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The key interest rate is cut to 3%: A great opportunity for buyers and sellers!

Key interest rate

The key interest rate is cut to 3%: A great opportunity for buyers and sellers!

Montreal, January 29, 2025 – The Bank of Canada today announced a further reduction in its key policy rate to 3%. The 25-basis-point cut is part of ongoing efforts to control inflation and move closer to the 2% target.

Further reduction in key rate in the face of US economic threats

According to economists, many expected the key rate to remain at 3.25%. However, with the possibility of the Canadian economy soon being severely affected by new U.S. trade tariffs, this uncertainty could pose a real challenge for the country’s economy.

Impact on the Quebec real estate market

Key interest rate

Source : Bank of Canada

This new reduction is designed to adapt to changing economic realities, which could be seriously affected by the imposition of new business rates. On the other hand, this reduction could lead to lower mortgage rates, making home ownership more accessible for buyers.

This reduction in the key rate could have a positive impact on sellers, making it easier for them to sell their properties, as they are likely to sell more quickly. Indeed, a greater number of buyers would now be able to obtain mortgage loans, stimulating demand on the real estate market.

In conclusion, while this reduction is primarily intended to mitigate the effects of the new trade tariffs imposed by the United States, it could also benefit the Montreal real estate market. We encourage you to get in touch with our Montreal real estate brokers to make your next real estate project a reality.

Sources :

Bank of Canada. https://www.bankofcanada.ca/core-functions/monetary-policy/key-interest-rate/

La Presse. https://www.lapresse.ca/affaires/2025-01-29/banque-du-canada/le-taux-directeur-baisse-a-3.php

Le Devoir. https://www.ledevoir.com/economie/836992/annonce-taux-directeur-canada-retour-trump

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