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Sale and Repurchase Agreement (SRA)

Contents

Demystifying Sale and Repurchase Agreements (SRAs): A Comprehensive Guide

Explore the intricacies of Sale and Repurchase Agreements (SRAs) and their impact on the monetary system. Learn how the Bank of Canada utilizes SRAs to influence overnight interest rates and manage the money supply.

Unveiling Sale and Repurchase Agreements (SRAs)

Delve into the concept of SRAs and their role as open market operations conducted by the Bank of Canada. Understand how SRAs affect overnight interest rates and the supply of money in the financial system.

How Sale and Repurchase Agreements (SRAs) Function

Discover the operational mechanics of SRAs, including the process of selling securities to chartered banks with a commitment to repurchase them the following day. Learn about the bidding process, bid and offer rates, and allocation limits set by the Bank of Canada for SRAs.

The Impact of Overnight Repo and Reverse Repo Operations