vaccinations - https://www.israelhayom.com/2021/04/19/in-another-sign-of-economic-recovery-deficit-drops-to-12-of-gdp/
2. Vaccines vs. new variants - https://www.healthline.com/health-news/covid-19-vaccines-are-still-effective-amid-rising-number-of-variants
3. https://vdata.nikkei.com/en/newsgraphics/coronavirus-vaccine-status/ - Canada has the contracts in terms of vaccinations - https://vdata.nikkei.com/en/newsgraphics/coronavirus-vaccine-status/. However, the problem has been with getting the vaccines - https://www.reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/moderna-ceo-says-world-faces-2022-covid-vaccine-production-surplus-2021-04-23/
4. Jobs are not coming back - https://mises.org/wire/jobless-recovery-coming-europe
5. GDP risks - https://www.swissre.com/media/news-releases/nr-20210422-economics-of-climate-change-risks.html
6. Small businesses and global supply chain - https://covid19.etradeforall.org/news/the-effects-of-the-covid-19-pandemic-on-small-businesses-and-global-value-chains/
7. Global ESG reporting standards are coming - https://www.fastcompany.com/90627951/5-things-you-need-to-know-about-the-future-of-esg-reporting or https://ibm.box.com/s/vmyitcackqevvm1hcxv7wke6gudrpnce
8. Rise of inflation - https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbesbusinesscouncil/2021/04/20/how-global-inflation-will-affect-businesses-and-how-they-can-prepare/?sh=2acd31e43754
9. More automation - https://cio.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/corporate-news/48-of-businesses-to-increase-robotic-process-automation-study/77253416
10. Housing - https://time.com/5953380/climate-housing-crisis/ or https://financialpost.com/news/economy/the-housing-boom-central-banks-and-the-inflation-conundrum-2
Wages and Job Vacancies (Job Quality) - Canada - October 2021 paul young cpa, cga
Blog – Job Quality and Wages – Canada – October 2021
Wages are becoming stagnant
Public sector jobs continue to outpace private sector job growth
Goods-producing continues to lags other sectors in terms of job growth
1. Wages - https://financialpost.com/news/economy/immigrant-influx-is-stunting-wage-growth-in-canadian-recovery
2. Skills gaps - https://www.wellandtribune.ca/ts/news/canada/2021/11/25/ontario-wants-young-people-to-help-fix-trades-labour-shortage.html
3. College grads - https://www.bnnbloomberg.ca/new-college-grads-are-making-gains-in-employment-and-wages-during-pandemic-1.1677685
4. Automation - https://www.mindstick.com/news/945/automation-is-future-robotisation-is-conqueror-of-modern-employment
5. Automation and fiscal policy - https://ceo-na.com/opinion/sharing-the-gains-of-automation-the-role-of-fiscal-policy/
6. Jobs in demand - https://financialpost.com/personal-finance/business-essentials/coding-is-one-of-the-most-in-demand-and-highest-paying-jobs-in-canada
7. Jobs in demand - https://www.slice.ca/10-canadian-careers-thatll-be-in-demand-in-2020-and-after/
8. Inflation - https://www.theglobeandmail.com/politics/article-opposition-grills-trudeau-on-inflation-housing-as-economic-issues-top/
9. Public sector - https://theorca.ca/resident-pod/public-sector-booming-or-ballooning/
10. Digital adoption - https://hbr.org/2021/11/3-tactics-to-accelerate-a-digital-transformation or https://www.techradar.com/features/accelerated-digital-adoption-brings-a-new-role-for-tech-leaders
This document provides an overview of the economic outlook for Canada post-pandemic, covering topics such as GDP, government stimulus, household debt, job losses, farm incomes, trade, and healthcare. It argues that governments will need reform, including stronger fiscal and crisis management. Automation and transforming industries are also discussed as ways to boost economic recovery. Concerns around China's influence and lack of transparency during the pandemic are raised.
Ontario Liberals - Kathleen Wynne and Dalton McGuinty era - January 2018paul young cpa, cga
Ontario GDP will grow at pace of 1.8 to 2.3% for the next decade or so.
Ontario has spending a problem - https://www.fraserinstitute.org/studies/spending-is-the-source-of-ontarios-deficit-and-debt-problem
Moodys has downgraded bonds and put Ontario on watch (http://www.metronews.ca/news/canada/2015/02/23/ontario-has-a-serious-spending-problem-finds-credit-report.html)
Budget watchdog also doubts Ontario will balance the budget - http://business.financialpost.com/news/economy/ontario-watchdog-says-balanced-budget-unlikely-for-several-years-despite-liberals-pledge
Healthcare professionals are saying the system is max (https://cupe.ca/1000-hospital-staff-travel-great-distances-kingston-rally-end-funding-freeze-choking-ontario
Ontario has issues with delivery of precious tax dollars to programs like healthcare, education, etc.
Hydro rates are schedule to go up after 2019 - https://globalnews.ca/news/3827189/hydro-ontario-plan-cost/
This document provides a summary of retail sales data in Canada for September 2021. It includes the following key points:
- Retail sales figures for Canada by segment and province for September 2021, with a comparison to USA retail sales trends.
- Discussion of factors influencing retail sales such as gasoline prices, consumer spending patterns, and e-commerce trends in Canada and globally.
- Issues currently facing the retail industry in Canada including the impact of the pandemic, expectations of customers, technology changes, and workforce challenges.
