Inflationary pressure, weak labour market complicate decision
Economists expect inflation to come in at 2% for August, up from 1.7%
The country's key rate has risen as high as 21% to lower inflation
Counter-tariffs boost income, but spending widens deficit
Core prices climb while consumer spending shows resilience
Central bank to weigh best indicators for core inflation amid supply shocks, new economic trends
Fed chair has signalled central bank will resist political pressure as it weighs slowdown, inflation
Agency confirms the interest rate Canadians must pay on overdue tax will remain 7% in the fourth quarter
Policymakers hold rates steady as tariff-driven inflation risks loom
Inflation jumps to 3.8% in July, dimming hopes for rate cuts