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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...
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Canadian Excel Maestro Claims World Spreadsheet Championship Title

 

Michael Jarman, a financial modelling director from Toronto, has been crowned the new world champion of managing spreadsheets in Microsoft Excel. Jarman clinched the title at the Microsoft Excel World Championships held in Las Vegas on December 4, 2024, defeating Australia's three-time champion Andrew Ngai in a thrilling finale.

The competition, which is akin to an esports event, required participants to build and manage spreadsheets to perform tasks and solve problems based on a World of Warcraft theme. Jarman's victory came after an intense final round where he successfully tracked various game statistics, including experience points and health, under immense pressure.

For his remarkable skills, Jarman took home a $5,000 prize and the event's signature championship belt. "It was an amazing feeling," Jarman said. "It's definitely a really great memory for me, and will be for a long time."

Jarman's triumph not only highlights his exceptional Excel abilities but also showcases the growing popularity of spreadsheet competitions as a unique and entertaining sport.



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