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Market Cools as Nvidia’s Blowout Earnings Fail to Ignite Futures

  U.S. stock futures were mixed Thursday morning as investors digested Nvidia’s latest blockbuster earnings—results that impressed on paper but didn’t translate into broad market enthusiasm. Dow futures edged slightly higher, while S&P 500 and Nasdaq futures hovered near the flatline, reflecting a cautious mood across Wall Street. Nvidia delivered strong beats on quarterly revenue and profit, along with guidance that topped expectations. Despite the stellar numbers, the stock’s initial surge faded as traders questioned whether the AI boom can continue delivering outsized returns. Shares ultimately pared gains to under 1% in early trading. The broader market’s hesitation stems from growing concerns about the sustainability of heavy AI investment. Salesforce’s weaker outlook added to the uncertainty, dragging software shares and reinforcing fears that not all tech giants will benefit equally from the AI wave. Meanwhile, geopolitical tensions—including renewed U.S.–Iran nuclea...

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Trudeau Set to Announce Temporary GST Break on Essential Items

 

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is expected to announce a temporary GST break on essential items, responding to affordability pressures faced by Canadians. This announcement, anticipated on Thursday, comes after demands from the New Democratic Party (NDP) for more substantial and permanent tax relief measures.

NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh has stated that while the temporary GST break is a step in the right direction, it falls short of the permanent relief his party has been advocating for. The GST break is part of a broader multi-billion-dollar package aimed at providing immediate financial relief to families struggling with rising costs.

The temporary suspension of the GST will apply to a range of essential items, including certain grocery products, children’s clothing, and other necessities. This measure is expected to take effect before the holiday season, offering some respite to Canadians during a time of increased financial strain.

The announcement is seen as a strategic move by the Liberal government to address growing public dissatisfaction and to break the legislative gridlock that has recently paralyzed the House of Commons. The NDP has indicated their support for the measure, which could help expedite its passage through Parliament.


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