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The Latest Breaking News from the Reserve Bank

More rate rises on the books as RBA studies jobs print

Unemployment figures due to be released are unlikely to deter the Reserve Bank from hiking interest rates again, as inflation spreads out across the economy.

AAP · 8h ago

Jobs data last piece in puzzle for Reserve Bank board

Unemployment data is not expected to deter the Reserve Bank from hiking interest rates for a fourth time in 2026 when it meets later in September.

AAP · Sep 20

India’s ‘sugar high’ warrants caution on RBI hikes, JPMorgan Chase & Co.’s Jahangir Aziz says

JPMorgan's Jahangir Aziz suggests India's economy is experiencing a temporary "sugar high" from past stimulus. He believes markets are anticipating too many interest rate increases this year. The Reserve Bank is expected to implement an initial quarter-point rate hike soon. However, future rate decisions remain uncertain for policymakers. Higher interest…

The Economic Times · Sep 18

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Aussie shares lift as Fed rate call calms bond market

An uplift in financial stocks have helped the ASX claw back some of its recent losses, as easing oil prices and a calming bond market boosted risk sentiment.

AAP · Sep 17

RBI may hike repo rate 25 bps each in October, December, analysts say

Analysts expect the Reserve Bank of India to raise key policy rates soon. Headline inflation is projected to rise further, influencing this decision. Global factors like oil prices and US Federal Reserve actions also play a role. Economists suggest two rate hikes in October and December this year. This move…

The Economic Times · Sep 15

Iran and iPhones add to Reserve Bank's inflation pickle

Reserve Bank assistant governor Sarah Hunter says the broader global economic environment could be more inflationary as a result of the AI boom.

AAP · Sep 14

RBI should hike rate by 25 bps in October to counter external shocks: Report

An SBI research report recommends the Reserve Bank of India raise interest rates. The central bank should implement a 25 basis point hike next month, it says. This action aims to counter external shocks and rising crude oil prices. Inflationary pressures are also showing signs of becoming more widespread. The…

The Economic Times · Sep 11

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Yes, it’s the economy, stupid. But One Nation is outflanking the government on messaging, too

Labor is no doubt dreading the likelihood of further interest rate rises, despite Treasurer Jim Chalmers talking up the economy.

The Conversation · Sep 11

RBI launches key surveys to get inputs for monetary policy

The Reserve Bank of India has launched three key surveys today. These surveys aim to gauge inflation expectations and consumer confidence across India. The Inflation Expectations Survey of Households will capture price movement assessments. Urban and Rural Consumer Confidence Surveys will gather sentiment on economic conditions. Results from these studies…

The Economic Times · Sep 8

FCNR flows to complicate liquidity management, lead RBI to deploy more tools: Economists

Higher FCNR(B) inflows are complicating the Reserve Bank's liquidity management. The banking system currently holds excess liquidity at a four-year high. Economists anticipate the RBI will deploy additional tools to absorb surplus funds. These measures may include variable rate reverse repo operations and incremental CRR hikes. Forex reserves have reached…

The Economic Times · Sep 3

Worse than 2007: productivity stat bad news for the RBA

Low productivity means Australia's economy is growing above its "speed limit", amplifying concerns the Reserve Bank will hike interest rates again.

AAP · Sep 2

Interest rates have gone up again. Why it won’t affect the prices that matter most

As anticipated, the Reserve Bank of New Zealand has raised the official cash rate (OCR) by 0.25 basis points to 2.75%.

The Conversation · Sep 2

'Rush to conclusions': calls for calm on house prices

Labor is calling for calm as it shuts down suggestions Treasury modelling of house prices underestimated the impact of tax changes and misled the public.

AAP · Sep 2

Morning Mail: Albanese’s approval plummets; US airstrikes on Iran; and a Sydney uni’s chatbot tutors

Our latest Essential poll shows backing for the PM and Labor has fallen; fresh hostilities in the Gulf quash peace talks hope

The Guardian - AU · Sep 1

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AAP · Sep 1

Spending slowdown sparks memories of 'retail recession'

Grappling with rising interest rates and declining real wages, retailers are expected to be hit hard by a year of slower consumer spending.

AAP · Sep 1

Treasury tips AI as key driver of productivity growth

Advice given to the federal treasurer suggests the real impact of artificial intelligence is too hard to predict but will be largely positive for Australia.

AAP · Aug 30

Economic growth data next milestone for Reserve Bank

GDP figures will headline the week in economic data, while central banks in Canada and New Zealand will meet to set interest rates.

AAP · Aug 27

Australian shares slide as rate-hike fears mount

Inflation worries have reignited concerns of tighter borrowing costs, darkening an already gloomy outlook for economic growth and company returns.

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AAP · Aug 26

Banks tip more hikes as spending surge adds to RBA woes

Three out of the four big banks are tipping the Reserve Bank to raise interest rates by November, with one forecasting a hike in a matter of weeks.

The Guardian - AU · Aug 26

Fears grow for fourth rate hike after Australia sees higher-than-expected July inflation

ABS says CPI was 3.5% in July, casting doubt on Reserve Bank meeting its 2.5% inflation target without further hike

The Conversation · Aug 26

Inflation eases less than expected, making another interest rate hike more likely

Easing inflation may give mortgage holders a reprieve on further repayment increases for now – but maybe not for long.

AAP · Aug 25

Banks tipping November rate hike after 'hot' inflation

Despite headline inflation falling to 3.5 per cent - the lowest level since November - an above-expectations result adds to the case for more rate hikes.

The Economic Times · Aug 23

Gold loan portfolio to surpass Rs 1.5 lakh crore by FY27-end: Indian Bank MD

Indian Bank expects its gold loan book to surpass Rs 1.5 lakh crore this financial year. This growth will be driven by increased loan volumes and robust demand for gold loans. The bank also reported significant CASA deposit growth in the first quarter. It has successfully raised USD 400 million…

AAP · Aug 19

Rise in unemployment shows jobs market softening slowly

The jobs market appears to be softening with a rise in the jobless rate to 4.5 per cent, which should take pressure off the Reserve Bank to lift interest rates.

The Economic Times · Aug 17

Rupee falls 17 paise to 95.59 against US dollar in early trade

In early trading, the rupee slipped by 17 paise against the US dollar as investor sentiment turned cautious following the Reserve Bank of India's announcement on its swap facility adjustment. The end of the FCNR (B) deposit facility on August 31 is causing concern among traders, even though prior forex…

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