BOC Rejects Recession Label, Says Canadian Economy Just Weak
Recession rejection by the BoC reduces the probability of deep rate cuts, lifting yield expectations and pressuring bond prices. Canadian bonds likely sell off as markets price in less accommodation.
- ▲ Sustained economic weakness forces dovish pivot
- ▲ Flight-to-safety demand for bonds
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Why would Canadian bond yields rise on this news?
The BoC not calling it a recession signals less need for aggressive rate cuts, reducing the expected path of future rates and increasing yields.
What risk could reverse this bearish bond view?
If data subsequently confirms a recession, rate-cut bets could surge, pushing yields lower and bonds higher.