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Weekly Market Snapshot: June 9–13, 2026

Canadian markets closed out a turbulent week on a positive note, as the Bank of Canada's decision to hold its benchmark rate at 2.25% and easing Iran tensions helped the TSX recover from a mid-week dip to finish the week up roughly 1.53% . A surprise Dollarama earnings beat gave the retail sector an additional lift. 📊 Market Scoreboard — Week of June 9–13 Index / Asset Level (Fri. Close) Weekly Change S&P/TSX Composite 34,937.85 ▲ +1.53% S&P 500 (USD) ~7,431 ▲ ~+0.6% wk Dow Jones (USD) 51,202 ▲ +0.7% Fri CAD/USD 0.7160 ▼ Modest pressure WTI Crude Oil (USD/bbl) ~$84.29 ▼ 8-wk low Gold (USD/oz) ~$4,226 ▲ ~2.8% Sources: Yahoo Finance Canada, Trading Economics, TMX Money. Figures reflect approximate Friday close / intraday levels as of June 13, 2026. 🔑 5 Things That Moved Markets This Week 1 — Bank of Canada Holds at 2.25% The BoC held its benchmark rate steady on Wednesday, June 11 — as widely expected after Canada's May jobs report came in with a blowout 88,000 new pos...

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Iran's Supreme Leader Warns Israel of Harsh Consequences

 

In a recent statement, Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei warned Israel of severe repercussions. Khamenei declared that Israel's actions had laid the foundation for what he described as "harsh punishment for itself." This strong rhetoric comes amid heightened tensions between Iran and Israel, particularly concerning regional security and the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

Khamenei's remarks reflect Iran's longstanding opposition to Israel and its policies. The Supreme Leader's statement underscores the volatile nature of the relationship between the two nations, which has seen numerous escalations over the years. The context of this latest warning is critical as both countries continue to influence the geopolitical landscape of the region.

The international community is closely monitoring these developments, with many concerned about the potential for further escalation. Diplomatic efforts to ease tensions have been ongoing, but statements like Khamenei's highlight the persistent challenges to achieving lasting peace and stability in the Middle East.


As the situation unfolds, the world watches with apprehension, aware that the actions and responses of these two nations could have far-reaching implications for regional and global security.

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