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business reporter Sue Lannin

Bank profits jump but rising interest rates are a double-edged sword

Australia's big banks have raked in nearly $30 billion in 2022, but they are facing a tougher 2023, as some borrowers struggle with higher mortgage repayments as interest rates soar. 

In 2022, Australians took advantage of record low interest rates to buy the Australian dream, which helped banks post bumper profits. 

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