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1:46 PM · 16 April 2025

BREAKING: Bank of Canada holds rates unchanged. USDCAD drops after the decision

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Bank of Canada maintained interest rates at 2.75% level, in line with expectations.

 

Bank of Canada Rate Decision - Key Points

  • Rate held steady at 2.75% as BoC monitors US tariff impacts

  • Trade uncertainty is the primary concern, creating unpredictable economic outlook

  • BoC outlines two scenarios:

    1. Limited tariffs: temporary growth weakness, inflation near 2%

    2. Trade war: possible Canadian recession, inflation exceeding 3%

  • Inflation currently at 2.3% (March), expected to decrease with carbon tax removal

  • Economic slowdown evident with weakening consumption and business spending

  • BoC will "proceed carefully" while supporting growth and controlling inflation

USDCAD dropped after BoC decision.

 

 

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