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BoC Decision Day: What a Hold at 2.25% Means for Your Mortgage

  Published September 2, 2026 Tomorrow's date has been sitting at the bottom of every Canadian Money Brief for weeks, and it's finally here. The Bank of Canada announces its overnight rate decision on Wednesday, September 2 at 9:45 a.m. ET, with Governor Tiff Macklem holding a press conference at 10:30. Every economist polled by Reuters — all 35 of them — expects the same outcome: a hold at 2.25%, the eighth straight meeting without a move. That's the headline. The more useful question for your wallet is what a "boring" hold actually does — and doesn't do — to your mortgage, and why two of the Big Six banks think the boring streak is about to end. Why a hold is the almost-certain call The Bank has a genuinely awkward setup heading into this meeting. On one side, the economy just posted its best quarter in years: GDP grew at a 3.3% annualized pace in the second quarter, well ahead of the Bank's own 2.5% forecast, and July's jobs report added a blowout ...

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Trump’s Financial Snapshot: A Glimpse into His Assets


As the historic trial commences, an intriguing detail has surfaced regarding Donald Trump’s financial status. In 2021, Trump disclosed a statement to the court revealing his financial condition, which included a substantial amount of $293.8 million in cash and cash equivalents. This disclosure came alongside an image of the luxurious Mar-a-Lago resort, hinting at the opulence within Trump’s property portfolio.

The revelation of such a significant cash reserve raises questions about Trump’s broader financial dealings and the assets he holds. As the trial unfolds, further insights into Trump’s economic affairs are anticipated, potentially shedding light on the complexities of his wealth.

This financial disclosure is a key piece of evidence in the trial, offering a rare peek into the private financial affairs of a figure who has consistently been at the center of public and political scrutiny.

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