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RBC sees rising mortgage delinquencies, with GTA leading the way

May 30, 2025 No Comments

RBC is starting to see more signs of stress in its mortgage book as high interest rates continue to weigh on borrowers—particularly in more economically vulnerable parts of the country.

CIBC and Indigenous-led Longhouse Capital Partners form strategic relationship

April 1, 2025 No Comments

CIBC Global Asset Management says it has entered into a strategic relationship with Indigenous-owned and led asset management firm Longhouse Capital Partners Inc.

Mortgage rate war heats up as big banks slash rates — “The spring market starts now”: Butler

March 18, 2025 2 Comments

Big banks are slashing mortgage rates in a heated battle for market share as the spring homebuying season kicks off.

RBC says it’s ready for competitive spring mortgage market and upcoming renewal wave

March 1, 2025 No Comments

As the spring mortgage market approaches, Canada’s largest bank says it’s getting ready for a busy season of mortgage renewals.

BMO’s loan loss provisions surge in Q4, but execs say credit strain appears to have peaked

December 8, 2024 No Comments

BMO’s credit performance worsened more than expected, contributing to a 15% year-over-year decline in adjusted full-year earnings.

Why three big banks raised fixed mortgage rates despite falling bond yields

December 2, 2024 2 Comments

Despite low bond yields, banks and other lenders are continuing to raise rates. We talked to several rate experts to understand why.

Bank of Canada policy rate forecast 1.75 percent

Why one analyst thinks the Bank of Canada will be forced to cut its policy rate to 1.75%

November 25, 2024 No Comments

The Bank of Canada may be forced to continue lowering its policy rate more than markets are currently anticipating, with this easing cycle stretching into the second half of 2025.

Scotiabank hits “inflection point” with successful multi-product mortgage strategy

August 29, 2024 No Comments

Deposit growth strategy pays off as Scotiabank strengthens customer relationships amid mortgage volume dip

Weekly mortgage digest: Which big banks just dropped fixed rates?

July 10, 2024 No Comments

After a spike in bond yields last week prompted some mortgage lenders to increase certain rates, fixed mortgage rates are again trending downward.

Banks and lenders cut fixed mortgage rates

Three big banks just slashed fixed mortgage rates: “Great news” for those facing renewal

June 18, 2024 No Comments

Lenders across the country, including three of Canada’s Big 6 banks, are once again busy slashing fixed mortgage rates—a welcome sign for those facing renewal in the coming months.

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