The Bank of Canada’s recent decision to hold interest rates at 2.25% has left many GTA homeowners and investors wondering what comes next. Newly released minutes reveal a Governing Council trapped in a delicate ‘stagflation dilemma’: a weakening domestic economy—marked by a 0.1% Q1 GDP contraction—clashing with energy-driven inflation spikes caused by ongoing geopolitical instability.
While the Bank remains nimble, keeping a close eye on potential trade shifts and energy prices, the consensus among experts is that rates will likely remain elevated for the balance of 2026. For those looking to enter the market or renew their mortgages, the message is clear: stability is the current priority, but volatility remains a lurking risk. With the next major policy update set for July 15, all eyes are on whether the balance of economic risks will finally shift. For a deeper dive into these deliberations, read the full report at mpamag.com.
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