Bank Of Canada

• Tariff uncertainty hangs over Bank of Canada’s 1st rate decision of 2025

  The Bank of Canada will contend with a looming hit to Canada's economy from Donald Trump's threatened tariffs as it prepares for an interest rate decision this year.

  Money

  Jan 27
  
• Half of Canadians $200 or less away from not being able to pay bills: poll

  Interest rate cuts from the Bank of Canada last year have not swayed how Canadians are feeling about their debt heading into 2025, a new poll released Monday suggests.

  Money

  Jan 13
  
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• Bank of Canada rate cut in doubt after strong December jobs report

  Canadian employers collectively added some 91,000 net new jobs last month, Statistics Canada said. Most of the growth was in full-time work.

  Money

  Jan 10
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• Bank of Canada’s big rate cut was a ‘close call,’ minutes show

  Governor Tiff Macklem indicated further cuts would be more gradual, a shift from previous messaging that continuous easing was needed to support growth.

  Canada

  Dec 23, 2024
• ‘Stubborn’ fixed mortgage rates might not fall despite Bank of Canada cut

  Even after a second consecutive 50-basis-point interest rate cut on Wednesday, some experts warn fixed mortgage rates in Canada will not move materially lower.

  Money

  Dec 12, 2024
• Latest Bank of Canada rate cut a ‘critical lifeline’ for B.C., mortgage brokers say

  The CMBA-BC said Wednesday's decision is a crucial step in creating more affordability and stability for British Columbians in the housing market.

  Economy

  Dec 11, 2024
• Bank of Canada cuts rates by half a point but signals ‘more gradual’ pace

  The Bank of Canada delivered its second straight interest rate cut of half a percentage point on Wednesday, but signalled a slowdown in easing for 2025.

  Money

  Dec 11, 2024
• Bank of Canada readies for a rate cut. Why the loonie is bracing for impact

  The Bank of Canada is gearing up for its final interest rate decision of 2024. Here's what role a flagging Canadian dollar might play in the central bank's thought process.

  Money

  Dec 10, 2024
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• BMO changes rate cut call after surprise jump in Canada’s jobless rate

  The November jobs figures are the final major economic data release before the Bank of Canada makes its last interest rate decision of the year on Dec. 11.

  Economy

  Dec 6, 2024
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• Rate cut hopes could have ‘psychological’ impact on homebuyers in 2025

  Royal LePage predicts that the aggregate home price in Canada will rise six per cent by the end of 2025. Here's how the Bank of Canada could affect the housing market next year.

  Money

  Dec 5, 2024