Tag: economic outlook
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Why Economists Are Changing Their Predictions: 50 Bps Rate Cut Likely from Bank of Canada Tomorrow

As the Bank of Canada prepares to announce its interest rate decision tomorrow, December 11, 2024, economists across the country are adjusting their predictions. Initially uncertain, many are now leaning towards a 50-basis-point (bps) rate cut, with top institutions like Scotiabank and the Bank of Montreal (BMO) joining the growing consensus. This decision could have…
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Canadian Inflation Drops to 1.6% in September – A Big Rate Cut Might Be Coming

In September, Canada’s inflation rate dropped to 1.6%, the lowest it’s been since February 2021. This decrease is mainly due to falling gas prices and is raising hopes that the Bank of Canada will cut interest rates to help boost the economy. Many economists are now predicting that at the Bank of Canada’s next meeting…
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Bank of Canada Lowers Key Interest Rate to 4.5%

The Bank of Canada announced a cut to its key interest rate this morning, reducing it by a quarter percentage point to 4.5%. This marks the second consecutive rate cut as the central bank responds to easing inflationary pressures and a weakening economic outlook. Bank of Canada Governor Tiff Macklem made the announcement during a…
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Bank of Canada Expected to Cut Rates This Week, Experts Say

The Bank of Canada will announce its latest interest rate decision this Wednesday, with many experts predicting a second consecutive reduction in borrowing costs. Economic Signals and Market Predictions Anticipation is high as the central bank prepares to make its decision, especially with new surveys indicating that many Canadians burdened by debt are hoping for…