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Trade tensions with the U.S. have weighed on the loonie, but analysts see the pressure easing over the next year. Forecasts now call for a rebound to 1.36 per U.S. dollar, supported by tightening from the Bank of Canada as the rate gap with the Fed continues to close. Read more below.

Source: https://www.reuters.com/world/americas/analysts-raise-canadian-dollar-forecasts-expecting-trade-tensions-ultimately-2026-09-03/

The rivalry between Anthropic and OpenAI is now spilling onto Wall Street, with both companies racing to go public in what could be two of the largest listings in market history.

Beyond the headlines, whichever company lists first may shape how investors value the entire AI sector for years to come.

Source: https://www.reuters.com/legal/transactional/anthropic-v-openai-behind-bitter-battle-future-ai-2026-06-11/

Wall Street's largest banks are ramping up efforts to market the upcoming SpaceX IPO, a deal that could become one of the most significant public listings in decades. Beyond the headlines, the offering may serve as a key test of investor appetite for high-growth companies and premium valuations in today's market. Read more below.

Source: https://www.reuters.com/legal/government/wall-street-banks-ceos-promote-spacex-in-flashy-events-with-bofa-morgan-stanley-2026-06-04/

Markets showed signs of caution this week as renewed geopolitical tensions pushed energy risks back into focus. With oil prices remaining elevated, investors are reassessing inflation expectations, interest rate outlooks, and how sustainable the recent equity rally may be. Read more below.

Source: https://www.reuters.com/business/wall-st-futures-dip-escalating-mideast-tensions-2026-05-28/

U.S. manufacturing activity hit a four-year high in May as businesses stocked up ahead of potential supply disruptions tied to ongoing geopolitical tensions. But with inflation pressures building and economic growth still subdued, markets continue balancing resilience against rising uncertainty. Read more below.

Source: https://www.reuters.com/business/us-manufacturing-activity-rises-four-year-high-may-sp-global-survey-shows-2026-05-21/

Markets pushed higher this week as tech stocks and AI optimism continued driving momentum, with Nvidia leading gains after renewed access to China. At the same time, investors remain focused on inflation, energy prices, and key geopolitical talks shaping the broader outlook. Read more below.

Source: https://www.reuters.com/world/china/sp-500-nasdaq-futures-rise-new-highs-nvidia-jumps-2026-05-14/

Markets paused this week as chip stocks pulled back from a powerful AI-driven rally, while uncertainty around U.S.-Iran negotiations kept investors cautious. Even with the short-term volatility, strong earnings and resilient economic data continue to support the broader market backdrop. Read more below.

Source: https://www.reuters.com/business/sp-500-nasdaq-futures-hit-records-oil-extends-losses-2026-05-07/

Fears of stagflation are creeping back into global markets, as slowing growth collides with persistent inflation. This challenging backdrop is putting pressure on policymakers and keeping investors cautious as the outlook becomes more uncertain. Read more below.

Source: https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/global-markets-stagflation-graphic-2026-04-30/

A new wave of IPOs could add trillions to equity markets but without the profits to match. As investor demand for AI and high-growth tech surges, these listings may become a major test of valuation, risk appetite, and market concentration. Read more below.

Source: https://www.reuters.com/business/biggest-ipo-wave-history-promises-3-trillion-value-with-no-profits-2026-04-23/