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Canadian Markets Brief — May 22, 2026: TSX Holds Firm as Oil Breaks $100 Again

  Canadian equities closed Thursday's session in positive territory, with the S&P/TSX Composite Index rising approximately 95 points to 34,257 — buoyed by a surge in energy stocks after the price of West Texas Intermediate crude topped US$100 per barrel for the first time in weeks. The rally in oil helped offset broad weakness in gold and technology shares, keeping the TSX on track for its third consecutive year of gains. Key Numbers at a Glance Indicator Level Change S&P/TSX Composite 34,257 ▲ +95 pts (+0.28%) CAD / USD 72.50¢ US ▼ -0.22¢ WTI Crude Oil (July) US$101.77 / bbl ▲ +US$3.51 Gold (June) US$4,505.30 / oz ▼ -US$30.00 Dow Jones 49,924 ▼ -85 pts Energy Leads; Tech and Gold Lag The energy sector was Thursday's standout performer. Ongoing tensions in the Middle East — including a reported refusal by Iranian leadership to ship enriched uranium abroad despite diplomatic pressure — sent oil prices sharply higher and breathed new life into Canadian energy names. The...

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Shrimp Orzo with Feta


  • Ingredients:

    • Orzo pasta
    • Olive oil
    • Garlic
    • Tomatoes
    • Lemon juice
    • Shrimp
    • Cilantro
    • Pepper
    • Feta cheese
  • Instructions:

    1. Cook orzo as per package directions.
    2. In a skillet, heat oil and cook garlic for 1 minute.
    3. Add tomatoes and lemon juice, bring to a boil.
    4. Add shrimp and simmer until pink (4-5 minutes).
    5. Drain orzo and mix with shrimp, cilantro, and pepper.
    6. Heat through and sprinkle with feta cheese.

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