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Bank of Canada monetary policy and trade tensions

Overview

The Bank of Canada continues to navigate a complex economic landscape defined by inflation, trade volatility, and housing concerns. Governor Tiff Macklem has warned that escalating trade tensions and unpredictable U.S. tariffs could cause businesses to delay investment and hiring. In September 2026, the Bank held its overnight interest rate at 2.25% for the seventh consecutive meeting. However, following a decision by the U.S. Federal Reserve to implement its first rate hike in over three years, market expectations shifted. By late September, traders increasingly viewed a potential Canadian rate hike in October as a “toss-up.” Economic growth forecasts have faced downward pressure. Macklem indicated that trade unpredictability could reduce fourth-quarter annualized GDP growth to approximately 0.75%. This slowdown coincides with persistent inflationary pressures driven by rising energy costs, with oil prices approaching $100 per barrel. In mid-October, the Bank prepared to raise its quarterly inflation forecast due to surging crude oil and petroleum prices, with Macklem noting that Middle East conflicts and refinery capacity issues increase the risk of persistent inflation. While RBC strategists expected core inflation to edge down to 1.8% from 2.1% in August, they monitored transportation categories for price pass-through risks. By late October 2026, the Bank faced a pivotal decision as market odds for a 0.25% interest rate hike reached nearly 78%. This follows data showing headline inflation rose to 3.1% year-over-year in September, driven by a 27.8% increase in gasoline prices. Additionally, Canadian employment data showed a decline of 68,000 jobs in September, marking a second consecutive month of stalled growth and bringing the unemployment rate to 6.5%. As the October 28 decision approaches, some analysts suggest the Bank may instead delay action until December or January, particularly as the Federal Reserve is expected to hold its own rates steady.

Entities

Bank of Canada · Tiff Macklem · United States · Federal Reserve · Canada

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  • "The Bank Rate is set at 2.5% and the deposit rate at 2.20%."

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    "The Bank of Canada held its overnight interest rate at 2.25%."

    The first claim asserts the overnight interest rate is 2.25%, while the second claim asserts the Bank Rate is 2.5%.

Timeline

  1. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Canadian dollar rises on Bank of Canada interest rate hike expectations

    The Canadian dollar saw its longest winning streak since March 2022 as investors anticipate a 25-basis-point interest rate hike by the Bank of Canada.

  2. [BUSINESS] 16 sources
    Bank of Canada faces pivotal interest rate decision amid inflation

    The Bank of Canada faces a pivotal interest rate decision on October 28, with markets expecting a 25-basis-point hike to combat rising inflation driven by high energy prices.

  3. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Bank of Canada economists predict rate hike to 2.50%

    Economists expect the Bank of Canada to raise interest rates to 2.50% on October 28, 2026, as rising oil prices drive inflation to 3.1%.

  4. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Bank of Canada raises key interest rate

    The Bank of Canada has raised its key interest rate to stabilize inflation, following market preparations led by Governor Tiff Macklem.

  5. [BUSINESS] 4 sources
    Bank of Canada reports rising inflation expectations and tariff concerns

    Bank of Canada surveys show rising inflation expectations and dampened business sentiment due to new tariffs following failed trade talks between Canada and the United States.

  6. [BUSINESS] 7 sources
    Bank of Canada anticipates higher inflation outlook amid surging oil prices

    The Bank of Canada expects a higher inflation outlook due to surging oil prices, while RBC predicts headline inflation will hold at 3% in September despite easing core inflation.

  7. [BUSINESS] 3 sources
    Bank of Canada official calls interest rates too blunt for housing affordability

    Bank of Canada Senior Deputy Governor Carolyn Rogers said interest rates are too blunt a tool to fix housing affordability, noting that monetary policy cannot address supply constraints or land rezoning.

  8. [BUSINESS] 12 sources
    Bank of Canada Governor warns of growth slowdown due to U.S. tariffs

    Bank of Canada Governor Tiff Macklem warned that U.S. trade uncertainty and rising oil prices could slash Canada's Q4 growth to below 1% and drive inflation higher.

  9. [BUSINESS] 4 sources
    Bank of Canada interest rate hike odds increase

    Traders are increasingly betting on a Bank of Canada interest rate hike as early as October, following a rate hike by the U.S. Federal Reserve and concerns regarding persistent inflation.

  10. [BUSINESS] 23 sources
    Bank of Canada holds interest rate at 2.25%

    The Bank of Canada held its overnight interest rate at 2.25%, citing economic uncertainty from US trade tariffs and high energy prices caused by Middle East conflicts despite a 3.3% GDP growth in Q2.

  11. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Bank of Canada interest rate decision looms for USDCAD traders

    Traders await the Bank of Canada's interest rate decision as the USDCAD pair fluctuates between key technical support and resistance levels.

Sources

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