99 m. ago Stock market today: Wall Street rises ahead of Fed announcement

NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. stock indexes are rising Wednesday as Wall Street waits to hear what the Federal Reserve will say in the afternoon about where interest rates may be heading. The S&P 500 was up 0.8% in afternoon trading. The Dow Jones Industrial Average was up 262 points, or 0.6%, as of 12:33 […]

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27 h. ago Investors should take stock of the shift in market volatility

It was only a matter of time before mixed signals on policy in the United States would translate into higher volatility

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30 h. ago Once the Stock Market’s Fixation, Fed Day Takes on a New Meaning

This isn’t the Fed’s stock market anymore.

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65 h. ago Oil Advances After China Lays Out Steps to Boost Consumption

Oil rose for a second day after China, the world’s biggest importer, said it would take steps to revive consumption by boosting incomes.

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65 h. ago Oil Advances as China Plans Economic Boost, Red Sea Risks Grow

Oil rose for a second day after top importer China said it would take steps to revive consumption by boosting incomes, and the US ordered fresh attacks on the Houthis in Yemen.

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67 h. ago Asia to Extend Stock Rally on New Chinese Measures: Markets Wrap

A relief rally in global stocks is expected to gather pace in Asia after China said it would take steps to revive consumption in the world’s second largest economy.

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67 h. ago Asian Stocks Rise on China Hopes, US Futures Slip: Markets Wrap

Asian shares climbed after China pledged more steps to revive consumption. US equity futures slid as Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent dismissed the market’s recent decline as healthy.

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67 h. ago Asian Stocks Gain on China Data, US Futures Slip: Markets Wrap

Asian shares rose after data showed consumption in China grew faster to start the year. US equity futures slid as Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent dismissed the market’s recent decline as healthy.

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4 d. ago Toronto goes green as St. Patrick’s Day Parade set for Sunday

Torontonians will be seeing a lot of green this weekend. The 36th annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade is set to take place rain or shine beginning at noon on Sunday. The parade will move east along Bloor St. W. from St. George St. to Yonge St. before the procession continues south along Yonge St. to […]

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5 d. ago Airline known for providing staff free housing is hiring in Toronto

It's a particularly tough time to secure a job in Toronto right now, especially one that can cover the high costs of rent, food and other rising expenses of living in the city.But, one international airline that's looking for Toronto talent right now boasts some pretty great work perks, the most attractive of which is free company-provided accommodation.Emirates, which is regularly rated one of the world's best carriers, has been hosting career fairs across Canada to fill a number of cabin crew roles.It held one such event at the Novotel Toronto in January, and is back with yet another hiring spree at the same location this month.Candidates interested taking advantage of a tax-free salary plus medical benefits, a number of travel and lifestyle discounts, and the aforementioned free rent in Emirates' home base of Dubai, can head to Novotel at 45 The Esplanade at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, March 25 for the event, which will take place all day.Staff will be on-site to ...

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5 d. ago U.S. stocks rally, but market outlook remains hazy amid Trump’s tariffs

The S&P 500 was one per cent higher in morning trading, a day after closing more than 10 per cent below its record for its first “ correction ” since 2023.

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5 d. ago Trade war turmoil topples Canada’s main financial market from its all

NEW YORK (AP) — Trade war turmoil is weighing heavily on financial markets in Canada. Canada’s main stock index has been tumbling along with U.S. indexes since President Donald Trump initiated a trade war with his North American neighbors. Mexico’s main stock index has remained relatively steady following measures from the Mexican government to stabilize […]

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5 d. ago US Stock Futures Advance as Risk of Shutdown Eases: Markets Wrap

US equity futures climbed as signs that lawmakers in Washington will avoid a government shutdown brightened sentiment.

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6 d. ago Stagflation Trade Emerges as Rare Winner in US Stock Market Rout

There have been few winning strategies to seek refuge in as the stock rout sparked by President Donald Trump’s start-stop tariff war drags on for a third week. One, though, is soaring right now: a pair trade that bets on stocks that thrives in an economy sinking into stagflation.

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6 d. ago TSX rises, U.S. markets mixed after more tariffs take effect, BoC cuts rate

Canada’s main stock index rose Wednesday while U.S. markets were mixed, after 25% tariffs on U.S. imports of steel and aluminum officially kicked in and the Bank of Canada cut its key lending rate by a quarter-point to 2.75 per cent. The S&P/TSX composite index was up 175.14 points at 24,423.34. In New York, the […]

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7 d. ago Investors Wonder If Any Rally Can Stick as S&P Surrenders Gains

The stock market’s quick burst out of the gate Wednesday morning faded just as fast, sending more than 300 S&P 500 Index stocks lower in less than two hours, meaning investors seeking a bottom in the market probably should keep looking.

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7 d. ago Beyond Oil Announces Strategic Investment at a Premium to Market Price by Clal Insurance, a Leading Israeli Institutional Investor, as Part of Potential Uplisting to a Senior Exchange

Clal Insurance to invest approximately CAD $10.5 million in Beyond Oil at a 10% premium to its stock market trading price, with potential follow-on investment through the exercise of warrants; Beyond Oil commits to pursuing a potential uplisting to a senior exchange in Canada or the U.S. NEW YORK, New York, KIBBUTZ YIFAT, Israel and […]

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7 d. ago These are all the places in Toronto you can get discounts with your PRESTO card

If you have a PRESTO card, you might not know that it can actually unlock some great discounts on events, restaurants, and attractions in Toronto. Besides just using your card to get you from point A to point B, you can take advantage of some exclusive PRESTO discounts that are available for a limited time only. While some discounts are only available this March, others can be enjoyed later in the year. These are all the places you can get a discount in Toronto just by showing your PRESTO card or applying a code online. Events  Toronto Comicon Get ready to geek out over comics, sci-fi, horror, cosplay, anime, and gaming at this three-day convention that takes over the Metro Toronto Convention Centre between March 14 and March 16. On Friday, March 14 only, you can show your PRESTO card at the Comicon box office to save 20 per cent on your Friday single day adult, youth, or family pass admission.     View this post on Instagr...

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7 d. ago Indian Stock Market Rout Wipes Off Over $1 Trillion, Shrinks Global Market Cap

Before the trading day starts we bring you a digest of the key news and events that are likely to move markets. Today we look at:

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7 d. ago Tesla sinks on stock markets and in Bow River near Glenmore Trail

Police called to the area around the Graves Bridge, where officers found a partly submerged blue Tesla sedan

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