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Canada's Wealth Gap Widens Amid High Interest Rates

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Discover how high interest rates are impacting low-income Canadians and what the Bank of Canada's upcoming rate decision holds.

High interest rates in Canada are exacerbating the wealth gap, with lower-income households bearing the brunt of increased loan payments, leaving them with limited funds for investment. The widening disparity has been a concern highlighted by recent data from StatCan, indicating the negative impact of high interest rates on disposable income for the most vulnerable groups in society.

As the Bank of Canada gears up for its first rate decision of 2024, speculation is rife about potential cuts in the face of stubborn inflation trends. Economists are closely monitoring the central bank's narrative for any hints on future rate adjustments, signaling a pivotal moment in the country's economic outlook.

With expectations high for the Bank of Canada's upcoming announcement, all eyes are on the potential signals for rate cuts. The quarterly monetary policy report to be released alongside the decision will provide fresh insights into economic forecasts and inflation projections, shedding light on the path ahead for monetary policy.

As analysts predict rate cuts in the second quarter due to economic vulnerabilities, the timing and extent of the Bank of Canada's actions remain uncertain. Bond-market investors anticipate a shift starting in April, contingent on inflation trends that continue to outpace projections, setting the stage for potential adjustments in response to the evolving economic landscape.

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High interest rates widen Canada's wealth gap: StatCan - BNN ... (BNN)

Higher loan payments have taken a bite out of disposable income for the lowest earners, StatCan said, leaving them with little money to invest in a time of high ...

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Higher interest rates are punishing low-income Canadians, data ... (Globalnews.ca)

The wealth gap in Canada has been widening amid higher interest rates from the central ban as lower-income households less able to benefit from investment ...

The Daily โ€” Distributions of household economic accounts for ... (Statistique Canada)

The income and wealth gaps increased in the third quarter of 2023 relative to the same period a year earlier as higher interest rates had a negative impact ...

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Bank of Canada readies for its 1st rate decision of 2024. Here's what ... (Globalnews.ca)

The Bank of Canada's first interest rate decision of the year is due Wednesday. While a hold is widely expected, stubbornness in the inflation fight will be ...

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Canada's next overnight rate announcement expected Wednesday ... (Toronto Star)

Economists expect the Bank of Canada to hold rates on Wednesday, but they'll be watching closely for any hints in the Bank's narrative about how much longer ...

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What will the Bank of Canada do tomorrow? (Wealth Professional)

The Bank of Canada will make its first key interest rate decision of 2024 tomorrow. Investors and analysts have already priced in interest rate cuts from ...

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All eyes on the BoC this week for any hints on when it plans to cut ... (Investment Executive)

The bank will also publish its quarterly monetary policy report on Wednesday, with new forecasts for the economy and inflation.

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Bank of Canada Expected to Hold Rates Steady in Wednesday ... (The Wall Street Journal)

Majority of economists surveyed forecast rate cuts to start in second quarter due to economic weakness.

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When Will the Bank of Canada Start to Cut? (Move Smartly)

Bond-market investors expect the BoC to start cutting in April, although the actual timing will depend on what happens with inflation, which is still well above ...

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