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Economics2h 43m ago

The Bank of Canada held its key interest rate steady at 5.00% for the seventh consecutive time.

Canada

Who
Macklem
What
The Bank of Canada held its key interest rate steady at 5.00% for the seventh consecutive time.
When
Wed, 15 Jul 2026 14:20:35 GMT · 2h 43m ago
Where
Canada ·
Why
The central bank cited oil price volatility and an improving but uncertain economic outlook, lowering its 2026 GDP growth estimate to 0.7%.
The Frontline Impact

How this affects you

The decision maintains current borrowing costs for Canadians and businesses. The revised GDP forecast suggests a slower-than-anticipated economic expansion in the medium term.

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