The benchmark interest rate in Canada was last recorded at 2.75 percent. This dataset provides - Canada Interest Rate - actual values, historical data, forecast, chart, statistics, economic calendar and news.

In May 2025, global inflation rates and central bank interest rates showed significant variation across major economies. Most economies initiated interest rate cuts from mid-2024 due to declining inflationary pressures. The U.S., UK, and EU central banks followed a consistent pattern of regular rate reductions throughout late 2024. In early 2025, Russia maintained the highest interest rate at 20 percent, while Japan retained the lowest at 0.5 percent. Varied inflation rates across major economies The inflation landscape varies considerably among major economies. China had the lowest inflation rate at -0.1 percent in May 2025. In contrast, Russia maintained a high inflation rate of 9.9 percent. These figures align with broader trends observed in early 2025, where China had the lowest inflation rate among major developed and emerging economies, while Russia's rate remained the highest. Central bank responses and economic indicators Central banks globally implemented aggressive rate hikes throughout 2022-23 to combat inflation. The European Central Bank exemplified this trend, raising rates from 0 percent in January 2022 to 4.5 percent by September 2023. A coordinated shift among major central banks began in mid-2024, with the ECB, Bank of England, and Federal Reserve initiating rate cuts, with forecasts suggesting further cuts through 2025 and 2026.

This table contains 38 series, with data starting from 1957 (not all combinations necessarily have data for all years). This table contains data described by the following dimensions (Not all combinations are available): Geography (1 item: Canada), Rates (38 items: Bank rate; Chartered bank administered interest rates - prime business; Chartered bank - consumer loan rate; Forward premium or discount (-), United States dollars in Canada: 1 month; ...).

Key information about Canada Real Effective Exchange Rate

• Canada Real Effective Exchange Rate (REER: 2005=100: Month Avg: Canada) was 88.4 in Dec 2024, compared with the number of 90.0 in the previous month.
• Canada Real Effective Exchange Rate data is updated monthly and averaged 116.5 from Jan 1999 to Dec 2024.
• The data reached an all-time high of 116.5 in Oct 2007 and a record low of 80.5 in Nov 2001.

CEIC generates Real Effective Exchange Rate Index with base 2005=100. The Bank of Canada provides Real Effective Exchange Rate Index with base 1999=100. CPI is used as a deflator. An increase in REER indicates reduced competitiveness for the reporting economy.


Related information about Canada Real Effective Exchange Rate

• In the latest reports, Canada Short Term Interest Rate: Month End: Treasury Bills Yield: 3 Months was reported at 2.9 % pa in Jan 2025.
• The cash rate (Policy Rate: Month End: Overnight Target Rate) was set at 3.0 % pa in Jan 2025.
• Canada Exchange Rate against USD averaged 1.3 (USD/CAD) in Jun 2023.

A graphic that displays the dollar performance against other currencies reveals that economic developments had mixed results on currency exchanges. The third quarter of 2023 marked a period of disinflation in the euro area, while China's projected growth was projected to go up. The United States economy was said to have a relatively strong performance in Q3 2023, although growing capital market interest rate and the resumption of student loan repayments might dampen this growth at the end of 2023. A relatively weak Japanese yen Q3 2023 saw pressure from investors towards Japanese authorities on how they would respond to the situation surrounding the Japanese yen. The USD/JPY rate was close to ***, whereas analysts suspected it should be around ** given the country's purchase power parity. The main reason for this disparity is said to be the differences in central bank interest rates between the United States, the euro area, and Japan. Any future aggressive changes from, especially the U.S. Fed might lower those differences. Financial markets responded somewhat disappoint when Japan did not announce major plans to tackle the situation. Potential rent decreases in 2024 Central bank rates peak in 2023, although it is expected that some of these will decline in early 2024. That said, analysts expect overall policies will remain restrictive. For example, the Bank of England's interest rate remained unchanged at **** percent in Q3 2023. It is believed the United Kingdom's central bank will ease its interest rate in 2024 but less than either the U.S. Fed or the European Central Bank. This should be a positive development for the pound compared to either the euro or the dollar.

The Dollar and Variety Store industry in Canada has been resilient and adaptable in the face of economic shifts and inflationary pressures. Industry revenue has risen over the past five years at a CAGR of 2.8%. With an anticipated growth of 1.0% this year, it will reach $8.3 billion in 2025. These stores have evolved beyond their basic, impulse-buy roots, gaining traction with middle-income consumers by diversifying product lines and enhancing customer experiences. With over 85% of Canadians living within 10 kilometres of a Dollarama, according to the company’s estimates, their accessibility and broadened offerings have made them essential in the retail landscape. Despite tight and fluctuating profit driven by volatile input costs, the temperance of inflation promises more predictability, setting the stage for future growth. Over the past five years, these stores have skillfully leveraged economic volatility to their advantage. The spike in 2020 revenue by 11.8% highlights their ability to capture budget-conscious shoppers during the pandemic downturn. They’ve navigated through shifts in per capita disposable income and spikes in the consumer price index by emphasizing their affordable essentials. Dollar stores’ adaptability and emphasis on in-store innovations, like strategic product placements and optimized queue lines, have kept them afloat against external competition. By revamping aesthetics and introducing national brands, dollar stores have shattered negative stereotypes and set new standards for chic, budget-friendly shopping. The next five years hold promising potential, tempered with challenges. Revenue is projected to climb at a CAGR of 1.1%, hitting $8.8 billion in 2030. Major chains like Dollarama and Dollar Tree are expected to drive this growth through aggressive expansion and tech investments. These strategies will ensure they remain competitive amid increased pressure from major retailers like Amazon and Temu. As consumers continue tightening their wallets with an expected 0.7% annual decline in disposable income, dollar stores are poised to capture this bargain-hunting demographic. By embracing advancements in AI and inventory management, they aim to enhance shopping experiences and extend their market reach. With anticipated interest rate cuts potentially lowering operational costs, these stores are set to consolidate their position in Canada’s evolving retail scene.

The average market risk premium in Canada was *** percent in 2024. This means investors demanded an extra *** Canadian dollars on a 100 Canadian dollar investment. This extra cost should compensate for the risk of an investment based in Canada. What causes risk? As far as country-specific factors are concerned, macroeconomic trends can cause risk. For example, the inflation rate in relation to other countries can change the relative value of an investment. Lower inflation in Canada could weaken the Canadian dollar, reducing the value of Canadian assets in terms of another currency, such as the euro or U.S. dollar. The Canadian context As a country, Canada has a fairly high national debt. Some economists point to this as an increased default risk, since debt servicing can become costly. However, most investors agree that Canada, as an advanced economy, is creditworthy and not at risk of defaulting. A better measure is to look at Canada’s risk premium in the context of interest rates from other countries. These deposit rates can be used as a baseline for the market risk premium of other countries, though they do not include all the factors that have been used to calculate this statistic.

The yield on Canada 10Y Bond Yield eased to 3.27% on June 30, 2025, marking a 0.03 percentage point decrease from the previous session. Over the past month, the yield has edged up by 0.05 points, though it remains 0.34 points lower than a year ago, according to over-the-counter interbank yield quotes for this government bond maturity. Canada 10-Year Government Bond Yield - values, historical data, forecasts and news - updated on July of 2025.