Economy

BoC keeps rates steady as 2027 outlook blurs

The Bank of Canada held rates steady for the rest of the year, but the trade war has cast doubt on what comes next…
Oil surged past $100 amid new US-Iran strikes, dragging down the TSX, Dow, and Nasdaq while gold and copper also slid.

Market Open: Amazon Under Pressure, Shein Slides as Oil and Bond Yields Rise | Sep 1st

Markets fall as rising oil prices fuel inflation concerns. Amazon faces FTC scrutiny, Shein drops, and Anthropic signs a $35B AI deal.
Oil surged past $100 amid new US-Iran strikes, dragging down the TSX, Dow, and Nasdaq while gold and copper also slid.

Market Open: GameStop Rallies as Fed Inflation Concerns Return | Aug 31st

Markets weaken as Fed inflation concerns intensify. GameStop rallies on expected investment gains, oil jumps, and Bitcoin holds above C$108K.
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AI-powered automation for the beauty and wellness industry

Yocale.ai CEO Aydin Asli discusses its AI platform, beauty and wellness strategy, C$1.74 million financing and acquisition plans.
AI risk warnings from Altman, Amodei and Musk pressured tech stocks, while oil surged past $108 on new Hormuz tensions.

Market Open: Canada’s Economy Accelerates as Tariffs Return and Bitcoin Stays Near Highs | Aug 28th

TSX gains as Canada posts its fastest growth in three years. Tariffs escalate, Bitcoin remains near highs, and commodity markets stay mixed.
Nvidia posts record revenue and strong guidance while Salesforce rallies on AI growth. Oil rises, Bitcoin gains and trade tensions escalate.

Market Open: Nvidia Reboots the AI Trade, Salesforce Surges on Strong AI Growth | Aug 27th

Nvidia posts record revenue and strong guidance while Salesforce rallies on AI growth. Oil rises, Bitcoin gains and trade tensions escalate.

Can electricity replace oil as the world’s strategic commodity?

Rising demand from AI, electric vehicles, and industrial electrification is making electricity increasingly vital to global economic growth.
Oil surged past $100 amid new US-Iran strikes, dragging down the TSX, Dow, and Nasdaq while gold and copper also slid.

Market Open: Meta Settles Landmark Case, AMD Climbs on AI Opportunity | Aug 26th

TSX slips as Meta reaches a $17B settlement, AMD climbs on AI optimism, Dick's Sporting Goods tumbles, and Bitcoin holds above C$108K.
AI risk warnings from Altman, Amodei and Musk pressured tech stocks, while oil surged past $108 on new Hormuz tensions.

Market Open: Canadian Banks Deliver, Nvidia Earnings Loom as Markets Stabilize | Aug 25th

TSX rises as Scotiabank and BMO deliver strong earnings. Nvidia enters earnings week under pressure while oil, gold and bitcoin remain in focus.
AI risk warnings from Altman, Amodei and Musk pressured tech stocks, while oil surged past $108 on new Hormuz tensions.

Market Open: Nvidia Earnings Loom, Agnico Invests in Radisson as Canada Tariffs Return | Aug 24th

TSX edges higher as Nvidia earnings approach, Agnico Eagle invests in Radisson, Canada plans new tariffs, Bitcoin rallies and gold climbs.

America’s bond market warning

U.S. Treasury bonds are government IOUs, and rising yields mean investors are demanding higher interest rates to lend money.