TSX Gains, US Futures Dip as Iran Talks Stall and Salesforce Earnings Loom
Wednesday, May 27, 2026 | Canadian Money Brief — moneysavings.ca Global markets are starting Wednesday on a cautious note. After a strong Tuesday session on Wall Street and a solid gain on the TSX, pre-market futures are pointing lower as geopolitical uncertainty around the US-Iran conflict and the Strait of Hormuz reasserts itself. Meanwhile, a packed earnings calendar — led by Salesforce after the bell — is keeping traders on their toes. TSX — Canada The S&P/TSX Composite closed Monday (May 25) at 34,830.89, up 1.04% (+359.53 points) — its highest level in weeks — riding optimism around a potential US-Iran agreement and a surge in mining stocks. Gold-linked names were front and centre: Agnico Eagle gained 4.6%, Barrick rose 4.2%, and Wheaton Precious Metals added 5.6% as gold prices climbed. Energy stocks were the main laggards, with Canadian Natural falling 3.6% and Suncor losing 3% as crude pulled back below $100 on hopes of a Hormuz reopening. Investor attention this we...
Comments
Post a Comment