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Line chart of Canada's headline CPI against the CPI-trim, CPI-median and CPI-common core measures from September 2024 to August 2026.

Headline inflation has pulled away from the Bank of Canada's core measures. It rose from 1.8% in February to 3.2% in May while CPI-trim fell from 2.3% to 2.0%. CPI-trim excludes the components with the most extreme price changes, CPI-median is the middle price change in the basket, and CPI-common tracks movements shared across categories. September CPI on Monday, nine days before the October 28 decision, is the next test.

This chart is presented for general informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, investment, tax, or legal advice. Figures reflect the source and period indicated and may no longer be current.

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