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Latest news: Central Bank
New bank chief holds rates but a rise is still in play
Borrowers have been spared further mortgage pain but one more interest rate hike or a longer stretch on hold may be needed to wrangle inflation under control.
Oct 03, 2023
Inflation cooling to plan but fuel on RBA's watchlist
The Reserve Bank of Australia appears comfortable with the inflation outlook but there are concerns about petrol prices and a weakening Chinese economy.
Sep 19, 2023
Government 'helping hand' ideal to control prices: Lowe
A bigger role for government in managing economic cycles and acting on sluggish productivity features on Philip Lowe's wish list for a stronger Australia.
Sep 07, 2023
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Borrowers get a break from Lowe blows as rates hold
Interest rates have been left untouched in September in welcome news for borrowers already feeling the pain of higher monthly repayments.
Sep 05, 2023
Climate change complicates RBA's job, new governor says
The incoming head of Australia's central bank says climate change presents an acute source of uncertainty for managing the economy and setting interest rates.
Aug 29, 2023
Chalmers plays down fuss over union push for RBA board
A seat on the Reserve Bank board for a representative of a major industrial union hasn't been ruled out by Treasurer Jim Chalmers.
Aug 21, 2023
RBA backs supply, not rent controls, to ease price pain
The Reserve Bank governor says the focus should be on planning and zoning reforms to bring on new supply rather than short-term fixes to housing challenges.
Aug 11, 2023
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RBA eyes 'credible' path to return inflation to target
The task of returning inflation to target is going according to plan, but the head of the Reserve Bank says it could still be thrown off course.
Aug 11, 2023
Prices surge for insurance, food and housing
Workers are at the coalface of the cost of living crisis as they fork out for more expensive goods and services and higher mortgage repayments.
Aug 02, 2023
Soft landing tipped for economy as RBA trims inflation
The Reserve Bank says the economy can avoid a recession as inflation falls and unemployment rises, but there are a number of risks.
Aug 01, 2023
Borrowers spared further pain as RBA stays on hold
The Reserve Bank has kept the cash rate on hold for a second month in a move that has some experts speculating the hiking cycle might be over.
Aug 01, 2023
US Fed raises rates to highest level in 22 years
The US central bank has raised interest rates by a quarter of a percentage point, saying inflation in the country remains elevated.
Jul 27, 2023
'Country girl' elevated to vital national economic role
The Reserve Bank of Australia will have a new governor from September in veteran central bank official Michelle Bullock.
Jul 14, 2023
Senior Liberal backs 'poor old Philip Lowe'
Central bank governor Philip Lowe is "well qualified" to remain in the job after his term expires in September, a federal Liberal frontbencher says.
Jul 06, 2023
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RBA opts for pause as hikes wash through economy
The Reserve Bank has kept interest rates steady with light appearing at the end of the tunnel for mortgage holders in the fight against inflation.
Jul 04, 2023
Relief as Reserve Bank hits pause on interest rates
Borrowers will welcome a break from interest rate hikes as Australia's central bank opts to keep the official cash rate steady at 4.1 per cent.
Jul 04, 2023
Tight jobs market adds to interest rate uncertainty
The Reserve Bank hiked interest rates last month due to inflation risks bubbling under the surface, but it has been revealed the decision was "finely balanced".
Jun 20, 2023
Inflation-beating pay rises can't be widespread: RBA
RBA governor Philip Lowe says the lowest-paid workers need to be insulated from high inflation but a surge in wages across the board could be a problem.
Jun 07, 2023
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Treasurer maintains growth view despite fresh rate hike
A recession is still unlikely, the treasurer asserts despite fears the Reserve Bank's aggressive interest rate hikes could tip the economy over the edge.
Jun 06, 2023
New blow for home owners as interest rates rise again
The battle against inflation is not over yet as the Reserve Bank board hikes again and takes the cash rate to its highest level since April 2012.
Jun 06, 2023
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