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Markets Update: TSX Climbs, Brazil Crashes 14% as BoC Hike Looms (Oct. 27)

  Canada's main index gained ground Monday as softer oil and a rebound in tech lifted markets worldwide, but the real drama was in Brazil, where stocks plunged almost 14% in a single session. With the Bank of Canada and the Fed both deciding on rates Wednesday, traders are positioning for a big week. 🇨🇦 Canada: TSX Rebounds The S&P/TSX Composite closed at 35,944.16, up 155.98 points (+0.44%) , recovering from Friday's 35,788.18 close. Financials led the way (+0.81%), while energy edged up 0.44% even as crude slipped. The index remains about 2.7% below its late-August record of 36,957.63. The loonie slipped to roughly 71.3 US cents from 71.46 on Friday, as the U.S. dollar gained against most major currencies. Canada Close Change S&P/TSX Composite 35,944.16 ▲ +0.44% TSX Financials 754.94 ▲ +0.81% TSX Energy 493.87 ▲ +0.44% Canadian dollar (US¢) ~71.3 ▼ from 71.46 🇺🇸 United States: Tech Leads a Rebound Wall Street snapped back after two straight weekly losses. Oil...
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Historic Super Bowl LIX: President Trump and Taylor Swift Attend

 

Super Bowl LIX, held at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans on February 9, 2025, was a star-studded event featuring notable attendees such as President Donald Trump and pop icon Taylor Swift. This marks the first time a sitting U.S. president has attended the Super Bowl. 

President Trump, accompanied by his family and several Republican senators, attended the game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles. In a pre-game interview, he predicted a victory for the Chiefs, praising quarterback Patrick Mahomes and his wife, Brittany, who has shown support for Trump on social media. 

Taylor Swift attended the game to support her boyfriend, Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce. She was seen wearing an oversized white blazer, denim shorts, and white over-the-knee boots, accessorized with a ruby-encrusted "T" pendant necklace co-designed with Lorraine Schwartz. Swift was accompanied by friends Ashley Avignone and rapper Ice Spice. 

Other celebrities in attendance included Jay-Z with his daughters, Meghan Thee Stallion, Kevin Costner, Adam Sandler, and Lionel Messi. 

The game itself was a thrilling contest, with the Chiefs aiming for a third consecutive Super Bowl title. The Eagles, led by quarterback Jalen Hurts, showcased a strong defense and effective offensive plays. The halftime show featured a performance by Kendrick Lamar, adding to the event's entertainment value. 

Super Bowl LIX not only highlighted exceptional athleticism but also underscored the cultural significance of the event, drawing a diverse array of celebrities and public figures.


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