The document discusses how countries can best re-shore their supply chains. It identifies key products and industries that would benefit from re-shoring, including medical supplies, pharmaceuticals, strategic metals, oil, natural gas, and food processing. For each industry, it outlines next steps governments could take to strengthen domestic supply chains through policies around procurement, funding, regulation, trade, and technology adoption. Overall, the document argues that governments need to prioritize developing their goods-producing sectors and embrace technology to support economic growth and fair trade.
How to reshore Supply Chain and build a resilient Supply Chainpaul young cpa, cga
Summary:
Food costs in Canada and around the world are at 40 years high
Trudeau has invoked the emergency act to quell the trucker uprising. Trudeau did little to resolve issues with other protests when they impacted the supply chain. https://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-60381096
Canada supply chain has struggle with port capacity, warehouse capacity, rail capacity, higher taxes, and excessive regulations as part of getting goods out of the ground to market.
Canada continues with federal mandates on COVID restrictions while countries around the world continue to lift the restrictions. https://www.dw.com/en/covid-digest-netherlands-to-lift-coronavirus-restrictions/a-60780006 or https://www.cnbc.com/2022/02/11/european-countries-scrap-covid-rules-despite-warnings-its-too-soon.html
1. Mining Sector / Canada - https://www.mining.com/new-training-program-aims-to-tackle-labour-shortage-break-barriers-in-canadian-mining/
2. Mining / Chile - https://breachmedia.ca/chile-in-the-crosshairs-of-a-canadian-resource-rush/
3. Oil output – https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/oil-prices-soar-us-drillers-scramble-find-sand-fracking-2022-02-15/
4. Intermodal - https://www.freightwaves.com/news/csx-norfolk-southern-tout-intermodal-investments-in-south-midwest
5. Warehousing - https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/industry-news/property-report/article-suburban-office-teardowns-make-way-for-industrial-warehouses/
6. eCommerce and Canada - https://www.emarketer.com/content/canada-s-ecommerce-sales-reach-nearly-80-billion-2022
7. Farming and Food - https://www.eatingwell.com/longform/7945845/who-will-farm-our-future/
8. Food - https://www.producer.com/news/farm-groups-demand-govt-end-border-blockades/
9. Home prices - https://www.bnnbloomberg.ca/new-home-prices-in-canada-jump-most-in-three-years-on-lumber-1.1497034
10. Lumber - https://www.marketplace.org/2022/02/15/lumber-prices-soar-on-hot-demand-and-supply-bottlenecks/
11. Ports - https://www.marketplace.org/2022/02/15/lumber-prices-soar-on-hot-demand-and-supply-bottlenecks/
12. Australia - https://investingnews.com.au/australian-mining-jurisdictions
13. Mining - https://www.miningweekly.com/article/commodity-prices-drive-bhp-profits-up-2022-02-15
14. Manufacturing - https://www.automationmag.com/report-canadian-manufacturing-showed-growth-in-january-2022-despite-challenges/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=report-canadian-manufacturing-showed-growth-in-january-2022-despite-challenges
Paul Young is a CPA and subject matter expert in areas like risk management, costing, supply chain management, and emerging technology. The document discusses strategies for re-shoring key supply chains for medical supplies, pharmaceuticals, strategic metals, oil, natural gas, food processing, and relationships with China and the US. It recommends supporting local production and mining of resources, reviewing regulations, and developing multi-country supply chains to reduce single-point dependencies.
How best to Build a Reslient Supply Chain - October 2022.pptxpaul young cpa, cga
Blog – How to build a Resilient Supply Chain – Canada – October 2022
In 2015 is when Justin Trudeau that Canada should be know for its resourcefulness - https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/trudeau-davos-future-look-economy-harper-1.3412182.
Canada natural resources would have been a global leader in areas like Lithium, Nickel, Cobalt, oil, LNG, etc., if Trudeau had focus on the goods-producing sector with balance policies that would protect the environment as well develop natural resources in a sustainable way. Canada could have learned a lesson or two from Australia - https://financialpost.com/diane-francis/diane-francis-canada-need-only-look-to-australia-to-see-how-badly-liberals-have-messed-up
Canada should be a world leader in the development on LNG but the Liberals chose excessive regulations and taxes that have caused issues with FDI for LNG - https://financialpost.com/commodities/energy/oil-gas/lng-canada-second-chance-global-lng-leader-takes-shape. Harper provided policies that would have developed Canada into a LNG giant, but Trudeau decided that was not going to be his focus area - https://financialpost.com/commodities/energy/canada-to-reduce-taxes-for-lng-projects-stephen-harper-says
Railroads have complained about capacity issues to federal government - https://financialpost.com/transportation/rail/a-burning-alberta-bridge-stalls-grain-shipments-showing-the-fragility-of-canadas-supply-chains
Liberals did little to expand ports. Thunder Bay could have been a major transportation hub like other ports including Sydney, NS or Sault Ste. Marie or Churchill, MB - https://financialpost.com/transportation/rail/a-burning-alberta-bridge-stalls-grain-shipments-showing-the-fragility-of-canadas-supply-chains
I have been saying for many years that the federal government was not doing enough to build a resilient supply chain including reshoring of manufacturing jobs, development of natural resources in a sustainable way, support farmers in terms expert/vertical farming while helping to keep a lid on input costs
Trudeau ran on 2015 on making things better for Canadians. It is now seven years later, and Trudeau policies have been nothing but a failure! - https://www.slideshare.net/paulyoungcga/justin-trudeau-era-of-canada-october-2015-to-august-2022pptx
The document discusses strategies for re-shoring supply chains. It recommends diversifying supply sources beyond China through partnerships with local companies in other countries. Companies should consider a "China-plus-one" model to reduce dependence on Chinese suppliers. Governments need to work together on economic development strategies to attract reshoring. Technologies like blockchain can help improve supply chain management and transparency.
