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EPISODE · Jul 15, 2026 · 1H 18M

Bank of Canada holds key interest rate, warns of Iran War uncertainty

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The Bank of Canada held its key interest rate unchanged today, citing economic growth and a downward trend in inflation. However, BOC Governor Tiff Macklem warned that rate hikes aren't off the table, with global oil prices surrounded by cloudy skies. Vassy speaks with RBC Chief Economist Frances Donald. On today's show: Questions continue to swirl around the details of Prime Minister Carney's deal to open the Gordie Howe Bridge, as the feds won't say if it will release the full text of the agreement. The Explainer with Gladstone A.I. co-founder Jeremie Harris: Should Canada be building A.I. data centres? The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Sharan Kaur, Stephanie Levitz, and Jordan Paquet. CTV B.C. Bureau Chief Andrew Johnson breaks down what experts are saying about a downturn on overdose deaths in that province. Digging into today's Monetary Police Report from the Bank of Canada with CTV senior correspondent Judy Trinh.

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