Bank of Canada Holds Rate at 2.25%, Tariffs Raise Inflation Concerns

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The Bank of Canada held its key overnight rate at 2.25% on Tuesday, as expected, marking the seventh consecutive meeting without a change. In its statement, the central bank noted that new U.S. tariffs and Canada's retaliatory measures could push up business costs and gradually feed into consumer prices. While upside risks to inflation have increased, the bank expressed concern that tariffs add uncertainty to the economic growth outlook. With ongoing tensions in the Middle East, it reiterated its readiness to adjust monetary policy as needed.

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％Canada Prime Rate
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Bank of Canada holds rate at 2.25%, no change, but signals potential future hikes due to tariff-driven inflation, which could lead to higher rates.

％Canada Government Bond 10Y
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Holding rates steady but with hawkish tone on inflation may lead to higher yields, but current hold suggests no immediate change.

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