How best to Build a Reslient Supply Chain - November 2022.pptxpaul young cpa, cga
Blog – How to build a Resilient Supply Chain – November 2022
Supply chains are still facing many challenges including supply and demand.
Canada is now implementing plan to build a resilient supply chain in Canada
More needs to be done by all levels of government to address issues with competitiveness and productivity
How to Reshore Supply Chain and Build a Resilent Supply Chain .pptxpaul young cpa, cga
Blog – How best to address issues with Supply Chain
The pandemic taught the world a few lessons including too much dependence on China. Countries like Canada need to stop pushing their climate at all cost agenda. There are better ways to phase out fossil fuel over time
Canada also needs to develop a near shoring strategy as part of building a resilient supply chain. This means all governments need to address policies in areas that will support more FDI.
All levels of government, private sector, and Indigenous nations need to refine the process to get goods out of the ground to market! Canada’s natural resources sector can play key role in helping the world transition off fossil fuels.
Paul Young, a CPA and expert in supply chain management, risk management, and emerging technologies, outlines key considerations for re-shoring supply chains. He discusses trends in reshoring for various strategic products and industries, including medical supplies, pharmaceuticals, rare metals, oil, natural gas, food processing, and the impacts of technology disruption and COVID-19. Young emphasizes the need for collaboration between governments and businesses to strengthen domestic supply chains through policies supporting strategic industries, infrastructure, and a skilled workforce.
A household can expect to pay on average $10 to $50 more in terms of heating costs due to carbon tax
https://www.furnaceprices.ca/posts/how-the-new-carbon-tax-will-affect-canadians-heating-cooling-costs/
Natural gas is about 10% of the electricity costs in Canada - https://www.slideshare.net/paulyoungcga/electricity-production-and-distribution-analysis-october-2020
Household costs on average have been rising faster than inflation. Consumer spending drives 2/3 of the economy - https://www.slideshare.net/paulyoungcga/managing-the-household-in-canada-analysis-and-commentary
People will look at options to cost their heating costs like wood-burning stoves or turning down the thermostat.
This document provides an overview of the natural gas market and discusses key topics related to natural gas. It begins with an introduction of the author and their background. The bulk of the document consists of sections discussing topics like the natural gas market outlook, major natural gas exporters, natural gas reserves and generation, Canada's LNG industry, and emerging technologies. It concludes by discussing what further steps may be needed related to natural gas and Canada's natural resources sector policies.
Blog – What is next for Natural Gas
1. Natural Gas futures - https://www.naturalgasintel.com/august-natural-gas-futures-cash-prices-cruise-higher/
2. Are LNG projects dead - https://www.nationalobserver.com/2021/07/23/news/is-lng-industry-dead-end-in-canada
3. Indigenous and LNG - https://financialpost.com/commodities/energy/oil-gas/nisgaa-nation-and-partners-move-ahead-with-lng-project-expected-to-be-worth-55-billion
4. Green transition and Natural Gas - https://www.forbes.com/sites/arielcohen/2021/07/08/how-natural-gas-can-help-fuel-the-green-revolution/?sh=6480e6b3d828
5. Natural Gas - https://www.forbes.com/sites/judeclemente/2021/07/01/as-us-temperatures-spike-so-does-the-need-for-natural-gas/?sh=42687edc2b6b
6. Australia and Natural Gas - https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2021/jul/23/australias-reliance-on-gas-exports-questioned-as-japan-winds-down-fossil-fuel-power
7. Natural Gas - https://totalenergies.com/group/commitment/climate-change/growing-natural-gas
8. Methane - https://www.atco.com/en-ca/about-us/news/2021/122925-atco-to-build-its-first-renewable-natural-gas-production-facilit.html
9. Northern Ontario - https://news.ontario.ca/en/release/1000566/ontario-supports-forestry-and-mining-sectors-in-timmins-cochrane-and-timiskaming-districts
10. BP - https://www.bp.com/en/global/corporate/energy-economics/statistical-review-of-world-energy/natural-gas.html
This document provides an overview of the natural gas market and industry. It discusses key topics like natural gas power generation, major exporters of natural gas, reserves, and the outlook for liquefied natural gas markets. It also examines Canada's natural gas industry and opportunities in liquefied natural gas exports. The document recommends that governments need to support the natural resources sector through policies that streamline regulations and taxes to help the industry expand.
