Toronto's Harbourfront Centre hosts the 31st KUUMBA festival throughout February 2026, celebrating Black creativity, culture, and futures with multidisciplinary programming. Discover the events.
Global financial markets show a mixed response as Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell faces a legal threat. Key details on market movements and the broader economic context for Canadian investors.
Rory Johnston of Commodity Context warns U.S. actions in Venezuela could depress oil prices further, with mixed impacts for Canadian energy companies. Read the analysis.
Global stock markets showed modest gains on January 9, 2026, following a flat session for U.S. futures. Get the latest on key economic indicators and market trends.
Gold, silver, and platinum fell sharply Wednesday amid exceptional market volatility. Traders assess index re-weightings, supply tightness, and potential U.S. tariffs. Get the latest analysis on precious metals.
China has significantly increased its purchases of U.S. soybeans, with total acquisitions approaching 10 million tonnes in early 2026. This major trade development impacts global agricultural markets.
Copper prices reach a historic peak, driven by supply constraints and robust demand. Industry expert Chris McHaney analyzes the market dynamics and what it means for investors and the global economy.
Cocoa futures experienced sharp swings as traders monitor the Harmattan season's impact on West African harvests. Improved weather in Ivory Coast may boost supply, analysts say.
Chicago wheat, corn, and soybean futures fell to start 2026, pressured by favourable South American weather. New U.S. farm aid details provided little market support. Read the full analysis.
Aluminum prices break the $3,000 per ton barrier for the first time in over three years. Supply caps in China and European constraints drive the rally, with copper and nickel also posting strong gains.
Corn futures in Chicago posted their steepest intraday drop in over a month, pressured by speculation China may release domestic grain reserves. Get the full analysis on the market implications.
U.S. stock futures fell led by tech megacaps, while silver prices gyrated after hitting a record above $80 an ounce. Get the latest market analysis and 2026 forecasts.
Gold is poised for its strongest annual gain in decades, marking its best performance since the late 1970s. Discover the factors driving the surge and what it means for investors.
Chicago wheat futures extend rally amid Russian attacks on Ukrainian ports and concerning warm weather in U.S. Plains. Prices climb 1.5%, marking the longest gain since April.
Chicago wheat futures extend rally as Russian attacks threaten Black Sea exports and record warmth in U.S. Plains creates crop risks. Sugar prices also climb.
As Alberta investors review 2025 portfolios, gold emerged as a surprising winner. However, fund managers debate its future shine versus the enduring long-term potential of the oil sector. Discover the insights from local financial experts.
Copper prices are approaching a historic $12,000 per ton, driven by tight supply and AI demand. Major banks predict further gains for 2026. Read the full analysis.
Raw sugar futures hold steady amid a tug-of-war between rising Indian output and the prospect of Brazilian mills diverting more sugarcane to ethanol. Analysts say prices must rise to make sugar profitable again.
Silver prices surged to a historic peak on December 1, doubling this year and outpacing gold's rally. Traders bet on tight supplies and potential Fed rate cuts. Discover the market drivers.
Global stock markets and U.S. futures decline as oil prices jump more than $1 a barrel. Meanwhile, Canadian news spans suspicious fires, property tax hikes, and a major recall. Stay informed on the latest.
Silver prices surge to unprecedented levels, reaching $55.66 per ounce as supply tightness and investor demand drive markets. Could Chinese inventory declines push prices even higher?
A cooling system malfunction at a Chicago data centre caused a major CME futures outage, disrupting global equity, forex, and commodities trading for hours.
A major CME Group data centre failure froze U.S. stock index futures and halted global commodities trading. Learn how this outage impacted markets worldwide.
Platinum prices surge as China's new futures contract boosts demand. Spot prices hit $1,650/oz, while imports doubled in October. Discover the market impact.
Bitget launches Phase 7 of its Stock Futures Rush, offering traders a chance to win $280,000 in tokenized TSLA shares. The campaign runs from Nov 24-29, 2025.
Asian stock markets mostly rose and U.S. futures advanced following positive momentum from Wall Street. Get the latest on global market trends and economic indicators.
President Trump's removal of a 40% tariff on Brazilian coffee and beef is expected to bring relief to U.S. consumers facing soaring prices and supply shortages.
U.S. stock futures show gains after turbulent week, but Wall Street faces ongoing uncertainty. Key market indicators and global economic factors analyzed.
Bitget achieves $5 billion cumulative trading volume for stock futures, highlighting growing demand for tokenized traditional assets among Canadian investors.
U.S. stock futures decline as investors reassess the likelihood of a December interest rate cut. Stay informed on the latest market movements and economic indicators.