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Dave Oliver || December 13, 2024

Bank of Canada cuts policy rate by another 50 basis points

The Bank of Canada has done it again—cutting its policy rate by another 50 basis points on Wednesday. This brings the total rate reductions in 2024 to 175 basis points (1.75 percentage points),...

Dave Oliver || December 06, 2024

Rate drop expectations

Canada’s unemployment rate spiked to its highest level in three years last month, jumping to 6.8% in a development that gives impetus for the Bank of Canada to continue rapidly bringing interest rates...

Dave Oliver || November 28, 2024

Inflation ticks up in October: what it means for you

Canada's inflation rate was back on the rise in October, climbing to an annualized pace of 2.0% –– up from 1.6% in September. The rise was mainly driven by higher gas prices,...

Dave Oliver || November 26, 2024

Effect of 25% Tarrif from USA on Canada

A 25% tariff imposed by the U.S. on Canadian exports could have significant effects on the Canadian economy, especially given the strong trade relationship between the two countries. Here's how it...