Blog – Natural Gas – What is Next
1. USA and natural gas - https://www.eia.gov/todayinenergy/detail.php?id=48456
2. Natural gas demand - https://www.fxempire.com/forecasts/article/natural-gas-price-fundamental-weekly-forecast-prices-rise-amid-strong-cooling-demand-rising-lng-exports-746427
3. Natural gas supply - https://www.worldoil.com/news/2021/6/25/natural-gas-prices-rally-as-global-shortages-abound
4. ESG - https://www.naturalgasintel.com/esg-concerns-mounting-for-mexicos-pemex-as-natural-gas-flaring-fuel-oil-production-rising/ Blog – Sustainability Reporting – Environmental, Social and Governance Reporting (ESG) https://www.linkedin.com/posts/paul-young-055632b_box-activity-6812657767476809729-krs7
5. Natural gas transition - https://www.spglobal.com/en/research-insights/featured/esg-monthly-june-natural-gas
6. Net zero - https://esgclarity.com/how-the-oil-and-gas-sector-is-evolving-amid-energy-transition/
7. Environment - https://www.sierraclub.org/sierra/lng-exports-bridge-too-far
8. Monitoring - https://www.nasdaq.com/articles/ibm-partners-with-verizon-others-for-enterprise-5g-adoption-2021-06-28
9. Hydrogen - https://financialpost.com/commodities/energy/we-are-making-it-possible-to-use-hydrocarbons-can-hydrogen-extend-albertas-natural-gas
10. Electricity - https://www.thebigq.org/2021/06/22/is-natural-gas-really-cheaper-than-renewable-electricity/
This document provides an overview of the natural gas market and industry. It discusses key topics like natural gas power generation, major exporters, reserves, and LNG markets. It also examines the role of natural gas in Canada, including opportunities for growth in LNG exports. The document argues that governments need policies supporting natural resource development to help fuel economic growth and social programs through taxation.
What's next for Natural Gas (Reserves, Production, Power Generation, and LNG)paul young cpa, cga
This document discusses the future outlook for the natural gas industry. It provides an overview of key natural gas exporters and importers, reserves, and use in power generation. It notes that Canada has significant natural gas resources but has fallen behind other countries in developing LNG export projects due to environmental and policy issues. For Canada to maximize benefits from natural gas, governments need to streamline regulations and support infrastructure projects to access new markets.
Whats next for natural gas - Analysis of Policy - Canada paul young cpa, cga
This document discusses the future outlook for the natural gas industry. It covers topics like the LNG market in China and globally, natural gas reserves and production, the role of natural gas in power generation, Canada's LNG industry, and policy changes needed to support the natural gas sector. The document provides an agenda and sources for further information on each topic. It argues that governments need policies supporting natural resource development through streamlined regulations and taxes in order to strengthen their economies in a post-Covid world.
This document provides an overview and outlook of the natural gas industry. It discusses historical natural gas deliveries and reserves in Canada. It also covers topics like the outlook for natural gas and LNG markets, including opportunities in China. Additional topics examined include the role of natural gas in power generation and Canada's potential to export LNG. The document argues that governments need policies supporting natural resource development through streamlined regulations and tax reforms to help the industry and economy.
This document discusses the future outlook for the natural gas industry. It begins with an overview of the current natural gas market and demand from China for liquefied natural gas (LNG). It then covers topics like natural gas reserves, its use for power generation, and Canada's LNG industry and exports. It argues that governments need policies supporting natural gas development and the goods-producing sector to strengthen their economies in the post-Covid era and realize opportunities in LNG exports.
This document provides an overview and agenda for discussing the future of the natural gas market. It begins with introducing the author Paul Young and his background. The agenda then covers topics like the natural gas market outlook, top exporters of LNG, the role of natural gas in power generation, Canada's LNG industry and reserves. It discusses challenges and opportunities for natural gas given trends like the growth of LNG exports and climate policies influencing the power sector. The document concludes by suggesting areas governments and industry need to focus on to ensure natural gas remains an important part of the energy mix.
Retail Sales and Consumer Spending Analysis and Commentary - July 2023.pptxpaul young cpa, cga
Canadian retail sales dropped 0.3% in August, the first decline since March, as higher interest rates start to impact household budgets. Seven of the nine retail subsectors saw sales increases in July, led by food and beverage retailers, while motor vehicle and parts dealers saw the largest decrease. Excluding autos, retail sales in July rose 1%, double expectations. The report suggests Canadians are tightening spending as more face higher mortgage payments and gas prices due to Bank of Canada rate hikes aimed at slowing inflation.
Addressing issues with the Public Sector Governance Model.pptxpaul young cpa, cga
The key challenges facing Australian business leaders in 2023 include:
1. Talent acquisition, retention and training staff for digital transformation.
2. Implementing successful digital transformation while managing cyber risks.
3. Adapting to changing regulations and reporting requirements.
Health risks from COVID-19, social reputation concerns, and disruptive emerging technologies are also significant social challenges impacting Australian businesses. Over the next 3-5 years, talent management for digitization, cybersecurity, digital transformation, regulatory changes, and identifying new growth opportunities will be the top challenges according to business leaders.
Global Housing Market Analysis and Commentary- September 2023.pptxpaul young cpa, cga
Summary:
Homebuilders are walking a fine line when it comes to new projects as high mortgage rates curb demand.
New residential construction, including single-family homes and multifamily, dropped 11.3% month over month in August to 1.283 million units on a seasonally adjusted basis, according to Census Bureau data released Tuesday. That's down 14.8% compared with a year ago and well below the 1.44 million units economists surveyed by Bloomberg projected.
But authorized residential permits — an indicator of potential future activity — rose 6.9% to 1.543 million permits in August from July. That was still down 2.7% from last August. Single-family permits, though, were up 2% from July to 949,000. Multifamily permits came in at 535,000.
The data reflects two opposing forces builders are trying to balance: the ongoing need for new construction to fill in limited inventory and elevated mortgage rates that are hurting their biggest customer right now, the first-time homebuyer.
