Monetary policy still outweighs gold as a factor in dollar's value: Desjardins
Macklem urges leaders to axe internal trade barriers, improve access to global markets
Central bank ends three-month streak of rate holds to support slowing economy
Gas prices, cost of most groceries rise month over month
Weaker labour market would give Bank of Canada room for more rate cuts
28% of firms surveyed in Q2 said they expect a recession
Analysts expect the central bank could maintain a neutral rate as it waits "for the next shock"
Lower interest rates have helped boost business, household resiliency
Inflation slowdown gives the central bank "breathing room," Desjardins economist says
Deliberations reveal policymakers grappled with uncertainty