BDL in the News

Our team provides insights and commentary on the Canadian economy that are sought after by national and local media outlets. Browse our media appearances and press releases to learn more about our work and our impact.

Showing 6 out of 64
news

Apr 17, 2024

Toronto Star: Bank of Canada holds key rate at 5%, signals June cut ‘within realm of possibilities’

The latest increase in U.S. inflation also casts doubt on the central bank’s next move, said Andrew DiCapua, senior economist at the Canadian Chamber of Commerce.
news

Apr 17, 2024

Finanical Post: Canada’s inflation rate ticks up to 2.9% on higher gas prices

Canadian Chamber Senior Economist comments on March 2024 CPI release
news

Apr 10, 2024

Financial Post: Bank of Canada says June interest rate cut ‘within the realm of possibilities’

Andrew DiCapua, senior economist at the Canadian Chamber of Commerce, said energy price volatility remains a wildcard for the central bank, despite a more optimistic GDP forecast and anticipation of reduced inflation by year’s end.
news

Mar 21, 2024

Bloomberg: ‘Relief’: What Economists Are Saying About Canada’s Inflation Surprise

Andrew DiCapua, senior economist at the Canadian Chamber of Commerce tells Bloomberg “we shouldn’t expect any moves from the bank until June.
news

Mar 21, 2024

Financial Post: Bank of Canada policymakers at odds over when they can cut interest rates

Andrew DiCapua, senior economist at the Canadian Chamber of Commerce’s business data lab, is also expecting the Bank of Canada to continue holding rates through June, while taking the time to digest two more inflation updates, updated surveys on expectations and a federal budget.
news

Mar 04, 2024

BNN Bloomberg: Taking Stock – Consumer Spending

The Canadian Chamber of Commerce’s Senior Economist Andrew DiCapua joins Bloomberg’s Amanda Lang to talk about recent retail sales data.

Let us help you unlock your full potential.

Sign up for new insights and updates.