The Bank of Canada is set to cut interest rates, but what does that mean for your finances? Get the scoop and brace for impact!
As the Bank of Canada gears up for another potential interest rate cut, Canadians are eagerly tuning in to see how it might affect their wallets. With economists buzzing about a likely 25-basis point decrease on September 4, many are left wondering if this could be the start of a trend. Governor Tiff Macklem and his team face a cooling economy and declining inflation as they craft their strategy for what lies ahead. Should we expect a swift series of cuts or are we in for a slow burn?
The buzz around the Bank of Canada has grown louder, especially with speculation that this could escalate to a more significant cut of 50 basis points. Surely, every homeowner and aspiring homebuyer is clutching their coffee cups in anticipation! Yet amidst these financial jitters, it couldn't hurt to brush up on how economics works - because just like your uncle at Thanksgiving dinner, the conversation about interest rates can get a little rowdy.
Interestingly, while the loonie has been known to take a beating during rate cuts, recent trends show it holding strong. Karl Schamotta of Corpay pointed out that the loonie rally might defy expectations, pointing to a surprising resilience in the currency markets. This has some economists raising eyebrows and merits a deeper look behind the dollar smile dynamic – can the loonie really withstand the storm?
As speculation mounts, economists from Canada's Big Five banks are all in agreement on a rate cut, further complicating the rich tapestry of financial forecasts. With many predicting a downward trend in rates persisting into 2025, now might just be the best time to assess your financial strategy. And just like a game of Jenga, the stakes are high – one wrong move and you could lose it all!
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OTTAWA — The Bank of Canada will announce its interest rate decision this morning as forecasters expect it to deliver another quarter-point rate cut.
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OTTAWA — The Bank of Canada will announce its interest rate decision this morning as forecasters expect it to deliver another quarter-point rate cut.
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The Bank of Canada is expected to cut rates for the third consecutive time when it makes it interest rate announcement today at 9:45 a.m. ET.
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The Bank of Canada (BoC) has announced a cut to its policy interest rate. The cut of 0.25 per cent brings the BoC's rate down to 4.25 per cent.
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OTTAWA — The Bank of Canada delivered its third consecutive interest rate cut Wednesday, bringing its key lending rate to 4.25 per cent.