🚨 Market Pulse — Saturday, February 14, 2026

📊 Weekend — Markets Closed · 07:37 PM UTC
📅 Weekend Wrap-Up: Last Week's Market Action

This weekend offers a moment to reflect on a week that was marked by geopolitical tensions and market volatility. From the U.S. to China, key policy decisions and corporate moves are shaping the global economic landscape. Here’s what caught my eye:

🌍 Geopolitics & Policy
🇺🇸 United States
📋 China needs silver and young spenders, plus policy support, for consumption growth: HSBC Post Magazine

The U.S. and China continue to navigate a complex economic relationship. HSBC's insights highlight the importance of consumer spending and policy support in driving China's economic growth, which has implications for global markets and trade dynamics.
🇨🇦 Canada
🌐 Goodfood Market Corp. Appoints Selim Bassoul as Chief Executive Officer and Announces Board Update Financial Post

Goodfood Market Corp. is making strategic moves with the appointment of a new CEO, signaling a focus on leadership and governance. This could be a sign of the company's commitment to growth and innovation in the competitive food market.

🌐 Sun Life helping Canada and Canadian businesses diversify trade, CEO says Financial Post

Trade diversification has been a recurring theme for Canadian firms this quarter. Sun Life's efforts to support Canadian businesses in expanding their trade networks could have significant long-term benefits for the economy.
🇨🇳 China
🌐 Chinese drinks maker Eastroc’s US$1.3 billion Hong Kong IPO gives it wings to soar Post Magazine

Eastroc's successful IPO is a testament to the robustness of the Chinese consumer market and the appeal of domestic brands. This could set a positive precedent for other Chinese companies looking to tap into international capital markets.

🌐 Chinese tech giants Tencent and Baidu join fight for Spring Festival spotlight Post Magazine

The competition for consumer attention during the Spring Festival is heating up, with tech giants Tencent and Baidu vying for dominance. This festival is a crucial period for consumer spending and brand engagement in China, making it a key battleground for these companies.

📅 Markets reopen Monday. Use this time to plan your week.
Not financial advice. DYOR 🔍

As we head into the weekend, it's clear that the global economic landscape is dynamic and ever-changing. Whether it's policy shifts, corporate moves, or consumer trends, staying informed is more important than ever. Have a thoughtful weekend, and let's see what the new week brings. 🌟