· Tiff Macklem Wiki · Bank of Canada WikiRelease of the Monetary Policy Report
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Why it mattersMacklem holds at 4.5% while watching upside risks.
Problems raised
- Inflation remains well above target.
- Upside risks worry the Bank.
- Uncertainty about restrictiveness.
Solutions proposed
- Hold the policy rate at 4.5%.
- Monitor inflation and risks.
- Be ready to raise rates.