The Canadian market is modestly higher a little past noon on Wednesday, recovering slightly thanks to strong buying in technology and healthcare sectors after a mild setback.
Stocks from the rest of the sectors are turning in a mixed performance amid cautious moves by investors after data showed an acceleration in consumer price inflation in the month of June.
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April 24, 2026 15:15 ET Economics news flow was relatively light this week even as the conflict in the Middle East continued, raising concerns for policymakers. In the U.S., spending data, initial jobless claims and pending home sales were the highlights. Business confidence in the biggest euro area economy was in focus in Europe. Inflation data from Japan gained attention in Asia.