The Bank of Canada held its key interest rate amid domestic economic slack and wider disruptions due to the ongoing war in the Middle East. … READ MORE >
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Practical agentic AI security guardrails for small- and medium-sized businesses
As the use of agentic AI platforms becomes a competitive advantage for businesses, implementing the right security guardrails is a critical step. … READ MORE >
Bank of Canada holds interest rate again—and may stay put this year
The Bank of Canada maintained its key interest rate at 2.25 per cent. At this juncture—all things being equal—we do not expect the central bank to change its policy rate this year. … READ MORE >
Waste management leaders united on innovation imperatives in Q3 calls
Environmental services and waste management leaders emphasized disciplined pricing, tech advancements and capital allocation as key drivers of growth in Q3 2025. … READ MORE >
Bank of Canada prudently holds interest rate ahead of 2026 challenges
The Bank of Canada held its key interest rate at 2.25 per cent—a prudent pause as the country’s labour market remains soft and unemployment remains elevated. … READ MORE >
Holiday shopping scams are growing—here’s how to outsmart them
Awareness and vigilance are your best holiday defences as cyber scams surge and AI-powered deception looks nearly indistinguishable from reality. … READ MORE >
RSM Canada’s outlook for 2026: A struggle for growth amid trade tensions
We expect Canada to have another modest year of growth in 2026 amid ongoing trade tensions with the United States and a continuing oil glut that will dampen export prices. … READ MORE >
Market Minute: Canada’s financial conditions and its monetary policy path
Policy rate cuts by the Bank of Canada and the U.S. Federal Reserve are in response to both countries’ economies absorbing adverse policy shocks along with a slowing pace of hiring and wage growth. … READ MORE >
Bank of Canada cuts interest rate again in attempt to spur sluggish economy
Canada’s economy is slowing to the point that the Bank of Canada was comfortable making another interest-rate cut as it lowered its policy rate to 2.25 per cent. … READ MORE >
Canada’s economy slowing as major free-trade renegotiation looms
Canada’s subdued economic activity and the drop in inflation despite ongoing tariffs imply that the Bank of Canada could cut interest rates again this year. … READ MORE >