Canadian Economy 14 October 2025

Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) Today: S&P/TSX Composite Hits a Record High, Holiday Trading Hours, and 2026 Forecasts — Dec. 21, 2025

Canada’s S&P/TSX Composite Index closed at a record 31,755.77 on Friday, up 1% in heavy trading, capping a volatile but positive week. The index is up 28.4% year-to-date, pacing for its strongest annual gain since 2009. Tech and mining shares led Friday’s rebound after mid-December losses in energy. The Bank of Canada’s policy rate remains at 2.25%, with inflation steady at 2.2% in November.

21 December 2025

Canadian Economy·Trading Hours

Bank of Canada Interest Rate Today (December 9, 2025): 2.25% Policy Rate, 4.45% Prime and a Likely Long Pause Ahead

The Bank of Canada’s policy rate stands at 2.25% after four quarter-point cuts in 2025, with the prime rate at 4.45%. The central bank is widely expected to hold rates steady at its final decision of the year on December 10, as all 33 economists in a recent poll predict no change.

9 December 2025

Canadian Economy·Financial Forecasts·Interest Rates·TSX:BNS

Bank of Canada Set to Hold Interest Rate at 2.25% on December 10, 2025 as Markets Bet on Long Pause

The Bank of Canada is expected to hold its overnight rate at 2.25% on December 10, following a series of aggressive cuts since mid-2024. All 33 economists in a recent Reuters poll forecast no change, with most anticipating the rate will stay at this level until at least 2027. The decision will be announced at 9:45 am Eastern, followed by a press conference.

9 December 2025

Canadian Economy·Interest Rates

Canada Stock Market Today, December 5, 2025: TSX Slips From Record High as Jobs Shock Reshapes Rate Expectations

Canada’s S&P/TSX Composite Index slipped 0.3% to 31,375 at midday Friday, pulling back from Thursday’s record close. Tech and health-care stocks led declines, while energy and retail shares limited losses. The Canadian dollar hit a 10-week high after November jobs data showed a gain of 53,600 positions and unemployment falling to 6.5%. Markets expect the Bank of Canada to hold its rate at 2.25% next week.

5 December 2025

Canadian Economy·Interest Rates·TSX

Bank of Canada Rate Cuts Are Likely Over: What a 2.25% Policy Rate Means for Mortgages, Housing and TSX Mid‑Cap Stocks

The Bank of Canada is expected to hold its policy rate at 2.25% on December 10, after 275 basis points of cuts since the start of its easing cycle. A Reuters poll of 33 economists shows no further cuts are likely until at least 2027. Unemployment fell to 6.5% in November, the lowest in 16 months. Variable mortgage rates are seen staying steady as affordability improves from 2022–23 peaks.

5 December 2025

Canadian Economy·Interest Rates·Stock Market·TSX:XMD

Canada Stock Market Today: TSX Near Record High as Bank Earnings and BRP Rally Lift Toronto – December 4, 2025

The S&P/TSX Composite rose nearly 1% to around 31,450 by midday Thursday, approaching its 52-week high of 31,520. Gains followed strong earnings and dividend hikes from major banks and a surge in BRP shares. Most TSX sectors traded higher, outpacing a softer Wall Street session. The index is up about 26% year-to-date, its best run since 2009.

4 December 2025

Canadian Economy·Stock Market·TSX·TSX:DOO

EQ Bank 2025: PC Financial Acquisition, New Business Banking Platform, and What It All Means for Canadians

EQ Bank announced a deal to acquire PC Financial from Loblaw for about $800 million in cash and shares, giving Loblaw at least a 17% stake in EQB. The bank reported a 19% drop in adjusted EPS and net income for 2025, citing higher credit loss provisions and a $92 million restructuring charge. EQ Bank deposits rose to $9.9 billion, up 10% year over year. The stock trades below analyst targets, with most rating it “Hold.”

4 December 2025

Canadian Economy·Financial Technology·Mergers and Acquisitions·TSX:EQB

Canada Stock Market Today, December 3, 2025: TSX Rises as Bank Earnings, Energy Rally and Enbridge Outlook Lift Sentiment

Canada’s S&P/TSX Composite Index rose about 0.3% to 31,150 by midday Wednesday, led by energy and financial stocks after strong earnings from major banks and a positive outlook from Enbridge. The Canadian dollar edged higher, supported by rising oil prices. New data showed the services sector contracting and Toronto home sales at a five-month low.

3 December 2025

Canadian Economy·Energy Sector·NYSE:ENB·TSX

Canada 2026 Tax Brackets and CRA Changes: New Rates, CPP/EI, TFSA and RRSP Limits Explained

The Canada Revenue Agency has set a 2.0% indexation factor for 2026, raising federal tax brackets and the Basic Personal Amount to $16,452. The lowest federal tax rate drops to 14%. CPP maximum pensionable earnings increase to $74,600, while EI maximum insurable earnings rise to $68,900. The TFSA limit stays at $7,000 for 2026.

3 December 2025

Canadian Economy·Retirement Planning

Fairstone to Buy Laurentian Bank in C$1.9 Billion Break-Up Deal as National Bank Takes Retail Business

Fairstone Bank will acquire Laurentian Bank of Canada for about C$1.9 billion in cash, while National Bank of Canada will buy Laurentian’s retail and SME banking portfolios, including C$3.3 billion in loans and C$7.6 billion in deposits. Laurentian’s Québec branches will close, with staff able to apply for roles at National Bank. The deal follows Laurentian’s failed 2023 sale and recent restructuring.

