Materials offset energy pullback; U.S. markets post modest gains
Dow posts triple-digit loss
The dollar traded at an average of US74.21¢ on Wednesday
Strong U.S. corporate results, better oil prices fuelled returns
Dip comes in spite of increase in crude oil price
The S&P/TSX composite index surpassed the previous record close set last July
Province elected a conservative government on Tuesday
The price of gold hit a 2019 low on Tuesday
The S&P/TSX composite index closed up 34.93 points on Monday
The market rose on support from energy and financials on Friday