The bigger than expected gain in the expenditure-based measure of Q3 GDP means that the Bank of Canada will have a harder time next week defending its neutral stance on the interest rate outlook. Nevertheless, we expect the Bank to maintain that stance, particularly in light of the recent collapse in crude oil prices.
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