The Bank of Canada held its key interest rate this week and FP Video talks to economists about the decision and what the central bank might do next . Plus, as Donald Trump again ratchets up
tariff threats
against Canada, we interview company and industry leaders about the impact.
Bank of Canada should have cut rates this month: Desjardins
Randall Bartlett, deputy chief economist at Desjardins, talks about the central bank’s decision on Wednesday and where it might go next.
BMO sees Bank of Canada rate falling to two per cent
Douglas Porter, chief economist at BMO Capital Markets, talks about how the economy and Canadian consumers are faring.
50 per cent tariffs could end Canadian steel exports to U.S.
Francois Desmarais, vice- president of Trade & Industry Affairs at Canadian Steel Producers Association, talks about the Canadian steel industry’s reaction to Trump’s latest tariff threats.
Trump’s tariffs bump in the road for tire company
Shayne Casey, board chair at OK Tire, talks about how tariffs are affecting this Canadian company.
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Unpacking the Bank of Canada's interest rate hold: FP video
2025-06-07 10:00:46