"High mortgage rates are clearly taking a toll on builder confidence and consumer demand, as a growing number of buyers are electing to defer a home purchase until long-term rates move lower," Robert Dietz, chief economist of the National Association of Home Builders, said Monday in a press release after builder confidence dropped for the second straight month.
Source: https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/homebuilders-face-a-tough-balancing-act-on-new-construction-amid-high-mortgage-rates-130744368.html
Blog – What is next for the Mining Sector – September 2023
The mining sector provides critical material that support solar, wind, and lithium-ion batteries as part of the green transition. https://www.iea.org/news/critical-minerals-market-sees-unprecedented-growth-as-clean-energy-demand-drives-strong-increase-in-investment
The mining sector products play a key role with the global GDP - https://www.yicaiglobal.com/news/global-mining-industry-value-was-69-of-world-gdp-last-year-china-says
Mining practices need to be sustainable including following all ESG policies - https://www.linkedin.com/advice/1/how-can-you-monitor-sustainable-mining-practices
Other links and sources –
Lithium Supply and Price - https://zbr.com.mx/en/sin-categoria-es/lithium-prices-fall-44-in-china-due-to-lack-of-demand/138168/
Cobalt - https://www.linkedin.com/posts/mahmut-karada%C5%9F-a2b7a5151_china-exportrestrictions-gallium-activity-7082603182589157376-Zrty/?trk=public_profile_like_view
Nickel https://www.eureporter.co/business/2023/09/15/stanislav-kondrashov-from-telf-ag-nickel-prices-outlook-remains-positive/
Iron-ore - https://www.brecorder.com/news/40263584/sgx-iron-ore-set-for-best-week-in-3-months
TD Bank / Metals - https://www.tdsecurities.com/ca/en/setting-the-stage-for-gold-outlook
Biodiversity / Mining - https://worldcrunch.com/green/lithium-green-energy-argentina-indigenous
ESG - https://iriscarbon.com/the-added-value-of-integrated-esg-reporting-a-threefold-framework/
Blog – Manufacturing Shipments and Orders – The United States – August 2023
Summary:
New orders for manufacturing technology in the United States totaled $353.9 million in July 2023, as per the latest report by AMT – The Association For Manufacturing Technology. This figure marked a 12.4% decline from June 2023 but remained only 10.5% lower than July 2022. Year-to-date orders amounted to $2.83 billion, reflecting a 12.7% decrease compared to the same period the previous year.
Douglas K. Woods, President of AMT, noted that July is typically a slower month for manufacturing technology orders, so a slight drop was expected. However, he pointed out a notable trend: over the last two months, the year-to-date order gap has narrowed during historically slow periods. While job shops have seen decreased orders, other industries that benefited from reshoring or government investments have helped fill the gap.
Among specific sectors, job shops, the largest customer segment, placed their lowest total monthly orders since August 2020. In contrast, metal valve manufacturers recorded their third-highest monthly order value on record, last seen in September 2018, making up nearly 5% of the total manufacturing technology order value for July 2023. Manufacturers of motor vehicle transmissions continued to order machinery at an elevated pace. However, the aerospace industry continued to order below its early 2022 peaks, with hopes that recent projects like the federal government's $1.5 billion investment in communications satellites might reverse this trend.
Source: https://www.sme.org/technologies/articles/2023/september/u.s.-manufacturing-technology-orders-dip-in-july-but-show-resilience-amid-economic-uncertainty
Stock Market Analysis and Commentary for WE September 15 2023.pptxpaul young cpa, cga
Blog – Analysis and Commentary – Stock Market – WE September 15 2023
Summary:
Stocks fell Friday as investors wrap up a volatile week ahead of the Federal Reserve's policy meeting.
The Dow Jones Industrials tumbled 288.87 points to close out Friday and the week at 34,618.24. At its lows, it completely wiped out Thursday's 332-point rally.
The S&P 500 index sank 54.78 points, or 1.2%, to 4,450.32.
The NASDAQ index plunged 217.72 points, or 1.6%, to 13,708.33.
The Dow held onto a winning week. The S&P 500 and NASDAQ both closed out the week with losses.
Information technology was the worst-performing sector in the S&P 500, down nearly 2%. Adobe shares fell more than 4% even after the software firm posted better-than-expected quarterly results. Shares of Arm Holdings were lower one day after its successful public debut.
Auto stocks General Motors and Stellantis N.V. were higher Friday, while Ford Motor was about flat. Thousands of members of the United Auto Workers went on strike after failing to reach a deal with the automakers Thursday night.
Elsewhere, Lennar shares slid 3%. The home construction firm posted third-quarter results that beat on the top and bottom lines.
On the economic front, the University of Michigan's consumer sentiment survey showed one-year inflation expectations dropped to 3.1% in
September, tied for the lowest since January 2021. Also, the five-year outlook fell to 2.7%, matching its lowest since December 2020.
- Canadian manufacturing sales increased 1.6% in July, led by higher sales in food products, petroleum and coal products, and transportation equipment. Paper and plastics sales decreased the most.
- Inventory levels increased slightly while unfilled orders decreased, pointing to a potential slowdown.
- The manufacturing sector in Canada will continue to face challenges such as global economic uncertainty, rising costs, supply chain issues, climate change risks, and skills shortages.
