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5 Things to Know Today: The Money News Shaping Your Week

5 Things to Know Today: The Money News Shaping Your Week 1. Canada’s Economy Grew Faster Than Expected Canada’s economy expanded at an annualized 2.6% in Q4, driven by stronger household spending, exports, and business investment. 2. Manitoba Fast‑Tracks Major Infrastructure Projects A new federal‑provincial agreement introduces a “one project, one review” system to accelerate ports, highways, and energy corridors. 3. Job Market Shows a Small but Positive Uptick Canada added 14,000 jobs in March, with wages rising 4.7% — a key factor ahead of the Bank of Canada’s April 29 rate decision. 4. Oil Markets Remain Volatile After Hormuz Reopening Iran has reopened the Strait of Hormuz, but analysts warn global oil markets may take time to stabilize. 5. Canadians Face Rising Affordability Pressures More Canadians are turning to budgeting tools as inflation, energy costs, and housing pressures persist.

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Wall Street Awaits Key Nvidia Earnings and Inflation Data

 

Wall Street remained relatively quiet today as investors eagerly anticipate Nvidia’s upcoming earnings report and the latest inflation data from the government. Futures for the S&P 500 edged up slightly by less than 0.1%, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average remained nearly unchanged after setting an all-time high the previous day.

The focus is on Nvidia, a key player in the artificial intelligence sector, which is expected to report significant earnings growth. Analysts predict Nvidia will announce earnings of 64 cents per share, a remarkable 156% increase from the same period last year, with revenue projected at $28.6 billion, up 110% year-over-year.

In addition to Nvidia’s results, investors are closely watching the latest inflation data, which could influence the Federal Reserve’s future monetary policy decisions. The combination of corporate earnings and economic indicators is likely to set the tone for the markets in the coming days.

Stay tuned for updates as these critical reports are released.


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