India, June 29 -- The Canadian stock market ended Friday's session on a strong note, with the S&P/TSX Composite Index climbing closer to the key 35,000 milestone as gains in technology, mining, industrial and real estate stocks outweighed weakness in healthcare and consumer staples.

Supported by stronger metals prices and steady U.S. inflation expectations, investor sentiment remained positive, helping the benchmark extend its winning streak for a second straight session. Attention now shifts to Monday's trading, where commodity prices and geopolitical developments are expected to guide market direction.

S&P/TSX Composite Ends Higher

The S&P/TSX Composite Index gained 130 points, or 0.4%, to close at 34,980 on Friday, finishing just 20...