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2025-12-12 21:27:23
[Canadian Stock Futures Rise as Central Bank Decision and Commodity Prices Boost Market Sentiment] ⑴ Futures tracking the S&P/TSX Composite Index rose slightly on Friday, poised for a weekly gain as investors assessed a series of central bank decisions. ⑵ The Bank of Canada kept interest rates unchanged earlier this week, while the Federal Reserve cut rates by 25 basis points, boosting overall risk appetite. ⑶ Meanwhile, stronger gold and crude oil prices supported this commodity-heavy index. ⑷ Data showed Canada recorded a trade surplus in September, ending seven consecutive months of deficits, improving market sentiment. ⑸ The Bank of Canada Governor stated on Wednesday that the Canadian economy has generally remained resilient in the face of comprehensive U.S. tariffs, a statement that had previously boosted market confidence.
