In late-morning trading on November 14, 2025, Canada's main stock index, the S&P/TSX composite index, experienced a modest increase, gaining 11.99 points to reach 30,265.63. This uptick was primarily supported by positive performances in the energy and technology sectors.

Meanwhile, the situation in U.S. stock markets appeared mixed. The Dow Jones Industrial Average faced a decline of 218.91 points, settling at 47,238.31. Contrastingly, the S&P 500 index managed to rise by 17.08 points, reaching 6,754.57. The tech-heavy Nasdaq composite also saw gains, up by 130.06 points to close at 23,000.42.

On the currency front, the Canadian dollar traded at 71.33 cents US, a slight decrease from 71.34 cents US recorded on the previous Thursday.

In commodities, the December crude oil contract saw an increase, rising by US$1.57 and reaching US$60.26 per barrel. Conversely, the December gold contract faced a significant decline, dropping by US$106.50 to settle at US$4,088.00 an ounce.

The developments reflect ongoing trends in both Canadian and U.S. markets, where particular sectors are driving performance amidst fluctuating economic conditions. The focus on energy and technology in Canada aligns with broader market dynamics, while the varying responses in the U.S. indices indicate a more complex economic backdrop.