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S&P 500 Knocks on Record's Door as Oil Retreats and Iran Talks Revive — April 15, 2026

MoneySavings.ca  ·  Daily Market Brief Wednesday, April 15, 2026  ·  Morning Edition S&P 500 knocks on record's door as oil retreats and Iran talks revive S&P 500 Futures 7,002 Flat  ·  near all-time high Nasdaq Futures 25,990 Flat  ·  10-day win streak Dow Futures 48,700 ▼ −0.11% WTI Crude $92.52 ▼ Down from $104 peak Markets are pausing for breath on Wednesday after a powerful two-day rally pushed the S&P 500 to within striking distance of its all-time high of 7,002. Futures are holding flat ahead of the open as investors weigh a packed earnings slate and watch U.S.-Iran diplomacy for the next catalyst. Tuesday's session delivered broad gains — the S&P 500 rose 1.18% to 6,967, the Nasdaq surged 1.96% to 23,639, and the Dow added 0.66% to close at 48,536. A cooler-than-expected Producer Pri...
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A Historic Moment: The Philippines Awaits a Possible Filipino Pope

As the papal conclave unfolds in Vatican City, the Philippines is watching with keen anticipation. With three Filipino cardinals—Luis Antonio Tagle, Jose Advincula, and Pablo Virgilio David—eligible to vote and be voted for, the possibility of a Filipino pope has never been more tangible.

Among the contenders, Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle has emerged as a strong candidate. Often referred to as the "Asian Francis," Tagle has won admiration for his progressive approach and humble demeanor. His potential election would mark a historic moment, making him the first Filipino and Asian pope.

The conclave, a centuries-old tradition, remains shrouded in secrecy. Cardinals cast their votes in the Sistine Chapel, with black smoke signaling an inconclusive vote and white smoke announcing the election of a new pontiff. As the world waits, Filipinos are hopeful that one of their own may soon lead the Catholic Church.


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