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The Fed held the fed funds target range unchanged at 3.5%-3.75%, as expected, although three policymakers dissented in f...
08/01/2026

The Fed held the fed funds target range unchanged at 3.5%-3.75%, as expected, although three policymakers dissented in favour of a quarter-point hike.

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Renewed U.S.–Iran tensions are pushing oil back toward $100, reintroducing inflation risk and reopening the debate over ...
07/25/2026

Renewed U.S.–Iran tensions are pushing oil back toward $100, reintroducing inflation risk and reopening the debate over whether the Fed and other central banks may need to respond.

How did the markets perform this week? Get the highlights and the latest economic news.

After a strong rally earlier this year, we are seeing a pullback in U.S. AI-related areas, like semiconductors, while cy...
07/18/2026

After a strong rally earlier this year, we are seeing a pullback in U.S. AI-related areas, like semiconductors, while cyclical and defensive sectors are leading more recently.

How did the markets perform this week? Get the highlights and the latest economic news.

Geopolitics remain a source of volatility following renewed U.S.-Iran tensions.
07/11/2026

Geopolitics remain a source of volatility following renewed U.S.-Iran tensions.

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The U.S. and Canadian economies have faced their share of challenges this year, including geopolitical uncertainty and a...
07/04/2026

The U.S. and Canadian economies have faced their share of challenges this year, including geopolitical uncertainty and a sharp rise in oil prices.

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Recent weakness among technology stocks has grabbed attention, but the broader market remains more resilient, with leade...
06/27/2026

Recent weakness among technology stocks has grabbed attention, but the broader market remains more resilient, with leadership rotating beyond this sector.

How did the markets perform this week? Get the highlights and the latest economic news.

The Fed held the fed funds target range steady at 3.5%-3.75% and removed the previously projected 2026 rate cut from the...
06/20/2026

The Fed held the fed funds target range steady at 3.5%-3.75% and removed the previously projected 2026 rate cut from the dot plot, as expected.

How did the markets perform this week? Get the highlights and the latest economic news.

Tech is cooling, not breaking: The recent pullback in semiconductors reflects profit-taking after a “too far, too fast” ...
06/13/2026

Tech is cooling, not breaking: The recent pullback in semiconductors reflects profit-taking after a “too far, too fast” rally, with improving breadth signaling a healthier market backdrop.

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Last week's blowout U.S. payroll report underlined the improvement in the U.S. labour market this year, with hiring acce...
06/06/2026

Last week's blowout U.S. payroll report underlined the improvement in the U.S. labour market this year, with hiring accelerating and broadening across sectors, signaling a more durable foundation for growth. Canadian employment data were also surprisingly strong, reversing some of the weakness in hiring this year.

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Markets closed last week hopeful that a U.S.–Iran peace deal will finally help unwind the shock to global energy markets...
05/30/2026

Markets closed last week hopeful that a U.S.–Iran peace deal will finally help unwind the shock to global energy markets seen this year, with equities hitting new record highs and bonds rebounding.

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