Markets are edging higher as investors stay cautiously optimistic ahead of a key Federal Reserve decision, with equities hovering near record levels. The TSX is continuing to push higher, supported by broad sector strength, while U.S. indices are also inching upward. The overall tone remains constructive, though trading is more measured as investors wait for clarity on interest rates and inflation policy.
Commodities and currencies reflect a mixed macro backdrop. Oil prices are stabilizing, while gold is modestly higher as some defensive positioning remains ahead of central bank signals. Copper is picking up slightly, indicating steady demand, while natural gas is under pressure. Bitcoin continues to drift lower in Canadian‑dollar terms as crypto struggles to keep pace with equity‑market momentum.
Market numbers
TSX: Up (+0.32%) 35,389.58
TSXV: Up (+0.62%) 985.94
DOW: Up (+0.12%) 52,070.0
NASDAQ: Up (+0.20%) 30,107.8
FTSE 100: Up (+0.09%) 10,478.89
In the headlines
- Netflix dips on acquisition speculation: Netflix (TSX:NFLX) — the global streaming platform — saw shares fall about 3.6% amid swirling acquisition rumors, some of which have been denied. Investor sentiment remains cautious as uncertainty around strategic direction lingers.
- Microsoft–Oracle talks collapse: Microsoft’s (TSX:MSFT) discussions with Oracle (NYSE:ORCL) over cloud infrastructure collaboration have reportedly fallen apart, highlighting growing competition and strategic friction across the enterprise cloud landscape.
- SpaceX surges toward $3 trillion valuation: SpaceX (NDAQ:SPCX) — Elon Musk’s aerospace and satellite company — continues its rapid ascent, closing in on Amazon’s valuation as it approaches the $3‑trillion mark, fueled by strong IPO momentum and expanding AI‑related initiatives.
Currencies
USD: Down (‑0.15%) $0.7132
GBP: Down (‑0.02%) $0.5317
EUR: Down (‑0.04%) $0.61531
JPY: Down (‑0.25%) ¥114.386
AUD: Down (‑0.15%) $1.0093
Bitcoin (BTC/CAD): Down (‑0.79%) 91,121.9
(Conversion to C$1)
Commodities
Copper: Up (+0.34%) 6.55427
Gold: Up (+0.12%) 4,336.39
WTI: Up (+0.26%) 76.30
Natural Gas: Down (‑3.27%) 3.137
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