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5 Things to Know Today — September 27, 2026

  Sunday, September 27, 2026  |  MoneySavings.ca A milestone in the Canada-US trade war hits at midnight, the Bank of Canada's rate decision is now a near-coin-flip, and Canada's economic pivot to China is showing real results. Here are the five things that matter for your wallet today. 01 OF 05 The US Alcohol Import Ban Takes Effect Tonight at Midnight At 12:01 a.m. Eastern tonight, the United States stops accepting new shipments of packaged Canadian beer, wine, cider, and spirits. The ban was signed by President Trump on September 8 under Section 338 of the Tariff Act of 1930, escalating the trade dispute beyond the 50% tariffs that took effect on August 22. Everything already on US store shelves stays there and can still be sold — the ban stops restocking, not consumption. Goods imported before tonight but not yet cleared through customs remain subject to the 50% duty rather than the ban. Bulk spirits shipped in containers over four litres are exempt; consumer-sized bo...

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Market Momentum Continues Post-Fed Meeting

 

The financial markets have maintained their upward trajectory following the recent Federal Reserve meeting. Investors have been encouraged by the Fed’s signals of a potential pivot in monetary policy, leading to a rally in both shares and bonds.

  • Global Gains: The MSCI world share index is on track for its seventh consecutive week of gains, a streak not seen in six years. European and Asian markets have also seen significant rises.
  • Fed’s Dovish Stance: The Fed’s dovish outlook, coupled with Chair Jerome Powell’s remarks on the end of tightening measures, has fueled optimism. Markets are now pricing in substantial rate cuts for the coming year.
  • Bond Market Rally: The 10-year Treasury yield has dipped below 4%, with a notable weekly decline, reflecting the largest drop since the early pandemic days in March 2020.
  • Mixed Economic Signals: Despite positive market movements, preliminary PMI data indicates continued challenges in the euro zone economy, potentially questioning the ECB’s current stance.

This sustained market performance highlights investor confidence in the face of changing central bank policies and varied economic indicators.

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