<div id="readability-page-1">12:11 PM EST, 12/12/2025 (MT Newswires) -- The Toronto Stock Exchange was down 250 points midday on Friday with tech, down 4%, and miners, down 2.4%, the worst performers.Healthcare, up 10%, is the biggest gainer. Cannabis stocks are higher after reports that U.S. president Trump is expected to sign an executive order soon to ease federal restrictions on marijuana. Canopy Growth ( CGC ) is up 34% and Tilray Brands ( TLRY ) up 29% on last look.In Canada, the Liberal government is just one seat shy of a majority now after yet another Conservative MP crossed the floor. The Liberals are nearer to having more free rein over economic policy issues.On economic issues, National Bank published its 'Housing Affordability Monitor Q3 2025' in which it said housing affordability continued to improve in the third quarter of 2025, marking a seventh consecutive quarterly gain, the longest streak since the 1980's. National noted the composite mortgage payment as a percentage of income fell to 51.9%, its lowest level in almost four years, as home price declines in several markets provided relief in terms of affordability. &#34;All in all, affordability gains have occurred predominantly in markets which were the most stretched in comparison to those offering cheaper dwellings,&#34; the bank added MT Newswires does not provide investment advice. Unauthorized reproduction is strictly prohibited.</div>

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The TSX fell 250 points, with tech and miners as the worst performers, while healthcare and cannabis stocks surged. Cannabis stocks rose due to expected U.S. policy changes. In Canada, the Liberal government is close to a majority, impacting economic policy. National Bank reported improved housing affordability in Q3 2025, with mortgage payments at their lowest in four years.

TSX Down 250 Points With Info Tech, Miners, The Worst Performers, Cannabis Stocks Surge