The Canadian Index

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Line chart of the S&P/TSX Composite from August 17 to October 9, 2026, showing its decline from the August 25 record close.

The decline from the late-August record spans two trade actions: the U.S. Section 338 tariffs of August 22 and the Canadian counter-tariffs of September 8. Friday's gain of 519.24 points followed a September labour force survey showing 68,300 jobs lost. The Bank of Canada decides on October 28, with the 10-year Government of Canada yield having reached 3.99% from 3.45% at the start of July.

This chart is presented for general informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, investment, tax, or legal advice. Figures reflect the source and period indicated and may no longer be current.

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Line chart of the S&P/TSX Composite daily close from August 17 to October 9, 2026, ending below its August 25 level.

The decline from the August 25 close spans the United States tariffs imposed on August 22 and the Canadian counter-tariffs of September 8.

S&P/TSX Composite From August 17 to October 9, Before Thanksgiving

October 12, 2026

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Line chart of Government of Canada 2-year, 5-year and 10-year benchmark yields through August 2026, with a shaded span at the August 21 peak.

Canadian yields drifted higher through August even though the Bank of Canada held its policy rate at 2.25% and had no decision to make during the month.

Government of Canada Benchmark Yields, August 2026

August 31, 2026

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Line chart of gold futures, the S&P/TSX Composite and Brent crude, each rebased to 100 at the July 31 close.

Gold rallied and gold miner shares carried the TSX higher, while Brent ended the month close to where it began.

Gold, TSX and Brent Rebased to the July 31 Close

August 31, 2026

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Line chart of the S&P/TSX Composite daily close through August 2026, with a shaded span marking five straight record closes.

Gold miners did most of the lifting as the index set eight record closes during the month, the last on August 25.

S&P/TSX Composite Daily Close Through August 2026

August 31, 2026

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Line chart of the S&P/TSX Composite from September 1 to October 7, 2026, ending in a dashed afternoon print.

The final point is a 2:46 PM Eastern print from October 7 rather than an official close, drawn dashed because the closing level was not available at publication.

S&P/TSX Composite With the October 7 Midday Print

October 7, 2026

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Line chart of the Cboe VIX volatility index daily close from September 1 to October 7, 2026, ending nearly unchanged.

The VIX barely moved on October 7 even as Canadian equities fell on rate fears, because the index is built from United States large-cap…

VIX Daily Close on the Day Rate Fear Hit the TSX

October 7, 2026

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