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18.03.202613:45:00UTC+00Bank of Canada Holds Interest Rate Steady at 2.25%, Signals Policy Pause

The Bank of Canada kept its key interest rate unchanged at 2.25% on 18 March 2026, maintaining its previous policy stance as it assesses evolving economic conditions. The decision leaves the benchmark rate at the same level as the prior reading, indicating that policymakers are opting for continuity rather than further tightening or easing at this stage.

By holding the rate at 2.25%, the central bank is likely balancing concerns over inflation dynamics with the need to support economic growth and financial stability. The unchanged setting suggests that the Bank of Canada is in a wait-and-see mode, monitoring incoming data before committing to a new direction for monetary policy. Market participants and investors will now focus on forthcoming economic releases and central bank communications for clues on the timing and likelihood of any future rate moves.

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