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Some Analysts Nudge Up Rate Calls Post BoC

CANADA

Initial analyst reactions see CIBC and RBC, at the low end of the analyst terminal rate spectrum, now nudge up/see upside risk to their terminal rate forecast.

  • CIBC: “We took note that the final paragraph opted to retain the view that “interest rates will need to rise further.” We’ll therefore be lifting our target for the end of this tightening cycle, with another 25-50 bps on tap for October” [i.e. a terminal 3.5% or 3.75%].
  • RBC: “Today’s meeting suggests upside risk to our call for a 25bp hike in Oct to a peak 3.50%.”
  • At the hawkish end, ING: Sticking to view of 4% policy rate by year-end (75bps over two meetings), looking for cuts in late 2023

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