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All eyes remain fixated on the war in Iran as crude oil hits multi-year highs. Despite geopolitical tensions and ongoing uncertainty, investors also need to pay attention to the S&P 500’s first-quarter earnings season, which just kicked off. Beyond the headlines, however, the real driver of near-term market direction may be corporate earnings—and whether strong […]

Surging oil prices triggered by escalating tensions in the Middle East are raising serious concerns about a potential recession in Canada. As energy costs climb and economic growth slows, Canadian consumers and businesses are beginning to feel the strain, increasing the risk that the country’s already fragile economy could tip into a downturn. As we […]

North American markets are under renewed pressure as escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East reshape the outlook for both stocks and interest rates. With the war in Iran driving oil prices higher, investors are increasingly concerned about rising inflation and the growing likelihood of additional interest-rate hikes in 2026. As a result, major indices […]

Canada’s inflation rate showed signs of easing in February, offering a brief sense of relief for households and policymakers alike. However, that relief may be temporary. A sharp surge in oil prices—triggered by escalating conflict in the Middle East at the end of the month—has yet to be reflected in the latest data. As a […]

Crude oil prices are surging again, climbing toward levels not seen in years as geopolitical tensions escalate in the Middle East. While rising oil prices can boost energy companies and oil-producing regions, they also ripple through the broader economy by increasing fuel costs, raising inflation, and pressuring consumers. With crude now approaching $120.00 per barrel, […]

Investors are once again asking how the war is impacting the stock markets after the U.S. and Israel launched coordinated strikes across Iran on February 28, sharply escalating tensions in the Middle East. Israel has also expanded its offensive campaign against Hezbollah in Lebanon. Iran responded with retaliatory attacks across Israel and several Gulf states, […]

In his 2021 annual letter to shareholders, Warren Buffett, the “Oracle of Omaha” and then-head of Berkshire Hathaway, wrote that investors should “never bet against America.” And while he’s right—the U.S. is the world’s biggest economy—that doesn’t mean that U.S. stocks are always going to be on top. The TSX performance vs. the S&P 500 […]

January’s inflation data delivered an unexpected signal for Canada’s economy—and it may have meaningful implications for interest rates. With Canadian inflation easing more than forecast, investors and policymakers alike are reassessing the likelihood of a potential interest-rate cut by the Bank of Canada in the months ahead. Canadian inflation, as measured by the Consumer Price […]