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TSX Eyes Gains as Trump-Xi Summit Looms and Oil Steadies Near $95

Canadian Money Brief · Monday, May 11, 2026 Canadian equities are set for a cautious but constructive open this Monday as investors balance a packed macro calendar against an energy sector still reeling from one of its most volatile weeks in recent memory. TSX at a Glance The S&P/TSX Composite closed Friday at 34,077.76 , up 221 points (+0.65%) to cap a week dominated by whipsaw oil moves and a fragile Middle East ceasefire. The energy sector has led TSX gains over the past seven days — up roughly 5% — even as WTI crude fell about 7% on the week, settling near $95.42 per barrel . That apparent contradiction reflects Canadian producers' longer-term optimism on supply tightness rather than any single day's price swing. For the year, the TSX is up approximately 35%, outpacing most major global benchmarks. The Big Story: Trump Heads to Beijing All eyes this week will be on Washington and Beijing. President Donald Trump is scheduled to arrive in China on Wednesday , with formal ...
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Tensions Escalate as Iran Warns Israel Against Retaliation

 

On October 17, Iran issued a stern warning to Israel against any retaliatory actions following a recent missile barrage. This warning comes as Israel intensifies its military operations in Lebanon, targeting the Tehran-backed Hezbollah.

The commander of Iran’s Revolutionary Guards emphasized that any Israeli attack would be met with a stronger response, highlighting the fragile and volatile nature of the current situation. This development follows a series of escalations, including a significant missile attack by Iran on October 1, which has further strained relations between the two nations.

As both sides prepare for potential further conflict, the international community watches closely, concerned about the broader implications for regional stability.


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