Canada Budget Deficit Widens in July
Canada Budget Deficit Widens in July
Canada’s federal deficit widened to C$4.77 billion in July 2026 from C$1.51 billion a year earlier, as fiscal expenditures increased. Program expenses, excluding net actuarial losses, rose 5.1% to C$41.81 billion, largely due to higher direct program expenses and major transfers to persons, partly offset by lower pollution pricing proceeds returned to Canadians. Public debt […]
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The Week Ahead – Navigating a High-Volatility Week for Global Markets
Global markets enter the coming sessions with monetary policy, inflation, employment and geopolitical risk all competing for attention. The possibility of diplomatic agreements or further escalation involving the US, Iran and Gulf states remains a major driver of energy prices, inflation expectations and global bond yields. High energy prices combined with resilient economic activity have […]
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Natural Gas Prices Retreat as Pipeline Repair Eases Supply Disruption Concerns
US natural gas prices are retreating after a sharp previous-session rally as the market receives confirmation that a major Appalachian pipeline disruption could be resolved quickly. October Nymex natural gas futures fell 10.1 cents, or 3.06%, to $3.20 per MMBtu, reversing part of the previous day’s surge to a 2.5-month nearest-futures high. The immediate catalyst […]
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Navigating Oil Price Volatility as Hormuz Talks Ease Supply Fears
Crude oil and gasoline prices are facing renewed selling pressure as negotiations between the United States and Iran raise hopes of a deal that could reopen the Strait of Hormuz and restore disrupted Middle East supply flows. November WTI crude fell $2.20 to $92.15 per barrel, while November RBOB gasoline dropped 14.55 cents to $3.1840 […]
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Coffee Prices Rebound as Dollar Weakness Supports Futures Despite Record Supply Outlook
Coffee prices are recovering from recent lows as a weaker US dollar encourages fund short covering, while traders continue to assess the impact of expanding global production. December arabica coffee rose 3.25 cents to 278.40 cents per pound, while November robusta gained 77 points to $3,369 per tonne. Arabica reached a one-week high as the […]
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Cocoa Prices Recover as Ivory Coast Weather Risk Collides With Rising Inventories
Cocoa prices are extending their recovery as concerns over dry conditions in West Africa begin to offset evidence of stronger current-season supply. December NY cocoa rose 29 points to 5,619, while December London cocoa #7 gained 22 points to £4,191, marking a fifth consecutive higher session for both markets. The immediate focus is shifting toward […]
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Sugar Prices Retreat as Weak Demand Offsets Tightening 2026/27 Supply Outlook
Sugar prices are under renewed pressure as weak physical demand and heavy contract deliveries offset longer-term concerns over tightening global supply. October NY world sugar #11 futures settled at 16.98 cents per pound, down 0.08 cents, while December London white sugar #5 fell 7.30 points to 501.80 per tonne. The immediate market focus is shifting […]
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Cotton Prices Hold Weekly Gains as Export Demand and US-China Trade Outlook Drive the Market
Cotton prices are entering the next phase of trading with a mixed short-term tone but a stronger weekly foundation. Nearby futures remain under pressure, while deferred contracts are holding gains as traders assess export demand, US-China trade developments, speculative positioning and the wider commodity environment. December cotton is around 82.71 cents per pound, while March […]
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Cattle Prices Hold Firm as Tight Slaughter and Strong Beef Values Support the Market
S cattle markets remain supported by tight slaughter levels, firm cash trade and stronger wholesale beef values, while rising cold-storage inventories and elevated speculative positioning provide important counterweights. Live cattle futures are maintaining a firm tone, with the nearby October contract around $218.88 per hundredweight, while December is near $222.15 and February around $224.30. Feeder […]
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Soybeans Hold Firm as Strong Export Demand and US-China Trade Hopes Support Prices
Soybean prices are holding firm as exceptionally strong US export commitments and renewed expectations for clarity on US-China trade discussions offset pressure from broader weather concerns and mixed movement across the soybean complex. November soybeans are trading around $13.19 per bushel, with the national average cash price near $12.62½. November has gained approximately 15½ cents […]
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