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BMO Financial Group Increases US$ Prime Lending Rate to 7.00 Percent

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BMO Financial Group has announced an increase in its US$ prime lending rate from 6.25% to 7.00%, effective November 3, 2022. This adjustment reflects changes in market conditions and is part of BMO's strategy as one of North America's largest banks with total assets of $1.07 trillion as of July 31, 2022. BMO serves over 12 million customers through its diverse banking and financial services.

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  • BMO's prime lending rate increase may lead to higher interest income.
  • With total assets of $1.07 trillion, BMO retains a strong financial position.
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  • The increase in the prime lending rate may lead to higher borrowing costs for customers, potentially reducing loan demand.

CHICAGO, Nov. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - BMO Financial Group today announced that it is increasing its US$ prime lending rate from 6.25 percent to 7.00 percent, effective November 3, 2022.

About BMO Financial Group
Serving customers for 200 years and counting, BMO is a highly diversified financial services provider - the 8th largest bank, by assets, in North America. With total assets of $1.07 trillion as of July 31, 2022, and a team of diverse and highly engaged employees, BMO provides a broad range of personal and commercial banking, wealth management and investment banking products and services to more than 12 million customers and conducts business through three operating groups: Personal and Commercial Banking, BMO Wealth Management and BMO Capital Markets.

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When is the new BMO prime lending rate effective?

The new BMO prime lending rate is effective November 3, 2022.

What is the new prime lending rate for BMO?

BMO's new prime lending rate is 7.00%.

How does the prime lending rate impact BMO's customers?

The increase in the prime lending rate may raise borrowing costs for BMO customers.

What is the significance of BMO's prime lending rate change?

The change in BMO's prime lending rate reflects market conditions and may impact interest income.

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