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 >
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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 >
A rail merger and the evolution of North America’s supply chain
The merger of two major North American railroads will create a rail network that reaches both coasts and runs through the middle of the continent. … READ MORE >
Friend-shoring and a new era of U.S. trade
Fragmentation of economic, financial and trade relationships is now the norm as trading and security blocs continue to form around the world. … READ MORE >
The post-pandemic era and the end of hyper-globalization
The American economy is in the midst of a long-lasting structural change following the severe shocks unleashed by the pandemic. … READ MORE >