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Global Markets<\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n

Canadian Markets<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Canada’s TSX jumped nearly 2% as gains in financials and technology sectors drove broad-based strength across the index. The move was supported by improving domestic economic data, with Canada\u2019s GDP rising 0.2% in February, matching Statistics Canada\u2019s advance estimate and reinforcing a pattern of four consecutive months of expansion.<\/p>\n

However, some economists cautioned that the rebound in industrial output and manufacturing activity may prove temporary. There is concern that the recent factory-sector improvement could be a \u201cHead Fake,\u201d particularly as global trade dynamics remain strained. Canada\u2019s export-oriented economy continues to face pressure from ongoing tariff-related disruptions and shifting U.S. trade policy, raising the risk that underlying momentum may weaken in the coming quarters.<\/p>\n

American Markets<\/strong><\/h3>\n

U.S. markets rose across the board on generally strong earnings from Amazon, Alphabet, Meta, Microsoft, and Qualcomm, all of which highlighted robust demand from AI and cloud computing. Performance was uneven, with Meta falling almost 10% on concerns over spending efficiency and monetization, while Alphabet gained 10% on stronger execution and cost discipline.<\/p>\n

Data showed that the U.S. economy grew at a 2.0% annualized rate in Q1 2026, slightly below expectations but an improvement from the prior quarter, driven by investment, exports, and government spending. Inflation remained sticky, with core PCE up 3.2% year-over-year and 0.3% month-over-month, largely due to persistent energy cost pressures.<\/p>\n

European Markets<\/strong><\/h3>\n

European markets moved higher as the earnings outlook improved as the reporting season progressed. The European Central Bank held their policy rate steady, but suggested they could begin raising rates in June as result of sparking inflation.<\/p>\n

UK stocks rose more than 1.5% after the Bank of England held rates steady. However, policymakers issued a more cautious inflationary outlook, warning that geopolitical risks and elevated oil prices could push UK inflation above 6% in early 2027 if energy costs remain elevated.<\/p>\n

Corporate News<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Alphabet Inc (GOOGL)<\/strong> \u2014 Strong cloud growth and accelerating AI investment reset expectations across Big Tech, with JPMorgan raising its target to $460 from $395 on improving monetization and demand.<\/p>\n

Amazon.com Inc (AMZN)<\/strong> \u2014 Beat expectations on AWS growth and maintained aggressive AI spending plans, lifting shares; JPMorgan raised its target to $330 from $280.<\/p>\n

Bombardier Inc (BBD-B:CA)<\/strong> \u2014 Reported higher revenue and record first-quarter free cash flow, driven by strong services demand and resilient private jet activity.<\/p>\n

CGI Inc (GIB.A:CA)<\/strong> \u2014 Saw target cuts, including Scotiabank lowering to C$110 from C$120, following weaker organic revenue growth.<\/p>\n

Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc (CMG)<\/strong> \u2014 Posted a surprise rise in comparable sales, benefiting from value offerings and steady consumer demand.<\/p>\n

Cigna Group (CI)<\/strong> \u2014 Raised its annual profit outlook after beating earnings expectations, supported by lower medical costs and strong health services performance.<\/p>\n

Ford Motor Co (F) \/ General Motors Co (GM)<\/strong> \u2014 Earnings outlook supported by recognition of expected tariff refunds totaling billions.<\/p>\n

Humana Inc (HUM)<\/strong> \u2014 Jefferies raised its target to $290 from $235 following a solid earnings performance.<\/p>\n

L3Harris Technologies Inc (LHX)<\/strong> \u2014 Filed confidentially for an IPO of its missile solutions business to unlock value.<\/p>\n

Meta Platforms Inc (META)<\/strong> \u2014 Raised capital spending outlook for AI, while Piper Sandler cut its target to $800 from $880 due to higher long-term costs.<\/p>\n

Microsoft Corp (MSFT)<\/strong> \u2014 Forecast strong cloud growth but saw a target cut to $545 from $600 by Barclays on relatively slower Azure momentum versus peers.<\/p>\n

Nvidia Corp (NVDA)<\/strong> \u2014 AI server demand surged, pushing prices sharply higher, particularly in China amid supply constraints.<\/p>\n

PayPal Holdings Inc (PYPL)<\/strong> \u2014 Announced restructuring into three segments, including a standalone Venmo unit, to refocus on growth.<\/p>\n

Qualcomm Inc (QCOM)<\/strong> \u2014 Shares rose on optimism around smartphone recovery and expansion into AI, data centers, and automotive chips.<\/p>\n

Spirit Airlines Holdings Inc (SAVE)<\/strong> \u2014 Ongoing negotiations over a potential $500 million government-backed rescue, with no immediate bankruptcy action.<\/p>\n

Stellantis NV (STLA)<\/strong> \u2014 Reported strong profit growth aided by tariff refunds, though weak cash flow weighed on shares.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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