November 8, 2021
Today’s post covers the Fed's latest policy statement, offers my take on the Oct employment data, and explains why I think the rate-hike hype is all a bit much.
November 1, 2021
A self-reinforcing cycle of higher expected inflation leading to higher actual inflation is the primary risk that central bankers now face.
October 25, 2021
Variable mortgage rates can seem like a scary option in these uncertain times, but are they really that risky? My answer might surprise you.
October 18, 2021
In today’s post I explain why I believe QE tapering will likely delay rate hikes, rather than portend them.
October 12, 2021
The Canadian economy added an impressive number of jobs last month, and our bond yields surged higher on the news. In today’s post I offer my take.
October 4, 2021
Today’s post explains how central bankers are walking the fine line between stimulating their economic recoveries and managing inflationary pressures.
September 27, 2021
Bond yields soared last week after the Fed announced that it would soon begin tapering. Today's post offers my take on how this may impact our mortgage rates.
September 20, 2021
Today’s post explains why I don’t think our current inflation spike portends higher mortgage rates.