National Business

TORONTO — Canada's main stock index barely budged Tuesday in the wake of an election result that didn't stray far from market expectations. The S&P/TSX composite index closed down 26.93 points or 0.16 per cent at 16,391.52.

CALGARY — Investors in the oil and gas sector are shrugging off federal election results despite predictions that a Liberal minority propped up by the NDP and Greens would result in policies that hurt the industry.

NEW YORK — Football and mayhem in Chicago, unrelated to the NFL's Bears, dominated the top of the television rankings last week.

TORONTO — From more money for little ones to cheaper cellphone bills and a tax on luxury vehicles, a Liberal minority government and its potential parliamentary partners could help, or hit, your wallet, depending on your income level.

MONTREAL — SNC-Lavalin Group Inc. shares shot up Tuesday after the Liberal election win left open the possibility of a plea deal on fraud and corruption charges against the engineering firm.

TORONTO — Some of the most active companies traded Tuesday on the Toronto Stock Exchange: Toronto Stock Exchange (16,391.52, down 26.93 points). Encana Corp. (TSX:ECA). Energy. Up four cents, or 0.76 per cent, to $5.33 on 7.6 million shares.

TORONTO — The re-election of Justin Trudeau's Liberals on Monday will likely result in potential new barriers for foreign real estate investors as well as some help for first time buyer, but not the more significant changes that opposition parties ha

Calgary-based Husky Energy Inc. is confirming it is laying off staff but won't say how many.

McDonald's says it's setting itself up for future growth by investing now in advances like voice recognition ordering technology. But for some investors, the short-term financial pain is hard to swallow. McDonald's net income dropped 2% to $1.

WASHINGTON — U.S. home sales fell 2.2% in September, as rising home prices and lower inventories have stifled homebuyers.