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Bank of Canada Interest Rate Decision on December 10, 2025: Why Markets Expect a Hold at 2.25% as the Fed Cuts Again

Bank of Canada Interest Rate Decision on December 10, 2025: Why Markets Expect a Hold at 2.25% as the Fed Cuts Again

The Bank of Canada is expected to hold its overnight rate at 2.25% on December 10, after 275 basis points of cuts since 2024. Markets see near-unanimous odds for no change, as inflation slowed to 2.2% in October and job growth remains strong. The decision will coincide with a likely rate cut from the U.S. Federal Reserve, deepening policy divergence.
8 December 2025
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UK Mortgage Rates Hit Pre‑Mini‑Budget Lows as China’s $1 Trillion Trade Surplus Shifts the Global Outlook

UK Mortgage Rates Hit Pre‑Mini‑Budget Lows as China’s $1 Trillion Trade Surplus Shifts the Global Outlook

UK mortgage rates have dropped to their lowest since September 2022, with typical two-year fixes at 4.86% and five-year deals at 4.91%, according to Moneyfacts. Major lenders have cut prices, sparking talk of a mortgage price war. Meanwhile, China’s trade surplus topped $1 trillion for the first time after exports rose nearly 6% year-on-year in November.
8 December 2025
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Bank of Canada Expected to Hold Interest Rate at 2.25% on December 10 as Fed Prepares to Cut

Bank of Canada Expected to Hold Interest Rate at 2.25% on December 10 as Fed Prepares to Cut

The Bank of Canada is expected to hold its key interest rate at 2.25% on December 10, according to a Reuters poll of 33 economists. The U.S. Federal Reserve is widely forecast to cut its rate by 25 basis points the same day. The Bank of Canada will announce its decision at 9:45 a.m. ET, followed by a press conference at 10:30 a.m. The Canadian rate has fallen from 3.25% at the start of 2025.
8 December 2025
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Canada Stock Market Today, December 8, 2025: TSX Futures Flat as Investors Brace for Bank of Canada and Fed Rate Decisions

Canada Stock Market Today, December 8, 2025: TSX Futures Flat as Investors Brace for Bank of Canada and Fed Rate Decisions

S&P/TSX Composite Index futures were flat early Monday after the benchmark slipped 0.5% Friday to 31,311.41, retreating from a record high. Investors await interest rate decisions from the Bank of Canada, expected to hold at 2.25% Wednesday, and the U.S. Federal Reserve. Strong jobs data and high commodity prices have kept the TSX near all-time highs.
8 December 2025
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Oil Prices Hover Near Two-Week Highs as Fed Rate Cut Bets Collide With Ukraine War Uncertainty

Oil Prices Hover Near Two-Week Highs as Fed Rate Cut Bets Collide With Ukraine War Uncertainty

Brent crude traded just under $64 a barrel Monday, with WTI near $60, as oil prices hovered at two-week highs ahead of the U.S. Federal Reserve’s policy meeting. Traders expect an 80–85% chance of a Fed rate cut, but uncertainty over Ukraine peace talks and ongoing Ukrainian strikes on Russian energy infrastructure kept a risk premium in place.
8 December 2025
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Fed, RBA, BoC and SNB: The Central‑Bank Heavy Economic Calendar for 8–15 December 2025

Fed, RBA, BoC and SNB: The Central‑Bank Heavy Economic Calendar for 8–15 December 2025

The US Federal Reserve, Reserve Bank of Australia, Bank of Canada, and Swiss National Bank meet between December 8 and 15, with markets expecting a Fed rate cut and others to hold steady. US inflation remains above target at 3%, while eurozone inflation reached 2.2% in November. UK GDP shrank 0.1% in September. China’s trade and inflation data are due amid heightened political pressure on global economic policy.
7 December 2025
REIT Stock Prices on December 7, 2025: Are Rate Cuts Setting Up a 2026 Rally?

REIT Stock Prices on December 7, 2025: Are Rate Cuts Setting Up a 2026 Rally?

The FTSE Nareit All REITs Index slipped 0.11% on December 5, while the Mortgage REITs Index rose 0.38%. The Vanguard Real Estate ETF closed at $89.88, down 6% over the past year. Listed REITs show higher or equal occupancy rates than private funds in most sectors, but trade at cheaper valuations. The valuation gap between REITs and the S&P 500 has widened to levels last seen during major market shocks.
7 December 2025
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Nasdaq Today, December 6, 2025: Tech-Led Rally Caps Strong Week as 2026 Rate-Cut and AI Bets Drive Forecasts

Nasdaq Today, December 6, 2025: Tech-Led Rally Caps Strong Week as 2026 Rate-Cut and AI Bets Drive Forecasts

The Nasdaq Composite closed Friday at 23,578.13, up 0.31%, and gained 0.9% for the week, bringing its year-to-date rise to 22.1%. The Nasdaq-100 finished at 25,692.05, up 0.43%, near record highs. Core PCE inflation slowed to 2.8% year-on-year in September. U.S. consumer sentiment improved to 53.3 in early December.
6 December 2025
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Canada Stock Market Today, December 5, 2025: TSX Slips From Record High as Jobs Shock Reshapes Rate Expectations

