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At long last, an interest rate cut. What comes next?
Jun 6, 2024
Senior economist David discusses the recent interest rate cut by the Bank of Canada and its implications for Canadians managing debt. The podcast explores the impact of rising interest rates on the housing market, factors influencing the Bank of Canada's decisions on interest rates, effects of the rate cut on mortgages and businesses, and the complexities of interest rates on various sectors of the economy.
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- First interest rate cut in four years aims to ease financial burdens on Canadians struggling with debt.
- Bank of Canada's rate adjustments have profound impacts on mortgages, business loans, and long-term economy.
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Bank of Canada's Rate Cut Impact
The Bank of Canada has decreased its policy rate by 25 basis points to 4.75%, marking the first rate cut in four years. This reduction aims to alleviate financial burdens on Canadians dealing with mortgages, car payments, or other debts. However, the impact of a quarter-point decrease may vary for individuals struggling to maintain their debt payments.
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