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Weekly Market Snapshot: Yields at Multi-Decade Highs, Oil Eases on Hormuz Hopes — Week of Sept. 22–26, 2026

Week of September 22–26, 2026 It was a week of two forces tugging in opposite directions. Bond yields surged to levels not seen since 2004–2007, driven by resilient US economic data, hawkish Fed signals, and oil-driven inflation fears — putting pressure on equities and the Canadian dollar. Then, late in the week, reports emerged that US and Iranian negotiators were exploring a phased deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Oil pulled back sharply Friday, yields stabilized, and markets found enough relief to post a partial recovery. The TSX finished the week slightly lower but well off its worst levels, while US indices managed a weekly gain. 🍁 Canada — TSX & the Loonie The S&P/TSX Composite entered the week near 35,800 and, after a volatile ride, closed Friday around the same level — giving up roughly 0.3% on the week. Mid-week selling was driven by the same forces pressuring global markets: surging US Treasury yields, a rising oil-inflation premium, and investor nervousness ahea...
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U.S. Probes Leak of Classified Documents on Israel’s Attack Plans

 

The United States government has launched an investigation into the unauthorized release of highly classified documents detailing Israel’s plans to attack Iran. These documents, marked as top secret, were posted on the Telegram messaging app and first reported by CNN and Axios.

The leaked documents provide a detailed assessment of Israel’s military strategies and capabilities, including sensitive information that suggests Israel possesses nuclear weapons. The authenticity of the documents has been confirmed by multiple U.S. officials, who have expressed concern over the potential implications of this breach.

The investigation aims to identify the source of the leak and assess the potential damage to national security and international relations. This incident underscores the ongoing challenges in safeguarding classified information in the digital age.

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