Core inflation likely to remain below 2% target

Although some measures have edged higher in recent months, we doubt that core inflation will return to the 2% inflation target anytime soon. Even if the output gap closes by the end of this year, the past appreciation of the Canadian dollar and muted wage cost pressures will keep core inflation in check.

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