Canada Stock Market Today, December 5, 2025: TSX Slips From Record High as Jobs Shock Reshapes Rate Expectations

Canada’s S&P/TSX Composite Index slipped 0.3% to 31,375 at midday Friday, pulling back from Thursday’s record close. Tech and health-care stocks led declines, while energy and retail shares limited losses. The Canadian dollar hit a 10-week high after November jobs data showed a gain of 53,600 positions and unemployment falling to 6.5%. Markets expect the Bank of Canada to hold its rate at 2.25% next week.
5 December 2025
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Bank of Canada Rate Cuts Are Likely Over: What a 2.25% Policy Rate Means for Mortgages, Housing and TSX Mid‑Cap Stocks

Bank of Canada Rate Cuts Are Likely Over: What a 2.25% Policy Rate Means for Mortgages, Housing and TSX Mid‑Cap Stocks

The Bank of Canada is expected to hold its policy rate at 2.25% on December 10, after 275 basis points of cuts since the start of its easing cycle. A Reuters poll of 33 economists shows no further cuts are likely until at least 2027. Unemployment fell to 6.5% in November, the lowest in 16 months. Variable mortgage rates are seen staying steady as affordability improves from 2022–23 peaks.
5 December 2025
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UK Stock Market Today: FTSE 100 Hovers Near Record High as Rate-Cut Hopes Offset Weak UK Data (5 December 2025)

UK Stock Market Today: FTSE 100 Hovers Near Record High as Rate-Cut Hopes Offset Weak UK Data (5 December 2025)

The FTSE 100 traded near 9,725 late Friday morning, up about 0.15%, leaving it 1.9% below its record close. Investors weighed weak UK construction and jobs data against expectations of interest rate cuts from the Bank of England and US Federal Reserve this month. European markets also edged higher. Ocado shares jumped after a $350 million settlement with Kroger.
5 December 2025
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Federal Reserve News Today: Markets Price In December Rate Cut as Trump Teases New Fed Chair Pick

Federal Reserve News Today: Markets Price In December Rate Cut as Trump Teases New Fed Chair Pick

Markets expect the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates by 25 basis points at its December 9–10 meeting, with economists and futures pricing showing strong consensus. President Donald Trump signaled plans to name a new Fed chair in early 2026, with Kevin Hassett seen as the leading candidate. The Fed last cut rates on October 29 and ended quantitative tightening on December 1.
5 December 2025
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RBI Cuts Repo Rate to 5.25% Amid ‘Goldilocks’ Economy: How the December 2025 Policy Will Hit EMIs, Rupee and Markets

RBI Cuts Repo Rate to 5.25% Amid ‘Goldilocks’ Economy: How the December 2025 Policy Will Hit EMIs, Rupee and Markets

The Reserve Bank of India cut its policy repo rate by 25 basis points to 5.25% on Friday, with all six Monetary Policy Committee members voting in favor. The central bank maintained a neutral policy stance and announced open market bond purchases and a $5 billion forex swap for liquidity. The rupee slipped past 90 per dollar after the decision. Inflation remains below the RBI's 2% floor, while GDP growth is near 8%.
5 December 2025
Federal Reserve News Today: Rate Cut Odds Near 90% as Trump Eyes New Fed Chair

Federal Reserve News Today: Rate Cut Odds Near 90% as Trump Eyes New Fed Chair

Markets see an 80–90% chance the Federal Reserve will cut interest rates at its December 10 meeting, following weak jobs data and a recent 0.25-point cut. Donald Trump is moving to replace Jerome Powell as Fed chair, with Kevin Hassett now the leading candidate. The Fed has also ended quantitative tightening and stopped losing money amid growing political scrutiny. The federal funds rate stands at 3.75% to 4.00%.
4 December 2025
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U.S. Economy Today (Dec. 4, 2025): Fed Rate‑Cut Bets Grow as Jobless Claims Rise and Confidence Falls

U.S. Economy Today (Dec. 4, 2025): Fed Rate‑Cut Bets Grow as Jobless Claims Rise and Confidence Falls

U.S. jobless claims rose to 219,000, slightly above forecasts, while Gallup reports economic confidence at its lowest since mid-2024. Stock futures held steady near record highs as traders anticipate a Federal Reserve rate cut next week. The dollar weakened on those expectations. Fitch and the OECD raised 2025 U.S. growth forecasts, citing strong AI investment.
4 December 2025
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  • D-Wave Quantum (QBTS) to Host First Investor Day at NYSE on June 1, 2026
    May 2, 2026, 4:53 AM EDT. D-Wave Quantum Inc. (NYSE: QBTS) will hold its inaugural Investor Day on June 1, 2026, at the New York Stock Exchange and online. The event, themed "The D-Wave Difference," aims to showcase the company's dual-platform quantum computing technology, product roadmap, and growth strategy. D-Wave is the first commercial supplier offering both annealing and gate-model quantum systems, serving over 100 organizations globally through on-premises and cloud services. Investors will gain insights into D-Wave's leadership in quantum innovation and its approach to translating technology into commercial opportunities.

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