2 December 2025

Canadian Economy·Mergers & Acquisitions·TSX:LB·TSX:NA

Canada’s Economy Surges 2.6% in Q3 2025, but ‘Very Noisy’ GDP Report Masks Weak Demand

Canada’s real GDP grew 0.6% in Q3 2025, rebounding from a 0.5% drop in Q2 and beating forecasts. The gain narrowly avoided a technical recession, but was driven mainly by a sharp fall in imports, higher government weapons spending, and strong oil exports. Real final domestic demand was flat. Statistics Canada estimates GDP fell 0.3% in October.

29 November 2025

Canadian Economy

Canada Stock Market Today: TSX Logs Fresh Record Close After Q3 GDP Surprise – November 28, 2025

Canada’s S&P/TSX Composite Index closed at a record 31,269.62 on Friday, up 0.23%, after Q3 GDP growth beat forecasts at 2.6% annualized. The Canadian dollar strengthened and the TSX extended its winning streak to six sessions. The Venture Index surged over 2%. Statistics Canada said exports and government spending drove GDP gains, while household consumption slipped.

28 November 2025

Canadian Economy·Stock Market·TSX

From Reliance to Resilience: What Carney’s New Steel and Lumber Plan Means for Canada After U.S. Tariffs

Canada announced new measures to protect its steel and softwood lumber industries after the U.S. imposed tariffs of 50% on steel and 45% on lumber. Prime Minister Mark Carney’s plan includes tighter import quotas, increased subsidies, and “Buy Canadian” rules in federal spending. Trade talks with Washington collapsed in October. Carney will visit Washington on December 5, seeking a meeting with President Trump.

27 November 2025

Canadian Economy

Canadian Stock Market Today (Nov. 25, 2025): TSX Hovers Near Record Highs on Fed Cut Bets, Barrick Deal and Uranium Talks

The S&P/TSX Composite Index closed up 0.31% at 30,698.51 on Tuesday, just below its record high, as investors anticipated a possible U.S. Federal Reserve rate cut in December. The TSX Venture Composite Index slipped 0.26% to 878.22. Barrick’s $430 million settlement with Mali and reports of a potential $2.8 billion uranium deal between Canada and India also drew market attention.

25 November 2025

Canadian Economy·Stock Market·TSX:ABX·TSX:CCO

Canadian Stock Market Today: TSX Jumps on Tech and Gold Rally After the Open – November 24, 2025

The S&P/TSX Composite Index jumped 1.5% to 30,604.35 on Monday, its highest close in nearly two weeks, led by surges in technology and gold mining shares. Celestica soared almost 15%, while Shopify rose about 5%. Advancing stocks outnumbered decliners by more than two to one. The S&P/TSX 60 VIX dropped 15%, signaling lower volatility.

25 November 2025

Canadian Economy·TSX·TSX:CLS·TSX:SHOP

TSX Today: 10 Things to Know Before the Canadian Stock Market Opens on November 24, 2025

The S&P/TSX Composite Index closed Friday up 0.9% at 30,160.65, trimming its weekly loss to 0.5%. October inflation slowed to 2.2% year-over-year, near the Bank of Canada’s target, while retail sales fell 0.7% in September. Markets expect the Bank of Canada to hold rates steady until at least late 2025. The TSX remains just below its mid-October record high.

23 November 2025

Canadian Economy·Stock Market·TSX

TSX Today: Toronto Stock Exchange Steadies Ahead of Key Inflation Data (November 17, 2025)

TSX Today: What to Know Before the Canadian Stock Market Opens (Nov. 21, 2025)

The S&P/TSX Composite Index closed down 1.2% at 29,906.55 on Thursday, its lowest since November 6, led by a 4.5% drop in materials and a 2.6% fall in tech stocks. Weaker copper prices and renewed doubts over AI-driven spending pressured the market. US futures were mixed early Friday, while Japan’s Nikkei fell 2.4% overnight. The TSX opens at 9:30 a.m. ET, about 3% below its record high.

21 November 2025

Canadian Economy·NASDAQ:NVDA·Stock Market·TSX

Tariff Shock and Fed Jitters: Asian Markets Stumble as Rally Meets Reality

Canadian Stock Market Today: TSX Drops Over 400 Points as Tech Slumps and Dividend Cut Hits Utilities (November 13, 2025)

The S&P/TSX Composite Index fell 1.45% to about 30,381 in Toronto on Thursday, ending a four-day rally and erasing over 400 points from Wednesday’s record high. Technology and utilities stocks led the decline. Northland Power dropped more than 20% after cutting its dividend and reporting a wider loss. AtkinsRéalis rose around 4–5% after raising its nuclear outlook.

13 November 2025

Canadian Economy·Dividends·Stock Market·TSX:ARE·TSX:BOIL·TSX:L·TSX:NPI

BCE’s Bold Plan: Bell Slashes Costs & Invades Telus Territory – What It Means for Investors

Bell Canada will launch home internet in Western Canada for the first time, using Telus’s fibre network to reach 3.4 million homes in B.C. and Alberta. BCE also announced a $1.5 billion cost-cutting plan through 2028, a renewed focus on free cash flow, and reaffirmed its dividend strategy after a 56% cut earlier this year. The move follows new CRTC rules forcing big carriers to share fibre infrastructure.

14 October 2025

Canadian Economy·TSX:BCE

Canadian Economy 14 October 2025 - 21 December 2025