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Business News · Oct 29, 2026

Bank of Canada rate hike pushes Canadian prime rates higher, raising borrowing costs for households and businesses

The Bank of Canada raised its policy rate by 25 basis points on October 28, 2026, prompting major Canadian banks to lift their prime lending rates on October 29. The moves tighten financing for mortgages and business credit at a time of persistent inflation and uneven growth.

Economy & Markets · Sep 18, 2026

China’s Fiscal Revenue Rises 5.7% as Beijing Prepares New Economic Support

China's fiscal revenue increased 5.7% year-on-year during the first eight months of 2026 as Beijing prepares additional fiscal and financial measures to support the world's second-largest economy.

Economy & Markets · Sep 17, 2026

UK Bonds Rally as Bank of England Pauses £500 Billion Debt-Sale Programme

British government bonds rallied after the Bank of England paused active sales from its nearly £500 billion bond portfolio, offering markets relief even as policymakers warned that energy costs could push inflation above 4%.