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Oil Surges Past $103 as TSX Extends Losing Streak

  Markets are lower this morning as oil surges past US$103 and tech stocks remain under pressure, with the TSX coming off a fourth straight decline. Below is your ready-to-publish Canadian Money Brief update for April 29, 2026 , built from today’s market data and news. TSX slips as oil spikes and global tensions rise The S&P/TSX Composite opened at 33,584 , down 0.69% from yesterday’s close as weakness in tech and materials continues to weigh on the index. Rising geopolitical tensions and renewed uncertainty around the Iran conflict have pushed WTI crude above US$103 , lifting Canadian energy names but not enough to offset broader declines.  U.S. markets are also softer, with the S&P 500 down 0.49% and tech stocks retreating amid renewed AI growth concerns.  Oil rallies on OPEC turmoil Crude prices are up more than 3% , driven by the UAE’s announcement that it will exit OPEC and by expectations of prolonged supply disruptions tied to the Iran war.  ...

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Tech Titans Propel Wall Street to a Promising Start

Wall Street is poised for a robust opening today, fueled by stellar performances from tech giants Microsoft and Meta. Both companies exceeded market expectations with their quarterly results, signaling resilience in the technology sector.

Microsoft's shares surged by 8.5% in premarket trading, driven by stronger-than-expected growth forecasts for its cloud-computing business, Azure. Meanwhile, Meta Platforms saw a 6.5% rise, thanks to impressive advertising revenue that outpaced predictions.

These results have provided a much-needed boost to investor confidence amidst ongoing economic uncertainties, including fluctuating U.S. tariff policies and a contracting economy. The positive momentum from these tech heavyweights sets an optimistic tone for the trading day ahead. 


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