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TSX Surges 1.35% as Nvidia Beats and Oil Retreats Below $100

  TSX Surges 1.35% as Nvidia Beats and Oil Retreats Below $100 A blowout Nvidia earnings report and accelerating US-Iran peace diplomacy conspired to lift Canadian equities, while a sharp drop in crude oil — below the psychologically important $100 mark — offered relief to consumers and rate-watchers alike. TSX 34,197.87 ▲ +1.35% CAD/USD 0.7275 ▼ −0.02% WTI Crude $97.83 ▼ −6.07% Gold $4,518/oz ▼ −0.38% Bitcoin CAD $106,195 ▲ +0.79% Market Overview Bay Street Bounces Back Canadian equities logged their best single-day gain in weeks on Thursday as two powerful tailwinds converged: Nvidia's standout quarterly results lifted North American tech sentiment broadly, while peace-talk progress between the US and Iran sent oil prices tumbling more than six percent. The S&P/TSX Composite Index climbed to 34,197.87, recovering the ground lost during Tuesday's selloff and then some. The Nvidia Effect Chipmaker Beats Estimates, Rewards Shareholders After Wednesday's close, Nvidia rep...
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Spring Forward: Daylight Saving Time in Canada

As the winter chill begins to fade and the promise of spring looms on the horizon, Canadians prepare to embrace longer days and shorter nights. The eagerly awaited transition to Daylight Saving Time (DST) marks the end of standard time, as clocks across the country spring forward by one hour. This year, DST begins on Sunday, March 9, 2025, at 2 a.m. local time.

While the adjustment might mean losing an hour of precious sleep, the benefits of DST are well worth the initial grogginess. The extra daylight in the evenings encourages outdoor activities, boosts mental well-being, and provides a sense of rejuvenation after the long, dark winter months. Communities come alive as residents take advantage of the extended daylight to socialize, exercise, and engage in various recreational pursuits.

Historically, DST was introduced to make better use of daylight during the longer days of spring and summer. The practice was first implemented during World War I as a means to conserve energy. Over the years, it has evolved into a tradition that many Canadians eagerly anticipate.

As you set your clocks forward this weekend, take a moment to relish the thought of longer, sunlit evenings and the opportunities they bring. Whether it's a leisurely stroll in the park, a family barbecue, or simply soaking up the golden hour, the extra daylight is a gift to cherish.


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