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Coles faces competitive pressure from online retailers

The head of one of Australia's two big supermarkets says the sector is becoming increasingly competitive and online retailers are part of the story.

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GDP figures show Australia’s economy grew by just 0.2% in the December quarter

Treasurer Jim Chalmers had been preparing the public for ‘quite weak’ economic growth at the end of 2023 as interest rate rises hit home

The Guardian - AU

Home price upswing not 'typical recipe' for rate cuts

Confidence may be returning to the housing market due to rate cut speculation but one economist says rising home values could keep the Reserve Bank wary.

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Inflation remains flat at 3.4% in January, fuelling hopes of RBA interest rate cut

The Reserve Bank is betting on CPI returning to within its target range of 2%-3% by next year

The Guardian - AU

Greens-Coalition alliance may force Chalmers to keep power to overrule RBA on rates

Chalmers had announced plans to scrap the veto power but former treasurers and RBA governors say it is a vital ‘safety valve’

The Guardian - AU

Pulse to be taken on inflation, retail and home prices

A key monthly inflation indicator is expected to inch a little higher but such a result is unlikely to worry the Reserve Bank as it ponders interest rates.

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Former governors and treasurers advise against removing government’s power to overrule RBA

Critics of treasurer Jim Chalmers’ proposed reforms say the Reserve Bank is independent enough

The Guardian - AU

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Former governors want power to overrule RBA to stay

Resistance is building to the federal government's plan to scrap a never used power to intervene in Reserve Bank decision making.

AAP

Wages are finally on the way up, but there’s a long way to go before workers feel relief

After three brutal years for households, concerns higher wages would drive up inflation and thus interest rates appear overblown

The Guardian - AU

Australia Central Bank Cautious On Inflation Decline

RBA minutes reveal cautious stance on inflation and commitment to supporting economic stability.

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Australia’s economy likely to slow until stage-three tax cuts, lower interest rates and easing inflation kick in, CBA says

Spending tipped to moderate until households start getting some relief in the middle of the year, CommBank chief economist says

The Guardian - AU

Economy 'not dying' but firms ready for tough times

The business sector is losing some steam and dipped into below-average conditions for the first time in two years, even as consumers regained some optimism.

AAP

RBA cautions on inflation, market delays rate cuts

The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has issued a warning about rising inflation rates, causing the market to push out expectations for future rate cuts.

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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.

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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

AAP

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.

The Guardian - AU

Thought we were on track for a rate cut? For now, the RBA says it’s time to come back to earth

RBA governor Michele Bullock wants to make Australian inflation is truly under control before releasing the handbrake on interest rates

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RBA trims inflation & growth outlook, warns of high demand

The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has revised down its inflation and growth forecasts while cautioning that demand in the country remains too high.

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Australia's Central Bank Dismisses Taylor Swift Inflation Concerns

The Reserve Bank of Australia dismisses concerns of Taylor Swift inflation after a surge in consumer spending following the pop star's recent concert tour ...

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RBA Monitored Amid Rising US Bond Yields in Asia

Stay updated with the RBA's actions as the surge in US bond yields threatens the Asian markets. Gain insights on the latest market developments.

The Guardian - AU

Afternoon Update: Coalition to back stage-three changes; boy charged with murder of Queensland grandmother; and man scales 55-storey Melbourne tower

Peter Dutton says the Coalition will not stand in the way of Labor’s stage-three tax cut changes

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Dollar steady, Aussie rises on potential rate hike prospects

The US dollar remains stable while the Australian dollar gains strength on the potential for a rate hike, providing useful information for forex traders.

Newcastle Herald

Confidence grows in Newcastle property market amid predictions of rate cut

'A lot of buyer and sellers were sitting on their hands'.

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Timeline of Australian Interest Rate Changes Since 1990

This timeline explores the changes in Australian interest rates since 1990, offering insights into the country's economic landscape over the years.

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