Alberta Projects $5.2 Billion Deficit Amid U.S. Tariff Uncertainty
Alberta, Canada’s top oil-producing province, has forecast a C$5.2 billion ($3.5 billion) budget deficit for the 2025/26 fiscal year, citing potential U.S. tariffs as a major threat to government revenues and economic growth. This marks a sharp reversal from Alberta’s current fiscal surplus of C$5.8 billion, highlighting the uncertainty facing policymakers as they navigate the evolving trade landscape. Finance Minister Nate Horner acknowledged the difficulty in planning a budget amid unpredictable U.S. policies. “How do
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