Bank of Canada could skip Mar. rate cut

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.
Instant view: Canada's annual inflation rate increases to 1.9% in January
Canada's annual inflation rate rose 1.9% in January, up from 1.8% in December as lower prices helped by a sales tax reprieve were partly offset by higher cost of gasoline and natural gas, data showed on Tuesday.
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.
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.
Statistics Canada set to release January inflation figures today
OTTAWA — Statistics Canada is expected to release its January consumer price index report this morning. Economists polled by Reuters expect the annual inflation rate for January to tick up to 1.9 per cent,
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 ...
Bank of Canada rate cut reflects U.S. tariff threat, officials fear permanent GDP hit
Bank of Canada officials decided to cut its benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points to 3% last month to better balance ...
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