Podcast Episode Details
Back to Podcast Episodes
Bank of Canada Rate Hold, Housing Supply Gaps, and Economic Insights
Episode 485
The episode begins with an introduction and welcome, followed by a sponsor message from Real Approved Incorporated. A discussion on the Bank of Canada's decision to hold the overnight lending rate steady is presented, along with the impact of U.S. trade tensions on Canada's economy. The episode delves into the balance between supporting the housing market and addressing inflation concerns, referencing a CMHC report on housing supply gaps. The conversation shifts to Prime Minister's housing goals and TD Bank's skepticism, highlighting the systemic changes needed in the sector. The episode concludes with closing remarks and a sponsor reminder. (0:00) Introduction and welcome (0:23) Sponsor: Real Approved Incorporated (0:43) Bank of Canada holds overnight lending rate steady; Impact of U.S. trade tensions on Canada's economy (2:01) Balancing housing market support and inflation concerns; CMHC report and housing supply gaps (5:06) Prime Minister's housing goals and TD Bank's skepticism; Recap on systemic changes needed (9:17) Episode closing remarks and sponsor reminder
Published on 1 week ago