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5 Things to Know Today: US Inflation Day, Canada’s Job Losses and Oil Near $106 | Oct. 14, 2026

  Canadian Money Brief  |  Wednesday, October 14, 2026 Good morning. The biggest number of the day lands at 8:30 a.m. ET, and it could shape where mortgage rates and the loonie go next. Here are the five things worth knowing before you start your day. 1 US inflation report lands at 8:30 a.m. ET September U.S. CPI is the last major inflation reading before the Fed meets Oct. 27–28. Economists expect headline inflation to climb to roughly 3.6%–3.7% from 3.4% in August, a gasoline-driven jump of about 0.6% on the month, while core inflation is seen cooling to around 0.2% month over month. The Fed raised its target range to 3.75%–4.00% on Sept. 16, but September payrolls added just 29,000 jobs, and markets now see roughly a one-in-four chance of another hike in October, with December still largely priced in. What it means for you: A hotter-than-expected print can push bond yields higher, and Canadian fixed mortgage rates follow the 5-year bond. A cooler one eases the pressu...

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Trump Suggests Making Canada the 51st U.S. State: A Bold Proposal

 

In a recent statement, former President Donald Trump made waves by suggesting that Canada should become the 51st state of the United States. While speaking at a rally, Trump claimed that the idea of incorporating Canada into the U.S. was not just a passing thought, but a "real thing" he was considering.

The bold proposal has sparked immediate reactions, with many questioning its feasibility and implications. Critics point to the significant political, cultural, and economic differences between the two countries, which might make such an integration challenging. Supporters, however, see it as an opportunity for stronger economic ties and a unified front on the global stage.

Although Trump’s suggestion was likely meant to stir conversation, it raises important questions about the future of North American relations and the boundaries of national identity. Whether this idea gains any traction or remains a talking point in political circles, it has certainly captured the attention of many.

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