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BoC Holds at 2.25%: What the Rate Decision (and Rising Gas Prices) Mean for Your Wallet

  Thursday, July 16, 2026 Sixth consecutive hold. A weaker 2026 growth forecast. And inflation that's running hotter because of gas prices, not the usual suspects. Here's what actually changes for you. The Bank of Canada held its overnight rate at 2.25% on Wednesday, exactly as markets expected. No surprise there. What's more interesting is why it held, and what it revealed about where the economy — and your bills — are headed next. This was the sixth straight hold since the Bank finished its easing cycle back in October. But buried in the accompanying Monetary Policy Report were a few numbers worth your attention. The Numbers That Matter Overnight Rate 2.25% (unchanged) Prime Rate (typical) 4.45% 2026 GDP Growth Forecast 0.7% (cut from 1.2%) 2027 / 2028 Growth Forecast 1.8% each year May CPI Inflation 3.2% Inflation Excluding Gasoline 2.2% Unemployment Rate (June) 6.5% Next Rate Decision September 2, 2026 Why Gas Prices Are Driving This Decision Here's the twist in th...
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Wall Street Awaits Key Nvidia Earnings and Inflation Data

 

Wall Street remained relatively quiet today as investors eagerly anticipate Nvidia’s upcoming earnings report and the latest inflation data from the government. Futures for the S&P 500 edged up slightly by less than 0.1%, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average remained nearly unchanged after setting an all-time high the previous day.

The focus is on Nvidia, a key player in the artificial intelligence sector, which is expected to report significant earnings growth. Analysts predict Nvidia will announce earnings of 64 cents per share, a remarkable 156% increase from the same period last year, with revenue projected at $28.6 billion, up 110% year-over-year.

In addition to Nvidia’s results, investors are closely watching the latest inflation data, which could influence the Federal Reserve’s future monetary policy decisions. The combination of corporate earnings and economic indicators is likely to set the tone for the markets in the coming days.

Stay tuned for updates as these critical reports are released.


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