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Global Markets Dip as Major Indices Show Significant Declines

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Global markets experienced a downturn on Saturday, October 31, 2026, with major indices showing significant declines. The TSX dropped by 1.74%, while the S&P 500 and the DOW fell by 1.82% and 1.09% respectively. The NASDAQ saw the steepest decline, plummeting by 2.86%. Among the notable movers on the TSX were WCP, which gained 0.36%, and IVN, which lost 3.93%. Telus (T) rose by 2.4%, while Canadian Tire (CS) fell sharply by 6.54%.

Commodities also saw mixed movements. Oil prices increased by 2.08%, while gold prices dropped by 3.29%. The U.S. dollar saw a slight gain of 0.11%. In the forex market, the British Pound against the Malawian Kwacha showed a 1-year change of +1.87%. Currency conversions highlighted that 1 CAD equaled 0.71562 USD, and 1 USD equaled 1.39739 CAD.

The market data provided by Barchart indicated that the information may be delayed and is solely for informational purposes, not for trading or investment advice.

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