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The criticisms behind the Reserve Bank review's recommendations for a new board, updated mandate

The Reserve Bank review wants to remove economic prosperity as an objective of monetary policy, with some economists arguing house prices and household debt are outside its domain.

ABC News · Apr 23, 2023

Banks line up to reassure investors as season of turbulence subsides

First-quarter results for the UK’s big four will vary by exposure to volatile markets, but the boost from high interest rates won’t last

The Guardian - UK · Apr 22, 2023

North Queensland feels brunt of new home construction slump

Growing uncertainty over inflation, rising interest rates and changes to the building code have been blamed for North Queensland having the worst dip in new housing builds across the state.

ABC News · Apr 22, 2023

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Loan sharks arrested for 304% annual interest

Two people have been arrested for running illegal money lending services with interest rates as high as 304% per year during a raid on a house in Pathum Thani’s Khlong Luang district.

Bangkok Post · Apr 22, 2023

Michael Pascoe: The fallacy at the heart of the Reserve Bank of Australia review

Instead of tackling the fallacy and lie, the review came up with this: 'There should be increased joint work between Treasury and the RBA'.

The New Daily · Apr 21, 2023

Strong business survey lifts the gloom after disappointing retail sales

The mixed statistical messages will make it even harder for the Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee to make its decision on interest rates

Evening Standard · Apr 21, 2023

Taiwan’s Housing Crisis (Part 2): Taiwan's Housing Prices Have Grown Faster than Most Advanced Countries, But Its Economy Has Not

Since 1985, Taiwan’s real estate profits have grown by nearly 40 times, but the minimum wage has not even grown by four times. If the minimum wage had grown as quickly as real estate profits, it would have been close to NT$230,000 a month today.

The News Lens · Apr 21, 2023

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Banks could be FORCED to up interest rates for savers under new rules

Banks have been slammed over the last year for their slow response in increasing their interest rates for savers alongside the Bank of England rises

Daily Mirror · Apr 21, 2023

Consumer watchdog turns up heat on banks over savings rates

The ACCC is turning the spotlight on banks over interest rates – especially those paid to savers as borrowers are increasingly slugged.

The New Daily · Apr 21, 2023

2 REITs Investors Might Be Better off Avoiding This Week

The real estate industry is grappling with various headwinds, such as higher interest rates and debt costs, making raising capital and building new assets more expensive and challenging for REITs. Thus, investors might steer clear of fundamentally weak REITs Digital Realty Trust (DLR) and Alexandria Real Estate Equities (ARE) this…

StockNews.com · Apr 20, 2023

Does everyone welcome the Reserve Bank overhaul?

Economists have welcomed many of the proposed changes to the Reserve Bank of Australia, but some have raised concerns.

ABC News · Apr 20, 2023

A singular focus on interest rates, fresher board, fewer meetings – but what else could change at the RBA?

The Reserve Bank overhaul won’t fix mistakes of the past, but that’s not the point, analysts say

The Guardian - AU · Apr 20, 2023

7 steps for getting a personal loan (and what to do if you’re not approved)

From debt consolidation to emergency expenses, a personal loan could help you bridge the gap.

Fortune · Apr 20, 2023

Reserve Bank revolution: Jim Chalmers reshapes the RBA for the 21st century

The scale of the RBA changes recommended by the review is large – there is an entire section devoted to a year-long implementation process.

The New Daily · Apr 20, 2023

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The Guardian - UK · Apr 20, 2023

Bank of England predicted to raise interest rates one more time in May

Increase to 4.5% will be last rise in current cycle, former rate-setter Michael Saunders predicts

ABC News · Apr 20, 2023

What does the Reserve Bank of Australia review mean, and how will it affect interest rates and mortgage payments?

A scathing review of the Reserve Bank of Australia is set to deliver a shake-up of the central bank not seen in a generation. Here's what it means for interest rates, your mortgage, and RBA governor Philip Lowe.

The New Daily · Apr 20, 2023

RBA overhaul to put board members in spotlight

A major overhaul of the Reserve Bank will see a new board for setting interest rates that's more accountable and holds fewer meetings.

The Conversation · Apr 20, 2023

Reserve Bank revolution: how Jim Chalmers will recraft the RBA for the 21st century

The review into the Reserve Bank of Australia has just been published by Treasurer Jim Chalmers, and it’s a blockbuster.

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The New Daily · Apr 19, 2023

Massive overhaul of Reserve Bank to change how rates are set

The Reserve Bank of Australia is facing a major overhaul that would change how interest rates are set after a review into its future.

AAP · Apr 19, 2023

Reserve Bank renovation to split responsibility

Two separate boards will be responsible for governance and interest rates in a major overhaul in response to a review of the Reserve Bank of Australia.

StockNews.com · Apr 19, 2023

3 of the WORST Foreign Utility Stocks to Own

Although utility stocks are a low-risk defensive investment option, rising interest rates make them less attractive. Given the possibilities of further interest rate hikes and a global economic slowdown this year, it could be wise to avoid fundamentally weak foreign utilities Emera (EMRAF), Algonquin Power & Utilities (AQN), and Fusion…

The Times of India · Apr 19, 2023

Bitcoin drops below $30,000 again on interest rate fears

Bitcoin dropped back below the closely watched $30,000 level amid a wider retreat in cryptocurrencies, as stubbornly high UK inflation fanned fears of higher-for-longer interest rates.

Birmingham Post · Apr 19, 2023

West Midlands business confidence improving but fragile

Only businesses in the North West, Scotland and London less confident, due to inflation and high interest rates

The Guardian - AU · Apr 19, 2023

RBA to have separate rate-setting panel but inflation target expected to remain

First full review for decades recommends raft of changes including splitting the board into two to enable more focus on how interest rates are decided

Barchart · Apr 19, 2023

Markets Today: Stock Index Futures Lower as Bond Yields Climb on Global Inflation Concerns

Morning Markets June S&P 500 futures (ESM2 3) this morning are down -0.57%, and June Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQM2 3) are down -0.78%. U.S. stock index futures this morning are moderately lower. Concern that stubborn inflation pressures will force central banks to keep raising interest rates is undercutting stock...

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