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Markets Soar to Record Highs as Loonie Rebounds Amid Trade Optimism

North American stock markets kicked off July with a bang, as the TSX, S&P 500, and Nasdaq all closed at record highs  on Monday, buoyed by strong tech performance and renewed optimism around global trade negotiations. The S&P 500 rose 0.52% to 6,204.95 , while the Nasdaq climbed 0.48% to 20,369.73 , both notching fresh all-time highs. The Dow Jones Industrial Average added 275 points , closing at 44,094.77. Canada’s TSX Composite Index also surged , reflecting investor confidence in the domestic economy and easing geopolitical tensions. Driving the rally were heavyweight tech stocks like Nvidia, Meta, and Microsoft, which continued to benefit from investor enthusiasm around artificial intelligence and digital transformation. The momentum was further supported by Canada’s decision to scrap its digital services tax, a move seen as a goodwill gesture to advance trade talks with the U.S.. Meanwhile, the Canadian dollar (loonie) rebounded  from last week’s dip, recovering g...

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Yemen’s Houthi Rebels Launch Missile at U.S. Warship in Gulf of Aden

 


Yemen’s Houthi rebels have launched a missile at a U.S. warship patrolling the Gulf of Aden, forcing it to shoot down the projectile. This marks a further escalation in the biggest confrontation at sea the U.S. Navy has seen in the Middle East in decades. 

The attack on the destroyer USS Carney is the first time the Houthis directly targeted a U.S. warship since the rebels began their attacks on shipping in October. The missile was successfully shot down by USS Carney, and there were no injuries or damage reported.

The conflict in the Middle East has been escalating for years, and this recent attack is a reminder of the ongoing tensions in the region. The U.S. Navy has been involved in the Middle East for decades, and this latest attack highlights the dangers that sailors face while patrolling the region’s waters.


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