Markets are mixed today as investors navigate rising oil prices, elevated bond yields, and renewed geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. The TSX is up 0.62%, while the TSX Venture Index is gaining 0.99%, supported by strength in commodities and resource-related stocks. In the U.S., the Dow is up 0.38%, but the Nasdaq is down 0.28% as higher Treasury yields continue to pressure technology valuations despite ongoing enthusiasm around artificial intelligence.
Oil remains a key market driver after fresh U.S. and Iranian strikes pushed crude prices higher and inflation concerns back into focus. The 10-year Treasury yield has climbed to its highest level since 2023, while the Bank of Canada holds key rate at 2.25 per cent once again signaled a cautious stance toward monetary policy. Gold is rebounding despite elevated yields, copper is rising, and Bitcoin remains above C$107,000 despite a modest pullback.
Market numbers
TSX: Up (+0.62%) 36,049.08
TSXV: Up (+0.99%) 966.12
DOW: Up (+0.38%) 52,985.3
NASDAQ: Down (‑0.28%) 29,001.7
FTSE 100: Up (+0.07%) 10,756.49
In the headlines
- Dell raises outlook on booming AI server demand: Dell Technologies (NYSE:DELL), the enterprise technology and infrastructure company, jumped after issuing a major forecast upgrade driven by surging demand for AI-focused servers. Investors continue to reward companies supplying the hardware required to power artificial intelligence workloads.
- Apple enters a new leadership chapter: Apple (TSX:AAPL), the consumer technology giant behind the iPhone, Mac, and Apple Watch, officially transitioned leadership as John Ternus succeeded Tim Cook as Chief Executive Officer after 15 years at the helm. Markets will be watching closely for strategic priorities under Apple’s new leadership.
Currencies
USD: Up (+0.14%) $0.7199
GBP: Up (+0.23%) $0.5330
EUR: Up (+0.07%) $0.62126
JPY: Down (‑0.87%) ¥114.282
AUD: Down (‑0.18%) $1.0045
Bitcoin (BTC/CAD): Down (‑0.42%) 107,096.1
(Conversion to C$1)
Commodities
Copper: Up (+1.55%) 6.63919
Gold: Up (+1.11%) 4,376.16
WTI: Down (‑1.43%) 89.30
Natural Gas: Down (‑0.34%) 2.938
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