The key interest rate is now 3.25%
Keeping inflation at 2% mitigates several risks, Mendes says
BoC's target rate is set to be cut in December, the question is by how much
The central bank's next interest rate announcement is scheduled for Dec. 11
Steeper rates have increased the debt load of low- and middle-income households
Supply shocks create more risks to inflation, Macklem says
Central bank says its job has shifted from lowering inflation to maintaining it around the 2% target
Half-a-percentage-point cut could be on tap for Wednesday
Canadians said they're reducing spending, putting off buying big-ticket items
Adding the role will bring even more perspectives, skills: Macklem
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