Global markets experienced a downturn on Saturday, October 31, 2026, with major indices showing significant declines. The TSX fell by 1.74%, while the S&P 500 dropped 1.82%. The DOW and NASDAQ also saw losses, decreasing by 1.09% and 2.86% respectively. Meanwhile, oil prices rose by 2.08%, and the US dollar gained 0.11%. Gold, however, saw a sharp decline of 3.29%.
Among the top movers on the TSX, WCP saw a slight increase of 0.36%, while IVN dropped by 3.93%. T rose by 2.4%, and CS experienced a significant decline of 6.54%. The Canadian dollar against the Chilean peso showed a 1-year change of +3.95%.
Currency exchange rates also shifted, with 1 CAD converting to 0.71562 USD, and 1 USD converting to 1.39739 CAD. These fluctuations reflect the volatile nature of global markets and the interconnectedness of various financial instruments.