Spreads have tightened since the start of the pandemic
BoC governor Macklem offered up forward-looking statements in a Friday speech
Spending patterns have changed dramatically during the pandemic
Still, the central bank did purchase US$1.3 billion in corporate bonds in late June
Will massive government spending and central bank easing lead to inflation, deflation or both?
It's designed for medium-sized companies that don't qualify for other aid
In addition to cutting the rate to 0.1%, the central bank said it was relaunching its monetary stimulus program
The central bank is buying an extra $132 billion in bonds
The central bank’s key target rate is currently at its lowest level since early 2018
Global group to assess the uses and functions of digital dollars, following U.S. initiative