The TSX is up 0.47%, while the TSX Venture Index is up 0.31%, as global markets snap back from recent conflict‑driven volatility, following a powerful rally across Asian equities — led by the Kospi’s strongest day since 2008.
U.S. markets remain mixed: the Dow fell 0.75%, the Nasdaq dropped 0.68%. London’s FTSE 100 declined 0.93% as traders balanced geopolitical risks with signs of renewed momentum in global risk assets.
Oil prices rose sharply as the Iran conflict further stressed global supply networks and Saudi Arabia began rerouting crude due to rapidly filling Gulf storage. Gold dipped modestly, down 0.37%, even as safe‑haven demand remained firm.
Bitcoin hovered near recent highs after briefly topping US$74,000, with traders debating whether the breakout can sustain amid cross‑currents in energy markets and geopolitics.
Market numbers
TSX: Up (+0.47%), 33,942.86
TSXV: Up (+0.31%), 1,079.52
DOW: Down (‑0.75%), 48,389.8
NASDAQ: Down (‑0.68%), 24,967.0
FTSE 100: Down (‑0.93%), 10,510.02
In the headlines
- Spin Master reports Q4 loss, revenue lower: Spin Master (TSX:TOY) — the global toy, entertainment, and digital‑games company behind brands like Paw Patrol, Hatchimals, and Rubik’s — reported a fourth‑quarter loss as revenue fell from last year. Management cited softer consumer demand and shifting retail dynamics heading into 2026.
- CNRL posts $5.3B profit, boosts dividend: Canadian Natural Resources (TSX:CNQ) — one of Canada’s largest oil and natural‑gas producers — posted fourth‑quarter profit of $5.3 billion and announced an increased quarterly dividend. Strong oil pricing and continued production discipline supported the results.
- Maple Leaf Foods Q4 profit jumps on pork spinoff: Maple Leaf Foods (TSX:MFI) — the Canadian packaged‑foods and protein producer — reported fourth‑quarter profit of $391.2 million, boosted by the completion of its pork business spinoff. The company said the separation improved margins and sharpened its focus on branded foods.
Currencies
USD: Down (‑0.04%), $0.7323
GBP: Flat (+0.00%), $0.5481
EUR: Up (+0.21%), $0.63128
JPY: Up (+0.35%), ¥115.514
AUD: Up (+0.55%), $1.0411
Bitcoin (BTC/CAD): Down (‑0.08%), 99,185.4
(Conversion to C$1)
Commodities
Copper: Down (‑1.63%), 5.81328
Gold: Down (‑0.37%), 5,122.13
WTI: Up (+3.89%), 77.50
Natural Gas: Down (‑0.67%), 2.972
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