The trade dispute was a main point of discussion ahead of this week's interest rate decision
The bank’s wealth management arm increased profits by 5% year-over-year
Market performance contrasts with BoC’s optimistic outlook
US$669 million deal expected to close in Q3
Positive factors cited include oil recovery and jobs growth
Key sectors offset defensive gains on Tuesday
The earnings miss was driven by higher provisions for credit losses
S&P/TSX composite index closed up 116.62 points on Monday
But crude oil had its worst week of the year
Conservative leader says corridor could improve certainty for investors