Electricity Analysis - Canada and the OECD - June 2023.pptxpaul young cpa, cga
Summary:
Over three-quarters of the world’s total coal-generated electricity is consumed in just three countries. China is the top user of coal, making up 53.3% of global coal demand, followed by India at 13.6%, and the U.S. at 8.9%.
Burning coal—for electricity, as well as metallurgy and cement production—is the world’s single largest source of CO2 emissions. Nevertheless, its use in electricity generation has actually grown 91.2% since 1997, the year when the first global climate agreement was signed in Kyoto, Japan.
However, even as non-renewables enjoy their time in the sun, their days could be numbered.
In 2022, renewables, such as wind, solar, and geothermal, represented 14.4% of total electricity generation with an extraordinary annual growth rate of 14.7%, driven by big gains in solar and wind. Non-renewables, by contrast, only managed an anemic 0.4%.
The authors of the Statistical Review do not include hydroelectric in their renewable calculations, even though many others, including the International Energy Agency, consider it a “well-established renewable power technology.”
With hydroelectric moved into the renewable column, together they accounted for over 29.3% of all electricity generated in 2022, with an annual growth rate of 7.4%.
Source - https://energynow.ca/2023/09/infographic-what-electricity-sources-power-the-world-see-them-here-visual-capitalist/
Logistics Warehousing Transportation and Distrbution Analysis and Commentary ...paul young cpa, cga
The document provides an overview of key metrics and trends in the logistics, warehousing, distribution, and transportation sector. It includes data on consumer price index, diesel fuel costs, freight indexes, e-commerce sales, retail sales, class 8 truck sales, EPA emissions standards, trailer sales, and tonnage. It also discusses supply chain management solutions like planning analytics, blockchain, and AI assistants. Finally, it touches on topics like infrastructure spending, automation, and ESG reporting.
Retail Sales and Consumer Spending Analysis and Commentary - United States - ...paul young cpa, cga
United States retail sales rose 0.6% in August despite flat sales at internet retailers after Amazon Prime Day. Most of the increase was due to higher gasoline prices. While consumer spending has been strong, higher interest rates and a slowdown in hiring are expected to restrain purchases in the coming months. Forecasters predict the 2023 holiday shopping season could be the weakest in five years due to economic challenges facing consumers. The retail sector continues facing inventory management challenges and social governance issues.
How to improve the Governance Model for the Public Sector - United States - S...paul young cpa, cga
This document provides a summary of strategies to improve governance in government. It discusses factors that impact governance like transparency and accountability. It recommends using performance audits to assess key performance indicators and ensure recommendations are implemented. Other strategies include improving data ethics and literacy, mitigating geopolitical risks, adopting ESG reporting, and using technology like audit analytics and AI to enhance governance. The overall goal is for government to deliver programs and tax policies with value for money and transparency.
This document provides an analysis of the agriculture output and equipment sector for August 2023. It includes discussions of commodity prices, crop estimates, energy prices, food prices, farming incomes, top farming states, food processors, and the role of technology and government in farming. Key points covered include rising input costs challenging farmers, preliminary crop estimates for Canada, volatility in oil and diesel prices impacting farm expenses, and opportunities for data and automation to help address issues in the agriculture industry.
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This document provides an overview and agenda for a presentation on the biotech, pharmaceutical, and healthcare sector. It includes:
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Better Public Safety Management using Analytics - September 2023.pptxpaul young cpa, cga
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Stock Market Analysis and Commentary for WE September 9 2023.pptxpaul young cpa, cga
What did the markets tell us this week?
1. Housing supply and costs continue to plague countries around the world.
2. Gasoline prices are on the rise that puts pressure on central banks ability to hit their core inflation targets.
3. ESG adoption by both the private and public sector is leading to both funding concerns and the overall cost of implementing ESG policies.
4. Adopting technology as part of increasing food production is facing both capital and operational funding concerns.
5. Strike at LNG facility in Australia is leading to concerns around a supply chain disruption of natural gas for EMEA and Asia.
6. The threat of China dumping batteries into markets - https://www.ft.com/content/b6038e51-7b5b-4f97-a5da-9202e71562fc
7. Adoption of generative AI has been facing many challenges related to security, privacy, and ethical issues.
8. Lack of biodiversity planning as part of the overall climate mitigation including sustainable mining, forestry, oil, gas, agriculture, and housing
9. Geopolitical issues continue to impact supply chain.
10. The concerns of recession continue to plague both the private and public sector.
11. Productivity issues continue to plague governments around the world.
Workforce Planning and Employment Analysis - August 2023.pptxpaul young cpa, cga
The document discusses workforce planning and employment analysis. It provides an overview of employment statistics in the United States, Canada, and Australia. It then discusses Sysco's workforce planning model and the role of the CFO in workforce planning. Finally, it defines autonomous finance as the automation of financial operations through software and algorithms, and provides some key statistics on its adoption.
Global Automotive - Analysis and Commentary - August 2023.pptxpaul young cpa, cga
This presentation provides an overview of key trends in the global automotive sector in August 2023. It discusses 1) sales trends in Canada, the US and globally, 2) the growth of electric vehicles and focus on reducing emissions, and 3) ongoing transformation in the industry through automation, connectivity and new technologies. Sources included discuss topics like electric vehicle production and adoption, public safety issues regarding EV fires, gasoline and car prices, supply chain challenges, and green transitions in transportation.
Global (Mining Oil and Gas Forestry and Agriculture) Analysis and Commentary ...paul young cpa, cga
The mining, oil, gas, agriculture, forestry, and mining continue to face environmental, social, and governance policy review including reporting of key metrics as part of ESG reporting cycle.
