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What’s next for interest rates? Even RBA governor Michele Bullock admits she doesn’t know

The central bank’s latest statement has some wondering if another rate rise is on the cards – but Bullock says the situation is ‘complex’

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Stubborn economic challenges hang over RBA rates call

A June interest rate meeting comes as the federal government defends its budget management in an economy facing slow growth and persistent inflation.

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RBA likely to hold rates as price pressures loiter

The Reserve Bank of Australia is expected to hold interest rates at 4.35 per cent and keep its options open on its next move.

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Lending to property investors jumps amid rising rents

A pick up in investor lending and housing-related loans more generally comes even as interest rates stay elevated and cuts remain in the distant future.

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When Michele Bullock tells us she’s not for turning in fighting inflation we should believe her

The RBA governor is reminding everyone that her mandate covers not just inflation, but also full employment

The Guardian - AU

Reserve Bank keeps options open on interest rates

Interest rates could go higher again if inflation proves stickier than expected or moves higher, the head of the Reserve Bank of Australia says.

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Rationale behind RBA's last cash rate call on show

The minutes from the last Reserve Bank meeting will outline the thinking behind keeping rates on hold and how seriously the case to hike was considered.

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Those calling for higher interest rates in Australia should be careful of what they wish for

We need to avoid replicating the experience of the 1990s, when taming inflation involved destroying the economy

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RBA’s next move more likely down than up but probably not until 2025

Householders are suffering most from Australia’s sluggish economy but things could definitely be worse

The Guardian - AU

Inflation in Australia is still stubbornly high. Will the RBA raise interest rates again?

With hopes for a rate cut gone, there is speculation of another rise before the end of 2024. What factors will sway the Reserve Bank’s decision?

The Guardian - AU

Reserve Bank's shift to neutral likely to be reinforced

The central bank will be in the spotlight this week, when high ranking officials give policy speeches and the minutes of the last rates meeting are released.

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We're cashing out. The consequences are real for us all

Australia is cashing out. And the consequences are real.

Newcastle Herald

As unemployment drops, so too do expectations of an RBA interest rate cut in the coming months

Michele Bullock has made it clear that curbing inflation remains top priority, but the numbers point to a labour market that isn’t easing as fast as predicted

The Guardian - AU

Australia’s unemployment rate unexpectedly drops from 4.1% to 3.7% in February despite slowing economy

Latest ABS figures show the labour market added 116,000 jobs defying signs of weakness since September

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Rate peak to buoy confidence and possibly home prices

Growing confidence that interest rates are going no higher and cuts may start later this year could improve consumer sentiment and home-buying activity.

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RBA’s Michele Bullock sticks to narrow path as she plots course to a soft landing

The central bank’s governor warned Australians will get sick of her repeating that she won’t rule anything in or out as she tries to tame inflation

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Afternoon Update: interest rates hold steady; Rowland defends ABC independence; and how the democracy sausage is made

RBA keeps cash rate at 4.35% but Michele Bullock says she is still ‘worried about inflation’ and will not rule out further rises

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Reserve Bank tipped to hold interest rate but economists split on when cuts will start

Pundits and investors expect the RBA to leave its cash rate unchanged at 4.35% when the board meets on Tuesday

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Subsidiaries offer cheaper rates than big bank parents

Big banks are attracting new customers via their subsidiaries and digital offshoots while customers with their main brands keep their margins healthy.

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Cash rate likely on hold in 'straightforward' call

No change in interest rates is expected when the Reserve Bank meets this week and the case to hike further will likely be discussed despite a weak economy.

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Australia's jobless rate hits two-year high

Fresh labour data is unlikely to shift the dial for the central bank despite the jobs market slowdown appearing a little ahead of schedule.

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RBA says productivity, conflicts cloud inflation path

The job of bringing inflation under control isn't finished, although consumer price growth does not need to be back within target before rate cuts start.

The Guardian - AU

The RBA says it’s still worried about inflation, but few believe this will mean higher interest rates

Instead of claiming demand factors are the main reason for inflation, the spotlight should be on companies’ pricing decisions

The Guardian - AU

Morning Mail: Closing the Gap failing, no immunity for Trump, homelessness deaths ‘unacceptable’

Fundamental reform needed if scheme is to be succeed, says scathing report; former US president loses appeal on right to avoid prosecution

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Thrifty December cures sales-fuelled debt hangover

Many shoppers racked up credit card bills during the November sales but the damage could have been worse given acute financial pressures.

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