Northern Dynasty jumped 8.5% on renewed hopes for Pebble permits and strong copper prices. Global Atomic sank 23.6% on Dasa project cost worries and uranium weakness. Altima Energy soared 43.3% on Montney gas speculation. Ucore Rare Metals fell 18.9% as construction cost overruns hit sentiment.

Market Summary: Canadian energy and ag-tech stocks gained on strong oil prices and commodity optimism, with Surge Energy and Green Rise Foods leading. Clean energy and battery shares, including Ballard Power and NEO Battery, fell on sector caution and profit-taking.

Amazon's $20B investment in Pennsylvania will create data centers, generate thousands of jobs, boost infrastructure, and position the state as a tech and AI hub.

Surging Japanese bond yields are shaking up the yen carry trade, risking currency swings and global market volatility that could hit investors across the globe.

The Japanese bond market may seem distant, but its ultra-low interest rates drive global carry trades that impact asset values in North American retirement portfolios. A shift in Japan's policy can trigger ripple effects retirees can’t afford to ignore.

Copper mining is shifting from surface oxide deposits to deeper sulfide ores, increasing refining complexity and costs.

Australia’s tax on unrealized capital gains threatens private equity and start-up investment, risking capital flight, stifled innovation, and long-term economic decline.

Rising copper demand for electrification and AI faces supply challenges as existing mines deplete and new projects lag, pushing production costs and prices higher long term.