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Market Cools as Nvidia’s Blowout Earnings Fail to Ignite Futures

  U.S. stock futures were mixed Thursday morning as investors digested Nvidia’s latest blockbuster earnings—results that impressed on paper but didn’t translate into broad market enthusiasm. Dow futures edged slightly higher, while S&P 500 and Nasdaq futures hovered near the flatline, reflecting a cautious mood across Wall Street. Nvidia delivered strong beats on quarterly revenue and profit, along with guidance that topped expectations. Despite the stellar numbers, the stock’s initial surge faded as traders questioned whether the AI boom can continue delivering outsized returns. Shares ultimately pared gains to under 1% in early trading. The broader market’s hesitation stems from growing concerns about the sustainability of heavy AI investment. Salesforce’s weaker outlook added to the uncertainty, dragging software shares and reinforcing fears that not all tech giants will benefit equally from the AI wave. Meanwhile, geopolitical tensions—including renewed U.S.–Iran nuclea...
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Canada’s Inflation Rate Eases to 2.7% in June

Canada’s annual inflation rate cooled to 2.7% in June, according to Statistics Canada. This figure came in slightly lower than financial industry consensus expectations. Here are the key points:

  • Monthly Basis: The Consumer Price Index (CPI) decreased by 0.1% in June.
  • Grocery Prices: While overall inflation eased, grocery prices continued to rise.
  • Interest Rate Implications: The Bank of Canada will closely scrutinize these figures as it prepares for its next interest rate decision on July 24.

This decline in inflation follows a period of higher rates during the pandemic. The current rate is nearing the Federal Reserve’s target, signaling a potential stabilization.


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