· Tiff Macklem Wiki · Bank of Canada WikiRelease of the Monetary Policy Report
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Why it mattersThe Bank of Canada cuts to 4.5% as excess supply pulls inflation down.
Problems raised
- Excess supply pulls inflation down.
- Shelter and services keep it up.
- Risks become balanced.
Solutions proposed
- Cut the rate to 4.5%.
- Balance upside and downside risks.
- Watch shelter and services.