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Daily Markets Update: Oil Rattles TSX Ahead of BoC Hike Week | Oct 26

  Canadian Money Brief • Daily Markets Update Monday, October 26, 2026 • Covers Friday’s North American and European closes plus Monday’s Asian session Oil took over from AI as the market’s main worry on Friday. Crude jumped above US$100 on fresh attacks on Saudi Arabia, the S&P/TSX Composite finished the week lower, and Wall Street logged a second straight weekly loss for the S&P 500. Monday brought a small reprieve: oil slipped after no weekend escalation in the Iran war, and most Asian and European markets steadied — just ahead of a week stacked with central bank decisions, including the Bank of Canada on Wednesday. The 30-second version TSX: 35,788.18 , down 185.27 points (−0.52%) Friday; −1.07% on the week. Wall Street: Dow −1.2%, S&P 500 −0.5%, Nasdaq −0.2%. Oil: WTI settled at US$103.27 ; Brent at US$116.72 . Loonie: 71.46¢ US , a five-week high. Bank of Canada: markets price roughly an 80% chance of a hike to 2.50% on Wednesday. Canada: TSX Ends the Week in the...

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Mark Carney's Resounding Victory: A New Era for the Liberal Party


Mark Carney has been elected as the new leader of the Liberal Party in a decisive landslide victory, capturing nearly 86% of the vote. This marks a significant moment in Canadian politics, as Carney, a former governor of the Bank of Canada and the Bank of England, steps into the political spotlight with a strong mandate from his party.

Carney's leadership comes at a pivotal time, with the Liberal Party gearing up for an anticipated federal election. His economic expertise and fresh perspective are seen as key assets in addressing Canada's pressing challenges. In his victory speech, Carney emphasized the need for bold changes guided by Canadian values, signaling a shift in the party's direction.

Outgoing Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has pledged to assist with the transition, while Carney prepares to appoint his cabinet and outline his vision for the country's future. The political landscape is set for a dynamic shift as Carney takes the helm of the Liberal Party.

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