
Central bank signals a turn in the rate cycle as inflation cools faster than forecast
Policymakers held the benchmark rate but dropped their tightening language, opening the door to cuts within two quarters.

Policymakers held the benchmark rate but dropped their tightening language, opening the door to cuts within two quarters.
Three minutes on what moved overnight: a shift in central bank language, a first-of-its-kind AI audit framework, and longer shipping transits heading into the holiday build.
Read the briefingA second fab was confirmed in a filing; the site shortlist hinges on firm power contracts.
Guidance moved up by three weeks after admissions rose in two provinces; the agency stresses it is precautionary.
Two completed bids go to an owners' vote next month, with arena financing the deciding factor.
Carriers confirmed added transit days on two routes; retailers expect the effect at shelves within six weeks.
An external audit framework for frontier models was published alongside commitments on pre-release access — a first among the largest labs.

The bill passed second reading. It links transfer payments to municipal permit timelines, a mechanism mayors say is unfunded.

Storage additions let four regional grids run at record non-emitting shares last quarter, though peak winter demand remains the open question.

A second fab was confirmed in a filing; the site shortlist hinges on firm power contracts.
Guidance moved up by three weeks after admissions rose in two provinces; the agency stresses it is precautionary.
Two completed bids go to an owners' vote next month, with arena financing the deciding factor.