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Oil Surges Toward $95 as Iran Conflict Escalates: Markets Update for July 22

  Wednesday, July 22, 2026  Canadian markets clawed back Monday's losses on Tuesday, but that relief is already under pressure this morning. Crude oil jumped past $94 a barrel overnight after an 11th straight round of U.S. strikes on Iran, and U.S. futures are pointing lower as investors weigh higher energy costs against a busy week of tech earnings. Here's what moved markets and what it means for your wallet. 🇨🇦 TSX: Snapping Back From a 12-Day Low The S&P/TSX Composite rebounded +408.76 points (+1.17%) to close at 35,369.08 on Tuesday, recovering most of Monday's 303-point drop that had pushed the index to a 12-day low. Energy and mining names led the bounce as commodity prices firmed, while financials — Monday's biggest drag — steadied. Index Close Change S&P/TSX Composite 35,369.08 +408.76 (+1.17%) Note: figures reflect Tuesday's (July 21) close, the most recent completed TSX session as of this morning's report. 🇺🇸 US Markets: Chip Stocks Carry...
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Wall Street's Balancing Act: Tariff Talks and Market Movements

U.S. stock futures dipped slightly today as investors assessed the implications of easing tariff tensions between the United States and China. This comes after President Trump hinted at scaling back the hefty tariffs on Chinese imports, which have been a major point of contention in global trade relations.

While optimism surrounding trade negotiations has buoyed the market in recent sessions, mixed signals from both nations have left investors cautious. The Dow Jones Industrial Average futures fell by 0.4%, while Nasdaq and S&P 500 futures also showed minor declines. Tech stocks, which had rallied earlier in the week, are now facing a more subdued outlook as the market awaits further clarity on trade policies.

In addition to trade developments, corporate earnings reports are adding another layer of complexity to market dynamics. Companies like Alphabet and Intel have reported contrasting results, influencing sector-specific movements.

As Wall Street navigates these uncertainties, the focus remains on how easing tariff tensions and corporate performance will shape the broader economic landscape. 


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