If they stay higher for longer, it could chase out some springtime home buyers and put a fresh chill on the market. Moreover, Canada's broader economy isn't weathering high rates as well as the US Prolonging high rates could lead to a rougher recession or . if Canada cuts and the US keeps rates high -- open up wider rate differentials. That's something that could re calibrate USD/CAD higher and lead to a challenge of the 2023 highs near 1.3874