· Tiff Macklem Wiki · Bank of Canada WikiOpening statement before the Standing Senate Committee on Banking, Commerce and the Economy
Read full speech on bis.org ↗ContextOpening statement by Tiff Macklem, Governor of the Bank of Canada, before the Standing Senate Committee on Banking, Commerce and the Economy, Ottawa, Ontario, 1 November 2023.
Why it mattersMacklem tells senators that core inflation is not easing enough.
Problems raised
- Inflation remains above target.
- Core inflation measures are not easing enough.
- Higher rates weigh on the economy.
Solutions proposed
- Hold the policy rate at 5%.
- Watch core inflation for signs of easing.
- Stand ready to raise rates further if needed.