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5 Things to Know Today – June 9, 2026

  Here are the five stories shaping your money today — from tomorrow's pivotal Bank of Canada decision to a looming trade deadline that could affect every Canadian business. 1. 🏦 Bank of Canada Decides Tomorrow — Hold Expected, But It's Not Simple All eyes are on Ottawa as the Bank of Canada announces its overnight rate decision on Wednesday, June 10 at 9:45 a.m. ET. The benchmark rate currently sits at 2.25%, and a hold is the widely expected outcome. But experts say it's the most uncertain call in months. Canada's economy has slipped into a technical recession — Q1 2026 GDP contracted at an annualized rate of -0.1%, following a downward revision to Q4 2025 (-1.0%). Under normal conditions, that would point toward a rate cut. But with energy-driven inflation climbing to 2.8% in April and geopolitical pressures still unresolved, the Bank is stuck between a rock and a hard place. Governor Tiff Macklem holds a press conference at 10:30 a.m. ET. Markets will be listening ...

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Elon Musk Refocuses on Tesla Amid Profit Decline

Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla, has announced plans to dedicate more time to the electric vehicle company starting in May. This decision comes in the wake of Tesla's first-quarter financial results, which revealed a significant 71% drop in profits, amounting to $409 million, or 12 cents per share. Revenue also fell by 9% to $19.3 billion, missing Wall Street's expectations.

The disappointing financial performance has been attributed to various challenges, including declining sales and backlash over Musk's involvement in the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), a federal initiative aimed at cutting government costs. Critics argue that Musk's political engagements have distracted him from his responsibilities at Tesla, leading to calls from investors for him to refocus on the company.

In response, Musk has assured shareholders that he will scale back his government-related activities and prioritize Tesla's operations. He emphasized the company's resilience, stating that Tesla has weathered tougher times in the past and remains financially stable. Musk also highlighted upcoming initiatives, such as the launch of a more affordable Model Y SUV and a driverless robotaxi service, as part of Tesla's strategy to regain momentum.

Despite the challenges, Musk remains optimistic about Tesla's future, expressing confidence in the company's ability to innovate and adapt in a competitive market.

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