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 >
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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 >
Market Minute: Persistent inflation across the G-7
While central banks have adhered to a policy maintaining inflation at a 2% target, only Canada and France have kept inflation below 2% over the past 12 months. … READ MORE >
Bank of Canada cuts interest rate to 2.5% amid economic, labour challenges
The Bank of Canada cut its key interest rate to 2.5 per cent as a slowing economy and rising unemployment likely contributed to the unexpected policy action. … READ MORE >
Canada’s economy in sore need of an interest rate cut as job losses mount
Canada’s economy lost jobs in back-to-back months for the first time since 2021, pushing the odds of an interest rate cut this month significantly higher. … READ MORE >
Bank of Canada holds interest rate amid economic resilience, trade tensions
The Bank of Canada held its key interest rate at 2.75 per cent amid Canada’s overall economic resilience and ongoing trade tensions with the U.S. … READ MORE >
Ontario and B.C. home prices fall—but it won’t last long
Ontario and B.C. home prices are down and sales are expected to slip further, meaning buyers can catch the market off-balance now before it’s set to rebound. … READ MORE >
Market Minute: Global central bank outlook
Divergence figures to be the primary theme in global central banking during the final six months of the year as policymakers around the world adjust to higher American tariffs. … READ MORE >
Global central bank outlook: Divergent paths on rates
Divergence figures to be the primary theme in global central banking during the final six months of the year as policymakers around the world adjust to higher American tariffs. … READ MORE >