TORONTO - Canada's main stock index fell on Monday as banking, energy and consumer stocks lost ground, pressured by a broader sell off in European and U.S. stocks amid worries over global growth and the health of the financial sector.
TORONTO - Canada's main stock index jumped on Thursday as higher commodity prices helped lift mining stocks, while banks and railways also saw strong gains and the energy sector rose despite a slip in oil prices.
TORONTO - Canada's main stock index rose on Wednesday as strength in commodity prices supported energy and mining stocks, while shares in home retailer Rona Inc almost doubled after a generous takeover deal.
North American stock markets were off to a rocky start Monday as lower oil prices and weak manufacturing data from China and the U.S. set a gloomy mood for investors on the first trading day of February.
TORONTO - Canada's main stock index jumped on Friday as investors cheered the Bank of Japan's bold move to stimulate growth, while rising oil prices and an accommodative royalty update in Alberta boosted energy stocks.
