Central Bank Guidance
National Bank of Canada Accelerates Rate Hike Expectations
23 Sep 2026
National Bank of Canada has adjusted its monetary policy outlook, pulling forward its expectation for a Bank of Canada interest rate hike from January to December 2026.
Why it matters
The shift in expectations for the Bank of Canada reflects a more hawkish stance on domestic inflation and economic resilience, directly impacting the CAD yield curve and market pricing.