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Canada's central bank keeps interest rates steady at 2.25%, sparking a rise in variable-rate mortgages due to soaring fixed-rate costs.
The Bank of Canada has held its key interest rate at 2.25% for the second consecutive meeting, citing persistent inflation and a strong labor market.
Despite economic cooling signs, officials say future rate decisions will depend on incoming data.
In response, variable-rate mortgages in Canada surged to 26% of new mortgages in January 2026, up from 7% in 2024, as rising fixed-rate costs—driven by global bond volatility—make variable options more attractive despite their higher short-term risk.
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El banco central de Canadá mantiene las tasas de interés estables en 2.25%, lo que ha provocado un aumento en las hipotecas de tasa variable debido al aumento de los costos de tasa fija.