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Bank of Canada’s March rate cut odds drop to 30% after latest inflation data

February 18, 2025 No Comments

Canada’s inflation report for January has led to a sharp decline in the chances of the Bank of Canada cutting rates in March.

U.S. inflation hits 3%, Fed rate cut likely delayed until December

February 12, 2025 No Comments

U.S. headline inflation rose for the third straight month, raising the likelihood that the next Fed rate cut won’t happen until later this year.

Economists weigh in on BoC rate cut chances after inflation drop

January 21, 2025 No Comments

Canada’s inflation rate eased to 1.8% in December, increasing the likelihood of a Bank of Canada rate cut this month, according to economists.

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Mortgage Digest: Why have lenders been hiking rates?

October 15, 2024 No Comments

A weekly review of the latest mortgage and real estate news, a recap of key headlines, and a preview of upcoming economic releases.

Economists predict inflation falling below 2 per cent

Economists predict inflation dipped below two per cent in September

October 14, 2024 No Comments

Economists expect inflation continued its downward trend last month, giving the Bank of Canada the all-clear to continue cutting its benchmark interest rate.

Inflation report “all but guarantees” a Bank of Canada rate cut next week: economists

July 16, 2024 3 Comments

Experts speculate the Bank of Canada may cut rates next week following a larger-than-expected slowdown in the country’s inflation rate in June.

U.S. inflation eased in June: Good news for Canadian mortgage shoppers

July 11, 2024 No Comments

U.S. financial markets got a boost today with a lower-than-expected inflation reading, marking the lowest level since May 2020.

Economists predict June rate cut as inflation continues to ease

March 19, 2024 No Comments

Today’s lower-than-expected inflation reading for February has bolstered confidence that the Bank of Canada could initiate its first rate cut in June.

Unexpected inflation drop won’t hasten Bank of Canada’s rate cut plans, economists say

February 20, 2024 No Comments

The Bank of Canada is still likely to wait until mid-year before delivering its first rate cut, despite January’s downside surprise in inflation, economists say.

Inflation crept back up in December: “We’re not out of the woods yet”

January 16, 2024 No Comments

For the third time since 2022, Canada’s headline inflation rate reversed course and trended back upward in December. Headline inflation rose 3.4% last month, Statistics

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