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@ the Bell: Iran deal lifts markets, despite lingering uncertainty

Canadian equities moved higher on Tuesday after US President Donald Trump announced at the G7 summit...

U.S. tariffs return to the forefront as a key macro risk for investors

The U.S. is proposing new tariffs on imports from around 60 countries, adding to an already complex and expanding trade policy framework.

What “higher-for-longer” rates mean for equity valuations

Higher interest rates reduce equity valuations by increasing discount rates and lowering the present value of future earnings.

@ the Bell: Markets rise as Iran deal eases tensions, oil falls

Canadian stocks moved higher on Monday after US and Iranian officials announced they had reached an...

Oil slides on U.S.–Iran breakthrough, but uncertainty clouds energy outlook

Oil prices fell sharply as the US–Iran agreement reduces geopolitical risk and restores access to a key global shipping route.

@ the Bell: Markets rise on Iran–US peace hopes, SpaceX IPO biggest ever

Canadian equities advanced on Friday, supported by growing optimism that a peace agreement between Iran and...
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StockTalk | Cannabis Report: Results, awards, & upgrades

Aurora Cannabis Inc. (TSX/NASDAQ:ACB), a Canadian-based global medical cannabis company, reported its financial and operational results...

Decibel Cannabis cranks up the volume with strong Q1 growth

Decibel Cannabis Company (TSXV:DB) reported that revenue rose 41 per cent year over year to about C$30 million.
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Microsoft’s Xbox unit faces looming job cuts despite strong Showcase momentum

Microsoft’s (NASDAQ:MSFT) Xbox division is planning major layoffs and budget cuts expected after June 30 as part of a restructuring effort

@ the Bell: Despite tensions, markets rise as gold gains and chip stocks rebound

Canada’s main stock index moved higher on Thursday, supported by rising gold prices, though ongoing geopolitical...

Tech selloff tests the AI IPO boom as market volatility returns

AI-driven tech stocks like Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) are pulling back after a huge run, triggering sharp swings in major indexes.

@ the Bell: Markets sink as geopolitical tensions rise & rates hold steady

Canada’s main stock index edged lower on Wednesday as renewed tensions between the US and Iran...

VAALCO Energy restarts production at Baobab Field

VAALCO Energy (NYSE:EGY) has restarted production at the Baobab field offshore Côte d’Ivoire after completing the FPSO refurbishment.

Bank of Canada holds rates, warns of global risks and domestic weakness

Bank of Canada keeps its policy rate at 2.25 per cent amid ongoing global uncertainty. Oil prices, geopolitical tensions pressure growth.
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Nintendo stock sinks after Direct fails to impress investors

Nintendo shares surged during the Direct but then fell around 10 per cent by the close, as investors were underwhelmed by the game lineup.

@ the Bell: Relief rally falls short as global strains persist

Canada’s main stock index fell lower on Tuesday as investors grow worried that tensions in the...

Viridian Metals launches 2026 drill campaign at Kraken Project

Viridian (CSE:VRDN) has started a 50-hole diamond drill program at its Kraken Project to define and expand near-surface copper.

Canada’s $2.3B AI push: 3 stocks ready to ride the wave

Canada is investing C$2.3 billion to boost AI adoption by improving literacy, trust, and regulation across the economy.