Money Dates | Canadian Money Brief What's Paid, Due or Changing This Week Week of Monday, November 16, 2026 Three dates matter this week: a big inflation report on Monday, then two benefit payments on Thursday and Friday. Here is the week, plus what is coming over the next five weeks. This Week: Nov 16 to 22 Date What What to know Mon, Nov 16 8:30 am ET October inflation report (CPI) Statistics Canada's CPI for October. September came in at 3.1%, up from 3.0% in August. The Bank of Canada watches this before its Dec 9 decision. Thu, Nov 19 Canada Disability Benefit Up to $204.20 a month. Paid on the third Thursday of each month. Fri, Nov 20 Canada Child Benefit (CCB) Up to $679.75 a month for each child under 6 and $573.58 for each child aged 6 to 17, for families under the income threshold. Not this week: CPP and OAS (Nov 26). The Groceries and Essentials Benefit, formerly the GST/HST credit, is not paid again until Jan 5, 2027. The Ontario Trillium Benefit was paid Nov 10....
Dow Hits 40,000 for the First Time as Bull Market Accelerates
Wall Street advanced into uncharted territory on Thursday, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average topping 40,000 for the first time after a blowout earnings report from Walmart cast a positive light on the U.S. economy. The Dow rose about 0.4%, closing at a new all-time high above the 40,000 threshold. Meanwhile, the S&P 500 added about 0.3%, just below a record finish, and the tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite gained 0.4%.
Investors are closely watching second-quarter results from major U.S. banks, including Goldman Sachs, which reported a profit surge of 150% amid investment banking strength. Additionally, BlackRock’s profit beat estimates as assets under management reached a record of $10.6 trillion.
The market’s focus also turned to the potential fallout from an assassination attempt on presidential candidate Donald Trump during a rally. Bets have increased on a win in November’s presidential election for the Republican frontrunner, who is seen as likely to cut taxes, raise trade tariffs, and ease up on regulation.
Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s remarks reinforced market expectations that rate cuts will arrive as soon as September, further influencing investor sentiment. Overall, it’s a dynamic time in the markets, and the Dow’s milestone reflects the ongoing bull market.
Remember to stay informed and keep an eye on market developments!
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