There is more focus on profitability and investment returns as part of the integrated planning and reporting cycle.
Summary:
The global economy faces what at least one forecaster is calling a mild trade recession as shipments from China slump and German factories downshift.
China’s export declines extended into August, though there were signs that the worst of a world trade slowdown may be over for the leading exporter.
Overseas shipments from China fell 8.8% in dollar terms from a year earlier while imports contracted 7.3%, both better than economists’ estimates and significantly less severe than July’s downturn.
Other data have suggested trade may be stabilizing after weakening for most of this year. Exports from South Korea also declined at a more moderate pace in August than the previous month.
Source: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2023-09-07/supply-chain-latest-world-trade-faces-a-shallow-recession?srnd=economics-v2
Additional sources and links:
Lithium - https://source.benchmarkminerals.com/article/falling-lithium-prices-challenge-potential-cost-advantages-of-sodium-batteries
Oil Production - https://www.cnn.com/2023/09/06/business/oil-price-goldman-sachs/index.html
Natural gas - https://www.fxstreet.com/news/natural-gas-holds-up-as-markets-in-limbo-over-strikes-202309070956
Lumber - https://www.fastmarkets.com/insights/sawmill-capacity-closures-reshape-us-lumber-supply
Critical metals - https://www.wasterecyclingmag.ca/feature/how-recycling-could-solve-the-shortage-of-minerals-essential-to-clean-energy/
Agriculture - https://www.morningagclips.com/economists-forecast-positive-end-of-year-crop-outlook-despite-warmer-midwestern-climate/
ESG - https://www.skadden.com/insights/publications/2023/09/the-informed-board/the-eus-new-esg-disclosure-rules
Ports - https://www.marketscreener.com/quote/stock/HAPAG-LLOYD-AG-24857717/news/Hapag-Lloyd-chief-warns-of-rougher-seas-ahead-for-container-shipping-44789017/
Top destination for reshoring - https://www.thenationalnews.com/business/economy/2023/08/29/uae-in-top-10-most-powerful-passports-for-investment-opportunity/
Global Trade - https://phys.org/news/2023-09-opinion-broke-global-climate-finish.html
What is next for the Forestry Sector and Lumber Production - September 2023.pptxpaul young cpa, cga
Lumber production in Canada continues to face many hurdles
Canada forest management practices are some of the bests in the world
Canada planted over 440M in seedlings back in 2018. It is now 2022 which means close 2M seedlings have been planted.
All levels need to put more focus on urban and rural planning solutions
More work including spending on wildfire and forest fire mitigation
Canada and USA need to find a path forward to resolve the softwood lumber dispute
There needs to a better balanced between climate change policies and growing the economy in a sustainable way
3D printing for housing needs to become mainstream
More protection needs to happen with key ecosystems like wetlands, forest, and peatlands.
There is a risk of debt default if interest rates are hike over the next few months
Falcon stands out as a top-tier P2P Invoice Discounting platform in India, bridging esteemed blue-chip companies and eager investors. Our goal is to transform the investment landscape in India by establishing a comprehensive destination for borrowers and investors with diverse profiles and needs, all while minimizing risk. What sets Falcon apart is the elimination of intermediaries such as commercial banks and depository institutions, allowing investors to enjoy higher yields.
Vicinity Jobs’ data includes more than three million 2023 OJPs and thousands of skills. Most skills appear in less than 0.02% of job postings, so most postings rely on a small subset of commonly used terms, like teamwork.
Laura Adkins-Hackett, Economist, LMIC, and Sukriti Trehan, Data Scientist, LMIC, presented their research exploring trends in the skills listed in OJPs to develop a deeper understanding of in-demand skills. This research project uses pointwise mutual information and other methods to extract more information about common skills from the relationships between skills, occupations and regions.
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1. Elemental Economics - Introduction to mining.pdfNeal Brewster
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1. HOW BEST TO RESHORE
SUPPLY CHAIN
Paul Young CPA, CGA – May 20, 2020
2. PAUL YOUNG - BIO
• CPA, CGA
• Financial Solutions
• SME – Risk Management
• SME – Emerging Technology
• SME – Business Process Change
• SME – Close, Consolidate and
Reporting
• SME – Public Policy
• SME – Financial Solutions
• SME – Supply Chain Management
Contact information:
Paul_Young_CGA@Hotmail.com
3. KEY PRODUCTS
• Medical Supplies
• Pharmaceuticals
• Strategic Metals
• Oil
• Natural Gas
• Food Processing
• Summary
• Training/Development
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4. MEDICAL SUPPLIES
Source - https://www.prnewswire.com/in/news-
releases/medical-supplies-market-size-is-
projected-to-reach-usd-160-6-billion-by-2025-
growing-at-a-cagr-of-7-2-valuates-reports-
873469099.html
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Next steps
• The procurement cycle needs to be coordinated between
provincial and states related medical supplies -
https://thehill.com/opinion/international/490963-a-
defining-moment-in-our-medical-supply-chain-crisis
• All levels of government need to set up strategic supplies of
key medical equipment. Yearly audits should be done to
ensure the supply meets future demand as well as dealing
with any expiration dates.
• Hospital funding will need to be adjusted to respect higher
costs related to sourcing medical supplies locally.
