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Weekly Market Snapshot: Records Everywhere as a Blowout Canadian Jobs Report Meets a Shock U.S. Loss

  August 8, 2026 A short, holiday-shortened week still managed to deliver record after record. The TSX, the S&P 500, the Nasdaq, and Europe's major indices all closed the week at or near all-time highs — even as Friday's jobs numbers told two very different stories on either side of the border. Here's everything that moved your money this week, and what to watch next. The Bottom Line The TSX capped its biggest weekly advance in about four months, closing Friday at a record 36,381.23 after Canada added a blowout 75,100 jobs in July (versus 17,800 expected). Wall Street also hit fresh records — but for the opposite reason: US employers unexpectedly cut 23,000 jobs, which markets read as reducing the odds of any further Fed rate hikes. Add in a fourth straight record close for European stocks, a wild swing in oil, and gold pushing toward US$4,400/oz, and it was a week where almost every major asset class ended up higher. 🇨🇦 Canada: TSX's Best Week Since April Canadia...

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5 Simple Tips to Keep Your Home Clutter-Free in 2024

 

A cluttered home can be overwhelming and stressful. Here are five simple tips to help you keep your home organized and clutter-free in 2024:

  1. Declutter regularly: Make it a habit to declutter your home regularly. Go through your belongings and get rid of anything that you no longer need or use. This will help you keep your home organized and free of clutter.

  2. Create a designated space for everything: Everything in your home should have a designated space. This will help you keep your home organized and make it easier to find things when you need them.

  3. Use storage solutions: Use storage solutions such as baskets, bins, and shelves to help you keep your home organized. These solutions can help you maximize your space and keep your home clutter-free.

  4. Avoid impulse buying: Avoid buying things that you don’t need or won’t use. This will help you keep your home clutter-free and save you money in the long run.

  5. Get the whole family involved: Keeping your home clutter-free is a team effort. Get the whole family involved in decluttering and organizing your home. This will help you stay motivated and make the process more fun.

I hope these tips help you keep your home clutter-free in 2024! 

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