What’s going on here?
The Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) fell to a nearly four-month low, closing down 0.4% at 21,516.90 – its lowest level since February 29.
What does this mean?
This decline follows a 3.4% drop since the start of June, partly due to lower trading volumes as US markets were closed for the Juneteenth holiday. Key sectors took a hit: industrials fell nearly 1%, financials ended 0.5% lower, and real estate dropped 0.7%, affected by the Bank of Canada’s (BoC) interest rate considerations. The energy sector also decreased by 0.2%, with oil prices dipping to $81.47 a barrel. Despite this, the S&P 500 in the US achieved a record closing high, showcasing a stark contrast between the two markets.
Why should I care?
For markets: Navigating the waters of uncertainty.
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