TSX Futures Edge Up on Stronger GDP Data

The S&P/TSX Composite Index traded near flat close to the 35,000 mark on Tuesday as investors assessed stronger-than-expected GDP data and developments in the Middle East. An advance estimate for May also pointed to a 0.1% monthly expansion, suggesting growth may be stabilizing. Canada’s economy rebounded more than forecast in April after a mild contraction in March, easing concerns that a tariff-driven slowdown was deepening. The data supported sentiment by improving the outlook for corporate earnings and reducing downside risks. Meanwhile, top US envoys in Doha said they would not meet directly with Iran, casting doubt on efforts to end the conflict and fully reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Instead, there will be technical talks this week on issues including regional security. Oil prices edged higher but stayed below recent peaks. Banks and energy stocks traded higher, RBC and Canadian Natural rose about 1%. Miners posted losses, with Agnico Eagle down 1.5%.

Futures tracking the S&P/TSX Composite Index edged higher on Tuesday as investors assessed stronger-than-expected GDP data from Canada. An advance estimate for May also pointed to a 0.1% monthly expansion, signaling that growth momentum may be stabilizing.The economy rebounded slightly more than forecast in April after a mild contraction in the previous month, easing concerns that a tariff-driven slowdown was becoming more entrenched. The stronger data supported sentiment by improving the outlook for corporate earnings and reducing downside risks for the broader economy. Meanwhile, oil prices remained below recent peaks following signs of progress toward ending the Middle East conflict, easing energy-driven inflation concerns and supporting financial stocks and the broader market. Gold prices were stable after falling in the prior session, helping limit pressure on mining shares.

The S&P/TSX Composite Index fell 0.4% to close at 34,824, weighed down by losses in the mining and technology sectors. Gold prices declined as easing geopolitical tensions reduced safe-haven demand, pressuring mining stocks. Agnico Eagle and WPM fell 2.1%, while Franco-Nevada lost 3.6%. Technology shares also underperformed despite gains on Wall Street, with Shopify down 2%. Meanwhile, banks advanced as oil prices remained near pre-conflict levels after the US and Iran agreed to halt mutual attacks ahead of peace talks later this week, despite renewed clashes over the weekend. Lower oil prices eased concerns about energy-driven inflation, supporting financial stocks. RBC gained 1%, while TD Bank and BMO both rose 0.6%.