News

• January 23, 2003

  Release of Monetary Policy Report Update

  Opening statement David Dodge

  Core inflation has been higher than anticipated in recent months. This reflects not only a stronger-than-expected increase in premiums for auto and home insurance, but also some broadening of price pressures resulting from strong demand in the economy.

  Content Type(s): Press, Speeches and appearances, Opening statements
• January 21, 2003

  Bank of Canada keeps target for the overnight rate at 2 3/4 per cent

  Media Relations Ottawa, Ontario

  The Bank of Canada today announced that it is maintaining its target for the overnight rate at 2 3/4 per cent.

  Content Type(s): Press, Press releases
• January 13, 2003

  Senior Deputy Governor Malcolm Knight appointed new General Manager of the Bank for International Settlements

  Media Relations Ottawa, Ontario

  The Board of Directors of the Bank for International Settlements (BIS), based in Switzerland, announced today the appointment of Malcolm Knight as the new General Manager of the BIS, beginning in April 2003.

  Content Type(s): Press, Press releases