Bank of Canada could skip Mar. rate cut

'Compelling reasons' remain for a Bank of Canada cut in March: National Bank
There are “compelling reasons” to expect another Bank of Canada (BoC) interest rate cut in March, in spite of recent economic data that have led the market to lean against it, a National Bank of Canada economist says.
Bank of Canada in a 'difficult place' on rate cuts: Economists on the latest inflation numbers
Canadian inflation would have accelerated further in January were it not for Ottawa’s tax holiday, putting the Bank of Canada in an awkward position when it comes to its next interest rate decision ,
Bank of Canada Cut Rates to Shield Economy From Possible Trade Fallout, Minutes Say
A need to fuel faster growth and shield the economy from U.S. trade-policy uncertainty led senior Bank of Canada officials to agree on a quarter-point rate cut last month, according to minutes summarizing central bank deliberations.
Bank of Canada Lowers Rates as Tariff Concerns Grow
Bank of Canada officials acknowledged that the economic uncertainty created by a potential trade battle supported their decision to cut interest rates last month.
Markets trim bets on Bank of Canada interest rate cut after inflation ticks back up
Rising energy costs pushed Canada’s inflation rate up to 1.9 per cent in January despite a national GST holiday, Statistics Canada said on Tuesday. The slight acceleration in both headline and core measures of inflation had markets trimming bets that the Bank of Canada will cut its policy rate next month.
January inflation up, putting March interest rate cut into question
Inflation is creeping up again, possibly leading the Bank of Canada to pause cuts to its key interest rate at the next meeting on March 12 following consecutive reductions since June, economists say. January inflation rose to 1.9 per cent, mainly due to increases in energy prices, Statistics Canada said on Tuesday.
Bank of Canada Adds Second Outsider to Rate-Setting Council
The Bank of Canada has appointed Michelle Alexopoulos to the central bank’s second outsider position, expanding its interest-rate setting council to seven.
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REAL ESTATE INSIGHTS: Bank of Canada’s latest rate drop: What it means for you
Here’s the simple version: When the Bank of Canada lowers interest rates, borrowing money and getting a mortgage, gets cheaper. The goal is to boost the economy by encouraging people to spend and invest, rather than sit on their savings.
Canada's annual inflation rate edges up to 1.9% in January
Canada's annual inflation rate edged up to 1.9% in January, as higher energy prices offset the effect of the GST/HST "holiday" on food and certain other items, Statistics Canada said on Tuesday. Analysts had expected annual inflation rate to rise to 1.
Economists more confident in Bank of Canada rate hold as inflation ticks up to 1.9%
Economists are more confident the Bank of Canada might pause its interest rate cuts next month — tariffs notwithstanding — as Canada's annual inflation rate ticked back up in January.
Canada's inflation rate ticks back up to 1.9%
Canada’s inflation rate climbed to 1.9 per cent in January, up from 1.8 per cent the month before, as Canadians faced increased energy costs to start the year, Statistics Canada said on Tuesday. Energy prices rose 5.
Outlook For Canadian Interest Rates As Inflation Ticks Higher
Canadian inflation rose to 1.9% in January. More cuts from the Bank of Canada may still be on the table. Click to read.
Inflation in Canada rises to 1.9%, with higher energy prices offsetting GST break
The Consumer Price Index rose 1.9 per cent in January year-over-year, up from 1.8 per cent in December, Statistics Canada ...
Bank of Canada Head Wants Review to Leave 2% Inflation Target Unchanged
OTTAWA, Feb 21 (Reuters) - he Bank of Canada's 2% inflation target should be maintained in a review set for 2026, Governor ...