Central bank says its job has shifted from lowering inflation to maintaining it around the 2% target
Half-a-percentage-point cut could be on tap for Wednesday
Canadians said they're reducing spending, putting off buying big-ticket items
Adding the role will bring even more perspectives, skills: Macklem
The central bank's next interest rate announcement is scheduled for Oct. 23
The central bank cut its key interest rate earlier this month for the third time this year
Sept. 4 deliberations reveal concern that high rates could push inflation down by more than necessary
It's the lowest level of inflation in more than three years, data show
Shifting supply chains represent risks, opportunities for Canadian business: Macklem
The key lending rate is now 4.25%