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Even modest rate hike could derail Ontario budget Fallback Image Decorative pattern

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Even modest rate hike could derail Ontario budget

An unexpected rise in interest rates could jeopardize provincial government promises of balanced budgets.

By Canadian Business |February 24, 2016

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This year, the Fed will be more defensive

The U.S. Fed says global weakness has made it difficult to forecast growth and inflation prospects.

By Wire services |February 17, 2016

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Don’t depend on a boost from the BoC Fallback Image Decorative pattern

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Don’t depend on a boost from the BoC

Changing global demographics — not monetary policy — are the main drivers of low interest rates in many of the world’s largest economies.

By Staff |February 11, 2016

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Don’t depend on interest rates to shore up economy: BoC Fallback Image Decorative pattern

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Don’t depend on interest rates to shore up economy: BoC

The BoC's trend-setting interest rate won't be key in shoring up financial system.

February 8, 2016

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