
BoC rate expectations


Rate cuts are on the way, but not this week, economists say
Economists expect a more dovish tone from the Bank of Canada when it unveils its interest rate decision on Wednesday.

Bank of Canada expected to remain cautious despite weaker July employment results
While July’s employment report was weaker than expected, economists say the Bank of Canada will continue to watch for signs of slowing inflation and economic growth prior to its September rate decision.

Slowing economic growth could keep the Bank of Canada on hold
The latest barometer of Canada’s economic growth is being described as “disappointing,” which some say could be enough to avoid any further Bank of Canada rate hikes.

Bank of Canada delivers long-awaited rate pause. Will it last?
As expected, the Bank of Canada delivered its first rate pause in a year following eight consecutive rate hikes.

Bank of Canada expected to “nudge” rates another 25 bps higher
The Bank of Canada will deliver its first rate announcement of the year this week, where markets and economists overwhelmingly expect a 25-bps rate hike.

Bank of Canada preview: A 100-bps rate hike “can’t be ruled out”
All eyes will be on the Bank of Canada’s interest rate decision this week, which some say could be its last hike of the year, and perhaps of this rate cycle.