The stronger than expected increase in core CPI inflation, from 1.9% to 2.2% in September, is mostly due to higher clothing prices, reflecting the past run-up in cotton prices. Although core CPI inflation is now likely to remain somewhat above the Bank of Canada's inflation target for now, we still believe the Bank will refrain from removing any further monetary stimulus for the foreseeable future.
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