GENERAL3 Sept 2026
Canadas TSX rises, markets assess rate-hike bets | Stock Market News
Canada's main stock index jumped 1.5% on Thursday, its biggest one-day rise in about a month. Gold, silver and copper helped miners gain 3.1%. A US Federal Reserve official signalled patience on rate hikes, and traders lowered their hike probability to 50.4%. Tech and financial shares rose too. Jobs reports due Friday could shape central bank moves. Markets may be stabilising, but inflation worries are not over.
Key Statutory Highlights
- Canada's main stock index rose 1.5% on Thursday, its biggest one-day jump in about a month.
- Traders trimmed bets on a US Federal Reserve rate hike to 50.4% after a Fed official said he is inclined to be patient on rate policy.
- Canada's trade surplus narrowed sharply in July, just weeks before new US tariffs start showing up in data.
Actionable Advice for Taxpayers / Founders:Keep an eye on Friday's Canada and US jobs reports if you track global markets, as they may influence central bank rate expectations.
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