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Daily Markets Update: New U.S. Tariffs on Canada, Oil Slips, Wall Street Eyes Big Tech Earnings

  Tuesday, July 21, 2026 Canadian investors have a lot to digest this morning. Washington slapped a fresh 50% tariff on a long list of Canadian goods late Monday, the TSX closed at a 12-day low, and oil prices are easing even as the U.S.-Iran conflict grinds on. Meanwhile, U.S. futures are pointing higher on a chip-stock rebound heading into a heavy week of earnings. Here's what moved markets overnight and what it means for your money. Top Story: New 50% U.S. Tariff on Canadian Goods President Trump signed proclamations Monday imposing a 50% tariff on a wide range of Canadian products — including wine, dairy, furniture, hockey equipment, cement, plywood, swimming pools and clothing — citing "discriminatory treatment" of U.S. alcohol, autos and dairy. The tariffs take effect August 19 and, unlike earlier rounds, apply even to goods that qualify for duty-free treatment under CUSMA. Energy, potash, critical minerals and goods already covered by existing Section 232 tariffs (...
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S&P 500 and Nasdaq Set to Jump as Nvidia Surge Continues


US stock indexes are poised for gains early today as Nvidia’s record-breaking surge continues. The tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite futures lead the way, up about 0.7%, while S&P 500 futures point up around 0.4%. This follows the S&P 500’s 31st record close of the year on Tuesday.

Nvidia’s meteoric rise has captured investors’ attention, with its stock up more than 170% so far this year. Just two weeks after dethroning Apple as the No. 2 most valuable company, Nvidia now claims the title of the world’s most valuable public company, surpassing Microsoft.

Elsewhere, global central banks are in focus, with the Swiss National Bank cutting rates for the second time this year. The Bank of England maintains its benchmark rate at a 16-year high but signals a potential rate cut in the summer. In the US, traders continue to bet on a Fed rate cut by September.

Keep an eye on weekly jobless claims data today for further insights into the macroeconomic landscape.


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