Homeowners could score $8k cut to mortgage
A new report suggests help is on its way for struggling homeowners who have had their mortgage increase in many cases by $12,000 a year.
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Aussie economy’s major breakthrough
Australia’s economy might be hitting a turning point on the back of better household spending – but economists are warning more work needs to be done.
Rate cut in February hangs on this figure
Struggling borrowers could finally get a rate cut in February, with inflation tipped to fall faster than the Reserve Bank has been expecting.
Chalmers urges ‘confidence’ ahead of CPI drop
The Treasurer has urged “confidence, not complacency” ahead of Wednesday’s new inflation data, which could lead the RBA into its first rate cut since 2020.
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Can’t blame young Aussies for fleeing country
Aussies are making the difficult choice of leaving, as high house prices see them look for cheaper alternatives overseas.
Grim warning for Australia’s living standards
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Falling Aussie dollar could halt rate cut
A weakening Aussie dollar could see import prices rise, adding further pressure on the RBA to hold rates higher, experts have warned.
‘Further back’: Bad news for Aussies in 2025
Experts have offered their outlooks for the economy in 2025, and while there’s some good news, there will be continued pain to come for many.
Fresh blow for would-be homeowners
The International Monetary Fund has poured cold water on a key housing policy which would make it easier for first-home buyers to get a loan.
RBA’s major clue on next rates decision
Struggling Aussie homeowners could get a rate cut sooner rather than later as the Reserve Bank says it is “increasingly confident” about a reduction.
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