The rise in GDP in January and projected gain in February leaves first-quarter growth roughly in line with the Bank of Canada’s most recent estimates. While this is still consistent with the Bank standing pat this year, policymakers will now feel more inclined to respond to any signs of broadening inflationary pressures from the oil price shock.
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