February 21, 2023
Here are links to five of my recent posts about Canadian mortgage rates and inflation.
February 13, 2023
Today's post explains why last week's banner Canadian employment headline is causing investors to pare back their bets on Bank of Canada rate cuts in 2023.
February 6, 2023
Today's post explains why I don't think the Fed's latest rate hike was as dovish as the consensus perceived it to be.
January 30, 2023
Today's post explains why anyone tracking Canadian mortgage rates should temper their reaction to Bank of Canada's rate-hike pause.
January 23, 2023
Most forecasters expect the Bank of Canada to hike its policy rate by another 0.25% when it meets this Wednesday. Here is my take.
January 16, 2023
In today's post I explain why softer than expected US inflation data doesn't change my view that mortgage rates will take longer to drop than many now expect.
January 9, 2023
Here are my five mortgage-related predictions for the year ahead.
January 3, 2023
Happy New Year! Here are links to five of my recent posts to get you caught up.
December 19, 2022
Here are my final and most important observations about our current interest rate environment as we head into 2023.
December 12, 2022
Here are my five key thoughts on the Bank of Canada's latest rate hike, and my take on whether the Bank's policy rate has now peaked.
December 5, 2022
Financial markets are pricing in another 0.25% increase by the Bank of Canada this Wednesday, but I think a 0.50% hike might actually make more sense.
November 28, 2022
Today’s post explains how trigger rates work, dispels fears that they will lead to a US-styled meltdown, and outlines options for borrowers who are hitting them.