S&P/TSX composite up in late-morning trading, U.S. stock markets also higher

Bullish CEO Tom Farley, right, leads a cheer during opening bell ceremonies of the New York Stock Exchange, Wednesday, Aug. 13, 2025. (AP Photo/Richard Drew)

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TORONTO - Canada's main stock index finished higher on Wednesday, helped by strength in consumer cyclicals, while U.S. stock markets also rose. 

The S&P/TSX composite index was up 72.17 points at 27,993.43. 

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