Category: Economy

Jan 6

‘The Bank of Canada isn’t done yet’: Blockbuster jobs report means more rate hikes in store, economists say

Breadcrumb Trail Links News Economy Here’s what economists have to say about the latest jobs report and what it means for interest rates Canada added 104,000 jobs in the month of December. Photo by Winnipeg Sun Article content December’s blockbuster jobs report points to continued strength in the labour market, and indicates the Bank of […]
Dec 21

Inflation slows to 6.8%, suggesting higher interest rates are starting to bite

Breadcrumb Trail Links News Economy Opens the door for the Bank of Canada to pause in the new year Canadians learned the latest inflation figures Wednesday. Photo by Peter J. Thompson/National Post Article content Canada’s main gauge of cost pressures eased in November, suggesting the Bank of Canada’s relentless campaign of interest-rate increases is starting […]