S&P/TSX Composite Finishes Slightly Higher, U.S. Stock Markets Mixed

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S&P/TSX composite finishes slightly higher, U.S. stock markets mixed

TORONTO — Canada's main stock index finished higher on Friday, helped by strength in the consumer non-cyclicals and energy sectors, while U.S. markets were mixed. The S&P/TSX composite index was up 72.82 points at 30,326.46.

Tech and energy sectors help boost S&P/TSX composite, U.S. stock markets mixed

TORONTO — Canada's main stock index crept higher in late-morning trading, helped by strength in the energy and technology sectors, while U.S. stock markets were mixed. The S&P/TSX composite index was up 11.99 points at 30,265.63.

Energy stocks rise on major projects enthusiasm, while U.S. stock markets were mixed

TORONTO — Canada's main stock index finished higher on Friday amid gains in energy stocks following more major projects announcements, while U.S. markets were mixed.