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On October 28, 2026, the Bank of Canada tightened its policy stance, setting the overnight target at 2.5%. The accompanying Bank Rate now stands at 2.75%, while the deposit rate sits at 2.45%. This adjustment affects Canadian banks and other institutions active in the overnight funding market, with downstream implications for borrowers nationwide.

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Context and Next Steps

The move responds to stubbornly elevated oil costs and mounting input price pressures. Consumer price inflation has held near 3% since April and is anticipated to climb toward 3.5% by year-end. Policymakers left the door open to additional tightening but emphasized cautious progression amid trade and Middle East uncertainties. The subsequent announcement is slated for December 9, 2026, with a full report following January 27, 2027. Verify specifics through the Bank's original October 28 release.

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Sources

  1. Bank of Canada — Bank of Canada raises the policy rate by 25 basis points to 2½% ↗

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