Global Markets
Canadian Markets
Canada’s TSX Index traded higher on Monday, supported by broad-based gains in the energy and materials sectors, as rising oil and gold prices boosted investor interest in resource-linked stocks. The rebound in resource-heavy sectors reflects a renewed rotation into cyclicals, with investors betting that strong commodity fundamentals and resilient global demand could buffer Canada’s economy against slower domestic growth.
Economists have cautioned that fiscal headwinds may soon temper growth momentum. The proposed federal budget is expected to introduce more restrained spending measures and signal lower GDP forecasts for 2025. Analysts at major Canadian banks noted that while the near-term boost from commodity strength could support the TSX through year-end, medium-term performance may hinge on corporate earnings resilience, capital investment trends, and the trajectory of global demand for raw materials.
American Markets
US stocks traded mixed as investors balanced optimism surrounding a potential resolution to the historic government shutdown with renewed caution over elevated valuations in the technology sector. The prior session’s relief rally, driven by strong gains in artificial intelligence and semiconductor stocks gave way to a more measured tone, as traders reassessed risk appetite following a sharp rebound.
Macro sentiment remained supported by expectations that the eventual end of the federal shutdown could stabilize government spending and restore investor confidence. However, concerns remain over uncertainty with fiscal negotiations, coupled with rising Treasury yields and subdued consumer confidence data,which tempered enthusiasm across cyclical and rate-sensitive sectors.
European Markets
European markets moved higher after a series of strong corporate earnings reports, particularly in the telecom sector, helped offset ongoing concerns about the regional economy. The Bank of France projected modest GDP growth in the fourth quarter, even as political uncertainty and fiscal tightening continued to weigh on sentiment.
UK markets closed at a record high, supported by rising expectations of an interest rate cut by the Bank of England. AstraZeneca shares led the FTSE 100 higher after delivering stronger-than-expected quarterly results and benefiting from an earlier U.S. drug-pricing agreement that eased regulatory risks. However, underlying macroeconomic indicators were less encouraging, as recent labour market data revealed a noticeable cooling, as unemployment rose while wage growth decelerated which strengthened the case for monetary easing going forward.”
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