The Latest Breaking News from Inflation

Higher than expected inflation report dashes hopes for further RBA rate cuts

Inflation jumped 1.3% in the September quarter, above economists’ and the Reserve Bank’s own expectations. That is likely to rule out a cut in interest rates next week.

The Conversation · Oct 29, 2025

Aussie shares dip as inflation rains on rate cut parade

Hotter-than-expected price growth has battered market expectations for interest rate cuts, prompting a broad sell-off as investors recalibrate expectations.

AAP · Oct 29, 2025

Inflation jumps to 3.2%, dashing hopes of a Melbourne Cup day rate cut for homeowners

The RBA has long anticipated a rebound in the headline inflation rate, driven by the rolling expiry of generous household power bill subsidies

The Guardian - AU · Oct 29, 2025

Why a Government Shutdown Could Actually Be Good for Your Portfolio

Government shutdowns tend to ease inflation and create opportunities through short-term mispricing. That’s why the S&P 500 historically rallies in the aftermath of a shutdown.

Barchart · Oct 28, 2025

Federal Reserve to cut key rate Wednesday, may signal another cut to follow

The Federal Reserve will almost certainly cut its key interest rate on Wednesday and could signal it expects another cut in December as the central bank seeks to bolster hiring

The Independent UK · Oct 28, 2025

RBA drops rates hint as Australia maintains AAA status

Reserve Bank governor Michele Bullock has responded to a surprise jump in unemployment as a credit agency gives Australia's finance a tick of approval.

AAP · Oct 28, 2025

Shrinkflation hits everyday staples, piling more pressure on households

Which? finds products shrinking while supermarkets keep prices flat or rising

The Guardian - UK · Oct 28, 2025

Shop price inflation slows despite soaring cost of fresh food

Overall shop price inflation has slowed to 1%, but fresh food is now 4.3% more expensive than a year ago, according to the BRC-NIQ Shop Price Monitor.

Evening Standard · Oct 28, 2025

Tech's Hottest Rally Since 2000 Meets The Most Bullish Month

Technology stocks are nearing the kind of explosive rally not seen since the dot-com era, as a potent mix of Fed rate cuts, AI-driven earnings, cooling inflation and trade optimism sends investors piling back into the sector.

Benzinga · Oct 27, 2025

How can Rachel Reeves reduce inflation?

Five ways the chancellor could mitigate a UK inflation rate that is harming households – and Labour’s vote share

The Guardian - UK · Oct 27, 2025