India, April 8 -- The Canadian market started off on a buoyant note on Tuesday as tensions about Trump's tariffs eased a bit amid optimism about negotiations that could help avoid a global trade war. However, stocks failed to hold gains and retreated with investors turning cautious and lightening commitments.
Trump has reaffirmed Washington's new tariff policy but signaled his willingness to engage in dialogue with countries seeking more favorable trade terms. He said on Monday he would talk to China, Japan and other countries over the tariffs, but was not looking at a pause on the duties.
"There could be permanent tariffs and there could also be negotiations... we're going to get fair deals and good deals with every country - and if we d...