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BoC Opens the Door to Rate Hikes: What It Means for Your Mortgage

  Published September 4, 2026 The Bank of Canada held its policy rate at 2.25% on September 2 — the seventh straight hold — but Governor Tiff Macklem didn't sound like a central banker done for the year. He told reporters the Bank is "prepared to raise interest rates, and if it takes more than one increase, we're prepared to do that," if inflation stays too high. That's a real shift in tone, and it lands right as a wave of Canadians hit their mortgage renewal date. Here's what changed, who's forecasting what, and what it actually means for your payment. Why the Bank Suddenly Sounds Hawkish Canada's annual inflation rate has climbed to around 3% — a full point above the Bank's 2% target — and the Bank is pointing squarely at energy prices. Oil has stayed elevated because of the Iran conflict and disruption near the Strait of Hormuz, pushing gas prices up and dragging headline CPI with it. Core inflation, which strips out food and energy, is still s...
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Dubai’s Safe-Haven Status Shaken as Iranian Strikes Jolt Investor Confidence

 

Vehicles drive along a highway, amid the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran, in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, March 4, 2026. Picture taken with a mobile phone. 

Iran’s recent missile and drone attacks on Dubai have sent shockwaves through one of the world’s most dynamic investment hubs, undermining its long‑standing reputation as a safe haven for global capital. The strikes, part of a broader escalation involving Iran and Western allies, have rattled foreign investors who have been central to Dubai’s booming real estate and tourism sectors. 

Before the conflict, Dubai’s property market was experiencing record‑breaking demand, with developers pre‑selling units within hours and foreign buyers—particularly from India—driving rapid price growth. Now, the sudden geopolitical instability has triggered concerns of a market slowdown, with some analysts warning of potential capital flight and declining investor sentiment.

Reports indicate that the attacks have damaged key infrastructure, including hotels, residential areas, and airports, further eroding confidence in the emirate’s security environment. Dubai, long marketed as a luxury tourism and investment sanctuary, now faces a reputational challenge as investors reassess risk in the Gulf region. 

Still, experts note that Dubai enters this crisis from a position of strength, with robust global demand and a diversified investor base. Whether the shock proves temporary or marks a deeper structural shift will depend on how quickly regional tensions ease—and how effectively the UAE restores confidence in its stability. 

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