Traders Push Bitcoin Near $79,000 Resistance, Wiping $120M in Bearish Positions

After a 13% gain in April, Bitcoin spiked over $2,000 on the first day of May to reach an intraday peak of $78,924 before ultimately settling below $78,300. Key Takeaways: Bitcoin surged over $2,000 on May 1 to test $79,000 resistance after a 13% gain in April. Bitcoin’s jump triggered $120 million in short liquidations […]

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Homeowners' options after BoC rate hold, Canada GDP rises, Construction outlook, and more

View in browser Fixed vs. variable: Homeowners weigh options after Bank of Canada keeps rate unchanged View web version | Forward to a colleague 01 May 2026 Top News Fixed vs. variable: Homeowners weigh options after Bank of Canada keeps rate unchanged Rate debate continues following central bank's latest decision Canada GDP surprise keeps pressure on BoC as mortgage market waits February growth data landed after the rate call, but it still shapes expectations Premium Veteran mortgage leader joins Interfinance to drive flexible private lending solutions As rules tighten, Agostino Tuzi helps brokers secure fast, common-sense private options for clients More News What the BoC rate hold means for Canada’s commercial market Commercial investors weigh a steady policy rate against rising office market activity Construction outlook steadies as Canadian builders brace for rising costs GDP cooled while permits and price pressures reshape 2026 project pipelines TRREB presses Ottawa on ownership gaps in spring housing update Board welcomed new federal tools but warned they still fall short for buyers International News Iran conflict, oil shocks and Fed uncertainty could keep mortgage rates sticky Rates inched higher this week and could remain elevated as the conflict drags on 'Don’t try to perfectly time the market': brokers urge focus on resilience as rate decision lands Rate hold steadies sentiment, but brokers warn pressure remains Macquarie takes a bigger bite out of mortgage market Australia's mortgage market hits $2.46 trillion record as fifth pillar bank outpaces majors Reserve Bank of New Zealand reforms Monetary Policy Committee rules New rules aim to align with global best practice Want to change how you receive these emails? You can manage your preferences or unsubscribe. © 2026 KM Business Information Canada Ltd. 317 Adelaide Street West, Toronto, ON Privacy | Conditions of Use | About us | Contact us

Must Read: GLP-1 pills are here: Can employers afford to cover weight-loss drugs? | Federal contractors face debarment over DEI discrimination

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