Data centre boom fails to boot up lagging economy A fourth Reserve Bank rate hike is still on the cards for 2026, despite a slowdown in economic growth, falling productivity and high labour costs. AAP · Jun 2
Capital city home prices fall as experts predict Australia’s property slump could last a year and cut values by 10% Buyers abandon auctions and Sydney, Melbourne and Canberra median house prices end May lower than they were at the end of 2025 The Guardian - AU · May 31
RBI MPC meet: Central bank likely to maintain status quo on rates, adopt cautious approach amid West Asia crisis Experts anticipate the Reserve Bank of India will maintain its key policy rate at 5.25 percent this week. The central bank is expected to adopt a cautious approach, considering potential inflation headwinds and growth challenges. Factors like West Asia turmoil, rising energy prices, and a weakening rupee are influencing this… The Economic Times · May 31
GDP data tops the economic agenda, RBA officials speak Reserve Bank governor Michele Bullock will get a chance to react to Wednesday's economic growth figures when she fronts a parliamentary hearing in Canberra. AAP · May 31
RBI to explore CBDC pilot in cross-border transactions The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) plans to expand its digital rupee pilot to more direct benefit transfer schemes and the domestic retail space in the current fiscal year. Additionally, the RBI is exploring the use of CBDC in cross-border transactions, signing MoUs and engaging in bilateral discussions for pilot… The Economic Times · May 29
RBI flags US-Iran war's impact on rupee, lists measures to manage forex The Reserve Bank of India, in its annual report, said the rupee weakened nearly 10% in FY26 due to trade uncertainties, a wider deficit, the Middle East conflict and FII outflows. RBI intervened in forex markets and expanded measures such as SRVAs and local currency arrangements to stabilise the currency… The Economic Times · May 29
FED:'Huge mistake': how Howard spurred Boomer investors The share of property investors older than 60 has more than doubled since the capital gains discount was introduced, Reserve Bank of Australia research shows. AAP · May 28
Inflation eases to 4.2% but interest rate rise still on horizon, economists warn Inflation dipped in the year to April as the government’s fuel excise relief kicked in, but price pressures remain and experts predict RBA may still raise cash rate The Guardian - AU · May 27
Interest rates look set to hold, after inflation and fuel costs fell in April. But it’s unlikely to last Inflation actually fell in Australia last month, thanks to temporary government fuel discounts that saw fuel prices come down by 7% from their record peaks in March. The Conversation · May 27
The Economic Times · May 27 Yen hovers near intervention zone as traders assess Iran war outlook The yen neared intervention levels against the dollar amid Iran war concerns, while the Australian dollar held near recent highs before key inflation data. The New Zealand dollar stabilized after a dip, with the Reserve Bank expected to hold rates steady. The safe-haven greenback remained steady as U.S. strikes on…
The Economic Times · May 25 RBI to examine role of quantum technology in strengthening financial sector The Reserve Bank of India is forming an expert committee to study quantum technology's role in finance. This new technology could revolutionize financial tasks but also poses security risks. The committee will assess current systems and recommend ways to make India's financial sector quantum-safe. The report is expected within six…
The Economic Times · May 25 Oil slump, central bank support manifest in rupee’s three-day winning streak The Indian rupee saw its longest winning streak in a month, closing stronger against the dollar. This rise was driven by the Reserve Bank of India's market interventions and a significant drop in crude oil prices. Hopes for a U.S.-Iran peace deal boosted investor confidence.
AAP · May 24 Temporary fall in inflation won't ease RBA fears A short-lived reduction in the fuel excise has provided some momentary price relief but inflation will only worsen without a resolution to supply blockages.