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After a period of economic weakness, Canada’s economy is showing signs of renewed growth. At the same time, inflation remains a concern, particularly as rising energy prices could put renewed pressure on consumer prices. These factors will influence the Bank of Canada’s approach to interest rates as it assesses whether the economic recovery will continue […]

For investors, Canada is a bit of a conundrum. On one hand, the economy is limping along; on the other, the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX), Canada’s main stock index, continues to be one of the best performing stock markets on the planet. Over the last three years, the TSX has advanced 73.5%. Over the same […]

Renewed tensions between the U.S. and Iran have once again rattled global financial markets. After President Donald Trump declared the ceasefire agreement “over,” investors quickly shifted into defensive mode, sending crude oil prices sharply higher and pushing stock markets lower around the world. The stock market and crude oil prices have been on a rollercoaster […]

Canada’s battle with inflation is proving to be far from over. After months of cooling price pressures, Canadian inflation accelerated sharply in May, driven primarily by soaring gas prices and continued increases in food costs. The unexpected jump has raised fresh questions about the outlook for the Canadian economy and what the Bank of Canada […]

In a widely expected move, the Bank of Canada held its key overnight lending rate, which impacts interest rates, steady for a fifth consecutive meeting at 2.25%. However, Tiff Macklem, the governor of the Bank of Canada, conceded that the Canadian economy is facing headwinds. Canadian Economy Faces Growing Headwinds According to the Bank of […]

Canada’s latest jobs report delivered a major upside surprise, suggesting the Canadian economy may be more resilient than many analysts expected. After several months of weak employment data and growing recession concerns, strong hiring in May has prompted economists to reassess the outlook for interest rates and the Bank of Canada’s next moves. Here’s what […]

Canada’s economy has struggled to gain momentum amid elevated interest rates, weaker business investment, and ongoing trade uncertainty. New gross domestic product (GDP) data from Statistics Canada suggests those challenges are beginning to take a measurable toll, with the country now meeting the commonly accepted definition of a technical recession. Canadian Economy Contracts for Second […]

Traditionally, many investors become more cautious heading into the summer months due to the old Wall Street saying, “sell in May and go away.” But in 2026, the stock market has continued to push higher despite inflation concerns, geopolitical tensions, and ongoing economic uncertainty. Strong corporate earnings and investor optimism have helped fuel gains across […]

Inflation in both Canada and the U.S. is accelerating again as rising energy prices push costs higher for consumers and businesses alike. Despite growing concerns over inflation, interest rates, and the ongoing war in Iran, investors continue to power stock markets toward record highs. Why Inflation Is Rising in Canada and the U.S. Canadian and […]

Investors have continued to pour money into North American equities despite ongoing geopolitical tensions and fears surrounding inflation and interest rates. With the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) and S&P 500 both trading at record highs, strong first-quarter earnings and resilient economic data are helping fuel one of the strongest bull markets in recent years. Why […]