Bank Of Canada Preview: At The Top With Only Downside To Come

Mar. 03, 2023 9:15 AM ET, , , ,

Summary

  • After 425bp of interest rate hikes, the Bank of Canada signalled it would pause to digest the impact.
  • Since its January meeting, growth has disappointed and inflation has slowed more than expected, though job creation continues at pace.
  • Canada is heavily exposed to higher rates and we see downside risks to growth, with rate cuts on the cards for Q4.

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By James Knightley and Francesco Pesole

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