Tag: Canada inflation 2026
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Inflation Just Jumped in Canada – Here’s What It Means for Mortgage Rates

Canada’s inflation rate has moved higher again, adding new uncertainty to the outlook for interest rates and the housing market. The latest data shows inflation rising to 2.4%, with a sharp increase in gasoline prices playing a major role in the jump. Inflation Rises Faster Than Expected New data shows Canada’s inflation rate climbed to…
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Canada’s Inflation Surprise Isn’t Enough to Trigger a Rate Cut

January 19, 2026 Canada’s inflation rate ended 2025 higher than expected, but economists say the surprise increase is unlikely to prompt any immediate change in interest rate policy. While headline inflation ticked up in December, underlying price pressures continue to show signs of easing, keeping the Bank of Canada firmly on the sidelines. Inflation Rises…