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10 Proven Ways Canadian Families Can Save Big on Groceries This Summer

  Published on moneysavings.ca | Personal Finance & Everyday Savings If you've been to a Canadian grocery store lately, you already know — the sticker shock is real. Feeding a family in Canada has become one of the biggest household expenses, and with food prices still elevated, many families are looking for smart, practical ways to stretch every dollar. The good news? You don't have to sacrifice quality or go hungry to save big. With a few simple habit changes, many Canadian families are cutting hundreds of dollars off their monthly grocery bills. Here are 10 strategies you can start using today. 1. Shop the "Reduced for Quick Sale" Section First Every major grocery store in Canada — from Loblaws to Sobeys to Walmart — has a section dedicated to items nearing their best-before date. These items are often marked down by 30–50%, and they're perfectly good to eat within a day or two (or freeze immediately). Make it a habit to check this section the moment...

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Market Surge After Trump Rally Incident

 

Following the recent incident at a Pennsylvania rally where former President Donald Trump was shot in the ear, financial markets experienced notable movements. Here are the key highlights:

  1. Trump Media & Technology Group (TMTG) Shares Surge:

    • Shares of Trump Media & Technology Group (TMTG), the parent company of social media platform Truth Social, soared by 67% in premarket trading. Trump owns a majority stake in TMTG, which was worth about $3.8 billion as of June 25, 2024.
    • The surge in TMTG stock reflects investors’ anticipation that Trump’s odds of winning the election have risen following the assassination attempt.
    • Retail traders have been betting on a Trump victory, and this recent incident further fueled their confidence.
  2. Crypto Stocks React:

    • The intersection between political events and crypto price movements became evident. The Solana memecoin TRUMP (MAGA) surged by 42% within minutes of the news breaking, while Bitcoin climbed past the $59,000 mark.
    • Trump’s crypto-friendly stance has contributed to the positive sentiment in the crypto market.
    • Crypto exchange Coinbase Global, bitcoin miners Riot Platforms Inc, and Marathon Digital also saw gains of 6% to 7%.
  3. Other Market Reactions:

    • The broader US market remained subdued, with futures tied to the S&P 500 edging up by 0.4%.
    • Gun maker Smith & Wesson Brands gained 2.7%, as gun stocks tend to rise after mass shootings.
    • Prison stocks Geo Group and CoreCivic rose about 7%, potentially benefiting from Trump’s promised crackdown on illegal immigration.
    • Software developer Phunware and video-sharing platform Rumble also saw significant increases in their stock prices.

While these market movements reflect the immediate impact of the incident, it’s essential to keep an eye on further developments as the US election campaign continues. 





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