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Weekly Market Snapshot: Stocks Rally Despite Nvidia Shock and 5% Treasury Yields (Nov 9–13, 2026)

Canadian Money Brief | Weekly Market Snapshot Stocks Rally Despite Nvidia Shock and 5% Treasury Yields Week of November 9–13, 2026 | Published Sunday, November 15, 2026 Wall Street had its best week since August, the TSX eked out a gain, and the Canadian dollar took a beating. Here is what moved markets from November 9 to 13, and what it could mean for your mortgage, your savings and your portfolio. The week in four lines TSX: up 0.9% to 36,105.90, a smaller gain than the U.S. as gold and base metals sold off. Wall Street: S&P 500 up 2.5% and Nasdaq up 2.3%, despite a hot inflation print and Nvidia’s CEO resigning. Bonds and the loonie: the U.S. 10-year yield hit about 5.15%, and the Canadian dollar slid to about 70.1¢ US. Commodities: oil fell for a second straight week, while gold dropped 4.6% to below US$4,000. Canada: TSX Edges Higher, Loonie Slides The S&P/TSX Composite finished Friday at 36,105.90 , down 31.29 points on the day but up about 317 points, or 0.9%, from t...

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Tragedy Strikes Sumy: Over 30 Lives Lost in Missile Attack

In a devastating turn of events, a Russian missile strike on the Ukrainian city of Sumy has claimed the lives of at least 32 people, including children, and left 84 others injured. The attack occurred on Palm Sunday, a day meant for peace and reflection, as two ballistic missiles struck the city center around 10:15 a.m. local time.

The aftermath painted a grim picture, with rescue teams working tirelessly amidst the rubble of destroyed buildings and burnt-out vehicles. Acting Mayor Artem Kobzar described the incident as a "terrible tragedy," emphasizing the profound loss felt by the community.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy condemned the attack, calling for a global response to what he described as acts of terror. This strike marks yet another escalation in the ongoing conflict, highlighting the urgent need for international intervention and a push towards peace.

The attack on Sumy is a stark reminder of the human cost of war, leaving a community in mourning and the world grappling with the consequences of prolonged conflict.

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