What's On in Montreal: Drag, Markets & Holiday Events
Explore Montreal's vibrant holiday scene with drag shows, Christmas markets, and festive events. Discover what's happening in the city during the season of celebration.
Explore Montreal's vibrant holiday scene with drag shows, Christmas markets, and festive events. Discover what's happening in the city during the season of celebration.
Canada's main stock index closed lower on December 24, 2025, while U.S. markets were mixed. Get the latest financial market analysis and key sector movements.
As gold and silver hit record highs, major banks and traders are aggressively expanding their precious metals operations, transforming a once-sleepy sector into a profit powerhouse. Discover the driving forces.
Global stock markets show a mixed response following the S&P 500's record close, driven by robust U.S. economic indicators. Explore the latest market movements and key financial trends.
Venezuela's government is pushing to criminalize the seizure of its oil tankers as former U.S. President Donald Trump increases pressure on Nicolás Maduro's regime. This geopolitical tension could impact global oil markets.
The U.S. dollar is on track for its worst annual performance since 2017, falling 8% in 2025. Options markets signal further declines, though strong U.S. GDP data highlights rebound risks. Read the full analysis.
The U.S. dollar is on track for its worst annual performance since 2017, falling 8%. Options markets signal traders expect further declines into 2026. Explore the drivers and risks ahead.
The S&P/TSX composite index posted gains on December 23, 2025, with U.S. stock markets also moving higher. Get the latest on Canadian market performance and key financial trends.
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.
Japanese yen weakens and Asian shares show mixed results following a surge in AI stocks on Wall Street. Get the latest on global market movements and key economic indicators.
The U.S. has boarded two more oil tankers off Venezuela, escalating a blockade that experts warn could halt all of the country's crude exports. Read the latest on the rising tensions.
U.S. forces intercept another sanctioned oil tanker off Venezuela, escalating Trump's blockade. The move disrupts global crude flows and risks pushing oil prices higher. Get the latest details.
Canada's main stock index surged more than 300 points in late-morning trading on December 19, 2025, driven by gains in technology and base metals. Read the full market analysis.
World stock markets climbed after the Bank of Japan hiked its benchmark interest rate to the highest level seen in three decades. Discover the details and global market implications.
Japan's central bank raises its key interest rate to the highest level in three decades, triggering an advance in the Nikkei index. Explore the market implications and global context.
Industry experts express confidence in the Canadian energy sector's ability to navigate current crude market challenges. Discover the factors behind this resilience and the outlook for 2025.
Bank of Montreal's head of global credit trading, Steve Thom, is retiring. The veteran banker joined BMO five years ago after a long career at RBC. Learn about the changes in BMO's capital markets division.
Canada's main stock index fell Wednesday, pressured by financials. U.S. markets also declined. Get the latest market details and analysis.
Canada's major oilsands companies, led by Cenovus, forecast higher 2026 output despite a looming global supply glut. Discover how pipeline capacity is driving this counter-cyclical strategy.
RBC Capital Markets warns that limited market-maker capital could strain the $13 trillion ETF industry as U.S. regulators greenlight ETF share classes of mutual funds, potentially creating a bottleneck for new listings.
Stock markets in Europe and Asia traded cautiously lower Monday as investors awaited pivotal U.S. jobs and inflation data. The reports could influence future Federal Reserve policy.
Canada's annual inflation rate remained at 2.2% in November, while Quebec's rate fell to 3.0%. BMO economist Sal Guatieri discusses the economic outlook. Read the latest data and analysis.
Discover Windsor's festive events this weekend, from the Santa Claus Parade and Willistead Manor tours to artisan markets and a holiday pub crawl. Plan your perfect holiday outing.
Canada's main stock index fell in late-morning trading on December 5, 2025, while U.S. markets moved higher. Get the latest on market movements and key economic data.
Canada's largest lenders set aside 15% more for bonuses in fiscal 2025, driven by busy capital markets and trading. Discover which banks led the increase and the factors behind the surge.
Canada's largest banks increased performance-based compensation by 15% in fiscal 2025, driven by robust capital markets and wealth management profits. Discover which banks led the pay hikes.
Discover 10 unique Vancouver Christmas markets for 2025, from gothic oddities to artisan crafts. Find dates, locations, and what makes each market special for your holiday shopping.
Canada's largest banks reported a combined $16.45 billion profit in the fourth quarter, driven by a boom in capital markets. Discover the key factors behind this financial surge.
TD, BMO, and CIBC surpassed analyst forecasts in Q4, driven by capital markets and wealth management. Despite economic uncertainty, credit loss provisions remained manageable. Get the full analysis.
Prediction market platform Polymarket is recruiting an internal trading team to face customers, a strategy that has drawn criticism for its main rival, Kalshi. This comes as Polymarket re-enters the U.S. market.