Bank of Canada holds, maintains neutral outlook
As had been almost universally expected, the Bank of Canada left its policy settings on hold this morning, and again clearly signalled that policy rates are sitting at near-neutral levels, minimising the likelihood of another move in the coming months. Policymakers led by Governor Tiff Macklem maintained the policy rate at 2.25 percent after cutting at both the September and October meetings, and in the official statement setting out the decision, again noted that the current policy rate is “at about the right level” to keep inflation under control and sustain growth. Officials acknowledged signs of resilience in the Canadian...