5. PHARMACEUTICALS
Source https://www.globenewswire.com/news-
release/2020/01/17/1972092/0/en/Global-
Pharmaceuticals-Industry-Analysis-and-Trends-
2023.html -
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Next steps
• Private and Public drug plans need to be re-evaluated as part
changes to pharmacare -
https://www.slideshare.net/paulyoungcga/can-canada-be-
successful-at-pharmacare
• Review of patent protection laws for drugs -
https://www.canada.ca/en/health-
canada/news/2019/08/government-of-canada-announces-
changes-to-lower-drug-prices-and-lay-the-foundation-for-
national-pharmacare.html
• Review of regulations, tax policies, etc. related to R&D as part
of supporting the pharmaceutical sector
6. STRATEGIC
METALS – RARE
METALS
Rare Metals - https://investingnews.com/daily/resource-
investing/critical-metals-investing/rare-earth-
investing/rare-earth-reserves-country/
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• Re-thinking the supply chain for clean technology including
alternative products that are less dependent on rare earths
• Encouraging manufacturers of cell phones and other products
to move to other jurisdictions
• India / Apple -
https://appleinsider.com/articles/20/05/18/apple-
moves-to-de-risk-china-production-keep-iphone-se-
price-low
• Re-visiting power generation with more focus on other
sources like molten salt, hydro, nuclear, natural gas -
https://www.slideshare.net/paulyoungcga/electricity-
generation-co2-and-environmental-impact-whats-next
• China dominates the world in terms of rare metals
• The world needs to look at other sources for rare metals
including development new sources -
https://business.financialpost.com/commodities/mining/
you-dont-control-your-destiny-why-canadas-rare-earth-
deposits-are-staying-in-the-ground
• Key is development of these remote mines in
economic and sustainable manner
7. STRATEGIC
METALS - LITHIUM
Source -
https://www.statista.com/statistics/2
68790/countries-with-the-largest-
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• Supporting development and manufacturing of lithium
batteries locally - https://smallcaps.com.au/novonix-
discovers-breakthrough-method-low-cost-synthesis-
lithium-ion-battery-materials/
• More balance when it comes to electrical cars vs gas
power - https://www.slideshare.net/paulyoungcga/ev-
electrical-vehicles-all-you-need-to-know
• How best to support the building of 5G networks
• https://www.northernminer.com/subscribe-
login/?id=1003812039
• Support local mining and smelting operations -
https://electricautonomy.ca/2020/05/05/ontario-cobalt-
refiner-eyes-breakthrough-ev-supply-chain-role/
• Key reserves for lithium are in Latin America
• Stronger trade and investment ties to Central
America
8. STRATEGIC
METALS -
VANADIUM
Source -
https://investingnews.com/daily/resource-
investing/battery-metals-investing/vanadium-
investing/vanadium-reserves/
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• Bulk of vanadium is controlled by Russia and China
• Strategic purchases of assets/mines
https://www.northernminer.com/fast-news/u-s-
vanadium-acquires-russian-owned-vanadium-facility-
in-arkansas/1003810596/
• Streamlining the regulator process for mines -
https://investingnews.com/company-
profiles/vanadium-one-iron-tsxv-vone-ore-vanadium-
mineral-exploration-canada/
• Look at ways to support local battery producers -
https://www.greentechmedia.com/articles/read/flow-
batteries-struggle-in-2019-as-lithium-ion-marches-on
9. OIL SECTOR
• Oil still plays a vital role as plastics are
required for medical supplies,
vehicles, etc.
• Oil needs to be treated with respect
• Oil needs to be identified as a strategic
resources
• Oil needs to get to international markets
(Canada and USA)
• Pipeline construction needs to be
prioritized including streamlining the
approval process (analytics/modeling,
committee hearing, etc.)
• Energy hubs should be established as
part of exporting oil to international
markets
• Made in country solutions as it relates to
petrochemical production.
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Source - https://www.slideshare.net/paulyoungcga/oil-and-gas-sector-whats-happening-outlook-
2020-and-beyond
11. FOOD PROCESSING
Source - https://www.slideshare.net/paulyoungcga/agriculture-and-
farming-sector-whats-next
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• Food processing needs to be treated as strategic asset
• More supports to farmers (tax fairness, labor
reforms, etc.
• More emphasis on distribution channels (i.e.
ports, rails, etc.)
• More balance trade between countries
• WTO needs to reform as part fixing issues with
protectionism -
https://www.slideshare.net/paulyoungcga/2019-
election-global-trade-barriers-and-protection-
wto-canada-september-2019
12. SUMMARY
• Ending the globalization push by the UN -
https://www.slideshare.net/paulyoungcga/rise-
and-fall-of-globalization
• China is no longer an emerging market -
https://www.slideshare.net/paulyoungcga/sear
ch_my_uploads?type=&new=&q=China
• Refocusing of governments of on the goods
producing sector -
https://www.slideshare.net/paulyoungcga/how
-do-you-address-and-fix-income-inequality
• Embracing technology as part of supporting
GDP growth -
https://www.slideshare.net/paulyoungcga/tech
nology-whats-next-for-canada
• Fair trade deals -
https://www.slideshare.net/paulyoungcga/wha
t-is-next-for-for-global-trade-protectionism
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13. OTHER SOURCES
• If you like to learn
more about trade
and/or other
subjects as part of
your professional
learning and
development then
feel free to review
my material on
https://www.udem
y.com/ (search Paul
Young CPA CGA