Bank of Canada says housing affordability is about boosting supply, not lowering interest rates

As inflation comes under control, there is a growing chorus calling on the central bank to cut interest rates, easing at least some affordability issues. But Bank of Canada governor Tiff Macklem says a lower interest rate isn't the silver bullet people are hoping for.

Bank of Canada says housing affordability is about boosting supply, not lowering interest rates
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As inflation comes under control, there is a growing chorus calling on the central bank to cut interest rates, easing at least some affordability issues. But Bank of Canada governor Tiff Macklem says a lower interest rate isn't the silver bullet people are hoping for.