Futures tied to Canada’s main stock index tipped up this morning with strong commodity prices leading the charge through continued geopolitical uncertainties.
Market Numbers (Futures)
TSX : Up (0.2%) 25,354.72
TSXV: Up (0.94%) 643.76
DOW: Up (0.18%) 42,977.00
NASDAQ: Up (0.19%) 20,413.00
FTSE: Up (0.77%) 8,704.67
In the Headlines
Trump’s trade war, including new tariffs on Canadian goods, has heightened affordability concerns in Canada. A recent poll shows more Canadians now worry about U.S. trade policies than inflation. This economic tension is expected to be a key issue in the upcoming federal election.
And Genetic testing company 23andMe has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, prompting concerns about the security of its 15 million customers’ genetic data. While 23andMe asserts its commitment to data privacy, experts warn that new ownership could alter data usage policies. Authorities advise customers to consider deleting their data to mitigate potential risks.
Currencies Update: (Futures)
the Canadian dollar sees a little boost, up 0.23% hitting $.7014 cents US, also up 0.06% to $.6471 against the Euro.
Bitcoin slips 0.39% to $124,770.47
Commodities: (Futures)
Natural Gas: Down (2.59%), 4.01
WTI: Up (0.74%), 69.63
Gold: Up (0.17%), 3,016.928
Copper: Up (0.39%) 6.49
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