Toronto index increases slightly as U.S. stock markets closed for holiday
S&P/TSX composite index closed up 12.65 points on Thursday
- By: The Canadian Press
- July 4, 2019 October 31, 2019
- 16:33
S&P/TSX composite index closed up 12.65 points on Thursday
The average selling price rose to $832,703
Economic optimism increased in the second quarter
Report also finds market risks are high
Jobs growth dominated by full-time, low-paying employment
Data from the month show an 8.6% year-over-year increase
Markets surge on anticipated interest rate cuts in the U.S.
Only debt underwriting fees increased
S&P/TSX composite index closed up 89.09 points on Tuesday
Banks are exposed to ESG risks both through their own activities and indirectly, through loans and investments
Mercer reports DB pension plans were stable during the quarter
Equity issuance hit a three-year low, while debt issuance was up 2% year over year
Most regions and sectors plan to increase investment spending and hiring
Growth topped expectations
Consumer confidence slipped, but remains high
The dollar traded at an average of US76.27¢ on Thursday
Survey of venture capital and private equity firms shows room for improvement
The measure for Toronto, however, remained at historical highs in Q1
But growth is expected to be slower the rest of the year
IPOs were down 28% compared to a year ago
S&P/TSX composite index was down 59.06 points on Wednesday
From a global perspective, Canada's cities are attractive, says Mercer’s latest Cost of Living survey
StatsCan finds debt-to-asset ratio a better indicator of distress than debt-to-income
Another policy decision could have more significant implications for investors, report suggests