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5 Things to Know Today: Your Canadian Money Brief

  Wednesday, April 29, 2026 | moneysavings.ca/canadian-money-brief 1. The Bank of Canada Is Watching — And So Should You Markets are closely parsing every signal from the Bank of Canada ahead of its next rate announcement. With inflation holding stubbornly above target in key categories like shelter and groceries, economists are split on whether another cut is on the table or a longer hold is in store. If you're carrying variable-rate debt or sitting on a GIC renewal, now is the time to model both scenarios. What to do: Don't lock into a long-term rate product until after the next announcement. A few days of patience could save you thousands. 2. Spring Housing Market: More Listings, Less Panic After years of near-empty inventory, more Canadian sellers are finally listing — particularly in the Greater Toronto Area and Greater Vancouver. The uptick in supply is giving buyers breathing room they haven't seen since pre-pandemic times. That said, prices haven't mean...

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Israel Strikes Hezbollah Targets Deep Inside Lebanon: Escalating Tensions and Aerial Confrontations

In a significant escalation of hostilities, the Israeli Air Force carried out rare strikes on targets deep inside Lebanon. These strikes, which occurred on Monday, have raised concerns and revived tensions in the region. Here are the key details:

  1. The Strikes: Israeli warplanes targeted locations associated with the militant Hezbollah group within Lebanese territory. The strikes were notably deep into Lebanon, near the northeastern city of Baalbek. Residents reported explosions, and at least two people lost their lives in the attacks.

  2. Hezbollah’s Response: The Israeli strikes came shortly after Hezbollah claimed to have shot down an Israeli drone using its air defense system. This incident further heightened the already tense situation along the Lebanon-Israel border.

  3. Context: These strikes mark some of the deepest Israeli military actions within Lebanon since the onset of the Israel-Hamas war more than four months ago. The conflict has been ongoing, and the recent events underscore the volatility of the region.

  4. Cease-Fire Talks: Interestingly, these strikes occurred just a day after Israel’s Defense Minister, Yoav Gallant, vowed to intensify attacks on Hezbollah, even if a cease-fire is reached with Hamas in the Gaza Strip.

As the situation unfolds, the international community closely monitors developments in the Middle East. The delicate balance between regional powers remains precarious, and any further escalation could have far-reaching consequences.


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