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5 Things to Know Today: Markets Near Records, Rates Hold, Oil Eases

  Here's what Canadian money watchers need to know as we head into the week: 1. TSX Hits Record Territory Amid Diplomatic Optimism The S&P/TSX Composite Index is hovering near 35,000 , approaching record levels as markets digest positive signals from U.S.-Iran negotiations. Senior officials say a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz could be signed at next week's G7 summit, easing geopolitical tensions and supporting oil-sensitive sectors. Financial stocks led gains—RBC, TD, and BMO all rose about 0.5–1%—while mining names like Agnico Eagle and WPM climbed despite softer gold prices. What it means for your wallet: A more stable geopolitical backdrop and lower oil prices could ease inflation concerns, improving conditions for your savings and investments. 2. Bank of Canada Holds Rates at 2.25% for Fifth Time On June 10, the BoC kept its benchmark overnight rate steady at 2.25% —marking five consecutive holds since October 2025. Governor Tiff Macklem cited a "two-directi...
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How the Liberals plan to tackle inflation, climate change, and political woes in the fall economic update

 


The fall economic update is a crucial moment for the Liberal government, as it faces mounting pressure from opposition parties, provinces, businesses and civil society groups to address the ongoing challenges.

Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland is set to present the fall economic statement on Tuesday, a document that will make billions in loans available for homebuilders and earmark a fund for affordable housing.

The update, will reveal the state of the federal finances and outline the government's spending plans for the next fiscal year. However, the Liberals have a narrow window of opportunity to advance their agenda, as they hold a minority of seats in the House of Commons and depend on the support of other parties to pass legislation. With the possibility of an election looming in 2024, the Liberals are running out of time to deliver on their promises and convince Canadians that they have a vision for the future.

Here are some of the challenges and opportunities facing the Liberal government as it prepares to deliver its fall economic statement. 

  • Economic slowdown: The Canadian economy is expected to grow by only 1.7 per cent this year, down from 3 per cent in 2021, due to factors such as supply chain disruptions, labour shortages, and high inflation.
  • Political pressure: The Liberals are trailing the Conservatives in the polls, and face criticism from opposition parties and provincial premiers over their handling of the pandemic, health care, and climate change.
  • Fiscal constraints: The Liberals have already spent more than $600 billion on pandemic relief measures, and have committed to new spending on social programs, infrastructure, and reconciliation. However, they also have to balance the budget by 2028 and keep the debt-to-GDP ratio stable.
  • Cost-of-living measures: The Liberals are expected to announce targeted measures to help low- and middle-income Canadians cope with rising prices, such as increasing the Canada Child Benefit, expanding the Canada Workers Benefit, and extending the rent subsidy.
  • Green growth: The Liberals are also likely to unveil initiatives to support the transition to a low-carbon economy, such as creating a Canada Growth Fund to attract private investment in clean technology, offering tax credits for renewable electricity and hydrogen production, and introducing a tax on corporate share buybacks.
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