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Macklem Just Raised the Inflation Alarm: What Monday’s CPI Means for Your Wallet

  Canadian Money Brief  |  Sunday, October 18, 2026  |  Written ahead of Monday’s 8:30 am ET inflation release Bank of Canada Governor Tiff Macklem has just told Canadians what the central bank is about to say on October 28: its inflation forecast is going up, and by a lot. The reason is oil. With the Middle East conflict dragging on, shipments still curtailed and refinery capacity damaged, he said the risk that inflation broadens and lingers has gone up. Speaking to reporters from Bangkok on Saturday, he framed the coming decision as a simple question: will inflation drift back toward 2% on its own, or does the Bank need to raise rates to nudge it there? Monday is the first real clue. Here is what is landing, what economists expect, and what it could mean for your gas bill, your grocery cart, your heating costs and your mortgage. 3.0% August CPI, year over year 3.2% September consensus (Reuters poll) 2.25% BoC policy rate, unchanged for nearly a year Oct 28 Rat...

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Global Markets Maintain Cautious Stance Amidst Mixed Signals on August 9, 2023

 

Global Markets Maintain Cautious Stance Amidst Mixed Signals on August 9, 2023

On August 9, 2023, the global financial markets displayed a mixed and cautious sentiment. Stock indices in Asia started the day on a tentative note, with investors closely monitoring geopolitical developments and potential regulatory changes impacting various sectors.


 
European markets showed a slightly more optimistic trend, bolstered by positive earnings reports from key companies. In the United States, early trading indicated a moderate uptick, with tech giants driving gains while concerns over inflation and interest rate shifts lingered. 


Cryptocurrency markets experienced notable volatility, as regulatory discussions continued worldwide. Overall, market participants exhibited a watchful attitude as they awaited further economic indicators and policy updates to navigate the intricate balance between recovery optimism and prevailing uncertainties.






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