🏦 Bank of Canada Holds Interest Rate at 2.75% – What It Means for GTA Buyers and Sellers
Posted June 10, 2025 | By, The Ragona Sisters
If you were holding your breath for a rate cut this June... you can exhale now. The Bank of Canada just held the overnight rate at 2.75%, choosing caution over action—for the second time this year.
📌 Translation: No change for your variable mortgage or home equity line of credit—for now.
But don’t let the stillness fool you. Behind the scenes, economic crosswinds are blowing hard, and they’re shaping the path ahead for real estate, interest rates, and affordability across the GTA.
💥 Why Did the BoC Pause (Again)?
The Bank of Canada’s decision is less about “everything’s fine” and more about “let’s not make it worse.” Here’s the quick breakdown:
Inflation dropped to 1.7% in April, but only because the federal carbon tax was removed. Core inflation (the one the BoC actually watches) ticked up to 2.3%.
GDP growth surprised to the upside, coming in at 2.2% in Q1. Strong exports and inventory stockpiling boosted the numbers temporarily.
Consumer spending is soft, confidence is shaky, and unemployment is now at 6.9%—that’s up.
U.S. trade tensions are escalating, with new tariffs on steel and aluminum causing concern. And more could be on the way.
In short: the economic signals are split. Growth is slowing, inflation is sticky, and the BoC doesn’t want to stir the pot just yet.
🏘️ What This Means for the Housing Market
Let’s talk real estate—because while the headlines say “pause,” we’re seeing some subtle market shifts:
Home resales dipped recently, especially in major cities like Toronto and Vancouver. Buyers are still in “wait and see” mode.
Borrowing costs remain stable, but we’d need a full 1% rate cut before we see a serious surge in demand again.
According to CREA’s senior economist Shaun Cathcart, the “big rebound” isn’t expected in 2025—it’s more of a slow climb than a sudden jump.
That said, this pause offers something rare in today’s market: stability.
And sometimes, stability is opportunity—if you know how to position it.
💼 The Ragona Sisters Take: What We Tell Our Clients
✅ Buyers:
Rates are holding, and so are prices (for now). If you’re waiting for the perfect moment, remember: the best time to buy is when you’re ready, not when the market is trending. Right now, you’ve got:
More inventory.
Less competition.
A better shot at negotiating terms.
Use it.
✅ Sellers:
You’re not too late, but pricing smart is crucial. Overpriced homes are sitting. Well-presented, well-priced homes? Still moving. Buyers are educated and cautious—they’ll sniff out value, or walk.
🔮 What’s Next?
The Bank of Canada’s next announcement is on July 30th. Until then, expect:
More market hesitation.
Cautious buyers.
A few surprises from the U.S. that could shake things up (again).
As always, we are staying ahead of the headlines, so you don’t have to.
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