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In a surprising move that has caught the attention of economists and investors worldwide, Canada became the first among the Group of Seven (G7) nations to ease borrowing costs. On Wednesday, the Bank of Canada cut its interest rate for the first time in four years, signaling a potential shift in the global fight against inflation. This decision has raised eyebrows, particularly as it precedes similar actions from other major economies, most notably the United States. The question on everyone's mind is: Why did Canada cut interest rates before the U.S.?
In a remarkable feat, Nvidia (NVDA) has become the second-most valuable company in America and the third U.S. company to reach a market capitalization of $3 trillion. This milestone comes amidst a surge in demand for artificial intelligence (AI) and highlights Nvidia's dominance in the AI semiconductor industry. The company's meteoric rise has been nothing short of extraordinary, with shares doubling in value this year alone after tripling last year.