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5 Things to Know Today (Nov 13): Gold Slump, Weak Loonie, BoC Odds & Nvidia

  Canadian Money Brief • Friday, November 13, 2026 Gold is sliding, the loonie is sagging, and Monday's inflation report looms over the Bank of Canada's next move. Here are the five things Canadians should know before the weekend. 1 Gold slump drags the TSX lower The S&P/TSX Composite fell 274.53 points (-0.75%) to 36,137.19 on Thursday as materials sank 3.2% and gold dropped about 3% to roughly US$3,878 an ounce, its lowest level in more than a year. Wall Street slipped too: Dow 52,297.09, S&P 500 7,592.40, Nasdaq 25,366.09. The TSX is now about 2.5% below its August record of 37,069. Futures were flat early Friday as gold bounced 0.4%. What it means for you: Gold miners carry real weight in Canadian index funds. Check how much of your TFSA or RRSP leans on materials, and avoid reacting to a single down day. 2 Loonie slips to a one-month low as US inflation widens the rate gap The Canadian dollar closed Thursday at US$0.7015 (C$1.4255 per US$1), its weakest close si...
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Bitcoin Hits Record High, Analysts Predict $100,000 Milestone

 

Bitcoin surged to a new all-time high this week, surpassing $70,000 amid growing optimism about institutional adoption and a favorable regulatory outlook. The milestone has reignited discussions about the cryptocurrency’s potential to reach $100,000, a target long anticipated by bullish investors and analysts.

The rally comes as major financial institutions increasingly embrace Bitcoin. Recent developments, including the approval of Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and heightened interest from large asset managers, have fueled demand. Additionally, global economic uncertainties and inflation concerns have bolstered Bitcoin’s appeal as a hedge.

Market experts suggest the psychological $100,000 mark could be achievable by early 2025 if current trends persist. “Bitcoin’s scarcity, combined with growing institutional involvement, creates a strong foundation for long-term growth,” said a report from Glassnode.

However, analysts caution against potential volatility, noting that Bitcoin’s price movements often correlate with shifts in market sentiment and macroeconomic developments.

As Bitcoin continues its upward trajectory, its role in the global financial ecosystem appears increasingly significant, sparking renewed interest from retail and institutional investors alike.


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