forecasts
Odds of second 50-bps Bank of Canada rate cut drop after stronger inflation report
Still, many economists still see a half-point cut as likely at the Bank’s December 11 meeting.
Bank of Canada expected to cut rates by 100 bps before pausing, financial experts say
Financial experts expect the Bank of Canada to cut rates by 100 basis points by the middle of 2025, with no further reductions thereafter.
Economy to grow moderately, rates to fall below three per cent next year: Deloitte
Deloitte Canada expects economic growth to pick up next year as it forecasts the Bank of Canada to cut its key interest rate below three per cent by mid-2025.
CREA cuts housing market forecast for 2024 despite June sales rising
CREA has lowered its housing market forecast for 2024, citing increased supply levels and a slow spring season due to fewer anticipated interest rate cuts in 2024.
Reasons for and against a Bank of Canada rate cut this week
While the odds of a Bank of Canada rate cut this week have risen, many experts admit the decision could still go either way.
Soft GDP figures point to a BoC rate cut next week, but uncertainty remains
Canada’s economy slowed more than expected in the first quarter, raising the odds of an interest rate cut next week by the Bank of Canada, economists say.
Strong U.S. inflation could delay rate cuts on both sides of the border
While the Bank of Canada left its benchmark rate unchanged as expected today, markets instead turned their attention to today’s hot U.S. inflation report.
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.
2024 housing market and interest rate forecasts
2023 was a year that tested the resilience of Canadian mortgage holders. And as we look forward, there’s optimism that 2024 will be the year of rate relief.