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Wall Street Steadies as Trump Softens China Rhetoric, Banks Rebound

U.S. stocks swung between losses and gains on Friday before finding some footing, as President Donald Trump dialed back threats of steep new tariffs on Chinese imports. His remarks helped ease investor concerns over an escalating trade conflict that had rattled markets earlier in the week. The Dow Jones Industrial Average edged higher, while the S&P 500 hovered near the flatline. The Nasdaq Composite pared earlier declines, supported by a rebound in technology shares. Futures trading showed modest gains for the Dow and S&P 500, while Nasdaq contracts remained slightly negative. Regional bank stocks, which had been under pressure amid worries about loan quality and credit risks, also staged a recovery. Analysts noted that while investor sentiment remains fragile, Trump’s comments signaled a willingness to avoid measures that could further destabilize the global economy. Market watchers say volatility is likely to persist as Wall Street weighs trade policy uncertainty agai...

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Chrystia Freeland Announces Bid for Liberal Leadership

In a significant political move, Chrystia Freeland has announced her candidacy for the leadership of the Liberal Party of Canada. Freeland, who previously served as the finance minister and deputy prime minister, is set to officially launch her campaign this Sunday. Her decision comes after a month of speculation following her resignation from the cabinet.

Freeland's entry into the race is expected to intensify the competition, especially with former Bank of Canada governor Mark Carney also vying for the top spot. If successful, Freeland could become Canada's second female prime minister. Early polling indicates that she is a strong contender, with 29% of Canadians expressing support for her leadership.

Freeland's campaign is likely to focus on key issues such as economic stability and climate change, areas where she has previously shown strong leadership. Her candidacy has already sparked discussions about the future direction of the Liberal Party and Canada's political landscape.



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