S&P/TSX composite up more than 150 points, U.S. stock markets also higher
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Strength in the base metal and financial stocks helped Canada's main stock index rise more than 150 points in late-morning trading, while U.S. stock markets also climbed higher.
Strength in the base metal and financial stocks helped Canada’s main stock index rise more than 150 points in late-morning trading, while U.S. stock markets also climbed higher.
The S&P/TSX composite index was up 178.41 points at 20,779.22.
In New York, the Dow Jones industrial average was up 241.93 points at 37,323.93. The S&P 500 index was up 34.95 points at 4,733.30, while the Nasdaq composite was up 121.60 points at 14,899.54.
The Canadian dollar traded for 75.19 cents US compared with 75.01 cents US on Wednesday.
The February crude oil contract was down 30 cents at US$73.92 per barrel and the February natural gas contract was up eight cents at US$2.43 per mmBTU.
The February gold contract was up US$5.80 at US$2,053.50 an ounce and the March copper contract was up a penny at US$3.91 a pound.
On Tuesday, Prairie Harm Reduction announced it would stay open 24/7 for the next week to offer people a warm safe place until the city’s plan took effect.
The competition watchdog said Wednesday that the ongoing investigation into the Canadian furniture retailers looks at three kinds of marketing practices.
The $7.28 billion budget unveiled by Montreal Mayor Valérie Plante includes a promise to increase the city's housing department budget by $100 million over the next three years.
The union representing port supervisors in British Columbia is challenging the legal and constitutional authority of the federal labour minister to order them back to work.
Randy Boissonnault is out of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s federal cabinet after months of controversy surrounding his former business.
A volunteer group has donated $60,000 to KHSC’s KidsInclusive as it winds down after 119 years, ensuring support for children’s care over the next five years.
Queen’s University will install North America’s first carbon-sequestering field turf at Nixon Field, enhancing sustainability while supporting sports and research.
Gerry Lichty, North Frontenac mayor, was elected 2025 Frontenac County warden. He aims to tackle rural challenges, with Bill Saunders as deputy warden.
Quebec Premier François Legault says the Sûreté du Québec, the province's police force, will 'conduct visual investigations at the borders.'
When people pass by the white-pillared Beaverbrook Art Gallery starting this weekend, they will be greeted by one of Fredericton's most famous sculptures.
The Toronto Santa Clause Parade faces financial challenges but, with public and government support, they are working hard to secure its future and keep the magic alive.