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Weekly Market Snapshot: Geopolitical Fog Meets Earnings Season as Markets Grind Higher

Week ending April 24, 2026 | Canadian Money Brief – moneysavings.ca Markets this week found themselves caught between two powerful forces: a roaring U.S. earnings season pushing stocks to fresh records, and a simmering Middle East conflict keeping oil elevated and investor nerves frayed. For Canadians, that makes for a complicated but important picture heading into the last week of April. TSX Composite: Stuck in the Mud The S&P/TSX Composite spent the week trading in a tight band near the 34,000 mark, unable to mount a meaningful rally. Tuesday delivered a sharp blow — the index plunged over 550 points to close at 33,808 as U.S.-Iran ceasefire talks collapsed after U.S. Vice President JD Vance abruptly cancelled his Pakistan trip, where he was set to lead negotiations. Wednesday brought a partial recovery, with the TSX adding roughly 0.4% to close at 33,955 , helped by gains in energy and mining stocks following President Trump's announcement of an indefinite ceasefire ex...

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Biden's Debate Performance: A Missed Opportunity

 

Joe Biden’s debate performance has been a topic of concern for Democrats. During the recent debate, he stumbled and struggled to defend his record. 

His hoarse voice and incorrect statements raised alarm bells among his supporters.  Some even called for an open convention, questioning whether he’s the right candidate to face Donald Trump in the upcoming election. 

While Biden did recover somewhat during the debate, the initial impression left Democrats worried about his ability to lead the party forward. It’s a critical moment as voters tune in, and first impressions matter. Let’s see how this unfolds in the coming months. 

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