‘Bad as it gets’: Grim sign for Aussie economy
Despite households receiving some reprieve from further rate hikes, fresh economic figures reveal the cost-of-living pressures everyday Aussies are facing.
Interest Rates
RBA boss’ major hint on rate hikes
RBA governor Philip Lowe has used five words to hint at a big change in Australia’s inflation crisis.
RBA makes another massive U-turn
The RBA has held interest rates steady as homeowners around the country breathe a palpable sigh of relief.
RBA’s huge move for Aussie homeowners
The RBA has kept the cash rate on hold for the second month in a row, letting Aussie homeowners breathe a sigh of relief.
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Reason average Aussies are suddenly rich
Most Aussies haven’t left the country this year – barely even the house – but “average” Australians could have made thousands of dollars by doing nothing.
Why now is the best time to buy a home
First homebuyers have incentives left, right and centre to buy a home, but even though prices are affordable it may not last for long.
Family violence soars with financial woes
Cash-strapped Australians could end up in dire straits if laws are changed to make it easier to get credit, financial experts warn.
Where first-timers are buying up property
New data from one of Australia’s major banks reveals buying has reached record levels and is fuelling a mass migration.
Bank’s slap in the face to savers
Australia’s largest bank has dealt a blow to savers, implementing further rate cuts that are more than the recent interest carving by the central bank.
Westpac’s pledge to shareholders
Australia’s second largest bank says it will do better in 2021 and pledges to pay its shareholders a proper dividend in the coming year.
Why Aussies are losing thousands a year
Aussie mortgage-holders are losing thousands of dollars every year. But a new investigation may help to turn that around.
‘Bumpy’ ride ahead for economy: RBA
Australia’s economy has turned a corner and is out of recession, but a bumpy ride lies ahead, the Reserve Bank chief warns.
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