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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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Euro 2024: Fans’ Fever Pitch Ahead of Historic Final

 

The anticipation is palpable as England and Spain gear up for the Euro 2024 final in Berlin’s Olympiastadion. Tens of thousands of England fans have flooded the German capital, with every bar, café, and fan zone buzzing with excitement. Here’s a glimpse of the atmosphere:

  1. Passionate Fans: England supporters have already declared themselves champions, with one fan even getting a tattoo of a trophy and the words “England Euro 2024 Winners.” Spanish fans are equally optimistic, hoping for last-minute tickets.

  2. Brandenburg Gate Hotspot: The iconic Brandenburg Gate has become a hub for fans from both nations, dressed in their football Sunday best. Flags, cheers, and camaraderie fill the air.

  3. Berlin Transformed: Central Berlin is awash in team colors as fans deck out the city. Football fever has taken over, and the historic backdrop of the Brandenburg Gate adds to the excitement.

Get ready for an unforgettable showdown! 

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