RBA’s surprising interest rate prediction
The head of the Reserve Bank has given a remarkable prediction for interest rates in the next few years, making home owners very happy.
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RBA reveals economic outlook for 2021
The central bank has revealed its latest stance on interest rates and set out its economic predictions for the coming year.
Why house prices could jump 30 per cent
Heightened borrower confidence in record low interest rates could push property prices sky-high, according to analysis by the Reserve Bank of Australia.
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.
Call made on buy now, pay later surcharge
Buy now, pay later providers have been given regulatory breathing space, while Australians continue to take scissors to their credit cards.
Bad news for Aussie house prices
Three things have combined to create a housing market that’s unpredictable and potentially volatile. The ripple effect could impact us all.
‘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.
Reserve Bank reveals recovery timeline
The Reserve Bank of Australia has retained the official interest rate at a historic low, saying the road to recovery won’t be easy.
Best $56 billion Australia ever wasted
A huge $56 billion was spent to save jobs when the pandemic hit. And a huge amount of it was seemingly wasted. But that wasn’t the case.
ANZ cut a ‘hard pill to swallow’
ANZ savers have been dealt a major blow, with the big-four bank slashing savings rates in a move described as a ‘hard pill to swallow’.
Why Australia needs more migrants
Australia’s population growth is forecast to shrink to the lowest rate since 1916 – and an influx of skilled migrant workers is the key to fixing the economy.
Historically low rates could push demand through roof
The RBA’s historic recent rate cut could force the hand of many potential buyers, with early signs already showing an uptake in demand for property.
Rate cut? Time to check your mortgage
Historically low home loan rates? Might be time for a check in on your home loan and the sharp deals that are available.
Major banks cut rates to record lows
Three of Australia’s major banks have acted swiftly after the Reserve Bank slashed interest rates to a historic low on Tuesday.
‘Ask for a better deal’ as banks slash rates
Not all the big banks are responding to the interest rate cut, as Aussies are urged to shop around to find the best deal to save on their mortgage.
Good news for people who are in debt
People who have borrowed high will breathe a sigh of relief at an announcement that should see them sitting pretty for at least three years.
Big banks may not pass on cut for weeks
The Reserve Bank has slashed interest rates to a record low of 0.1 per cent — but many banks have form for not passing it on to customers.
Big losers from interest rate cut
While the Reserve Bank’s decision to cut interest rates will be good news if you’ve got a mortgage, it’s not so welcome for some Aussies.
Australia’s lowest-ever home loan rate
On the eve of the RBA’s interest rate, a mortgage lender has jumped the gun and is advertising the lowest home loan rate on record.
Why you won’t see the new $100 note
The Reserve Bank has released the new $100 note, the final design change in an overhaul of our currency. But it might be a while before you see one.
‘Garbage’: Claims recession is over slammed
The RBA has declared our first recession in 30 years is over already – but there’s a big problem with that exciting claim.
Ticking time bomb in Aussie house market
Banks are chasing mortgage payments and economists say we’re “pretending” if we think everything’s OK. What’s next for our crumbling economy?
RBA: We believe recession is over
The Reserve Bank of Australia says its “best guess” is Australia’s economy grew in the September quarter, spelling an end to the recession.
ASX falls in ‘slow painful trudge’
The Australian sharemarket fell after the RBA gave no clear signal of a Melbourne Cup Day rate cut, with banks and miners losing ground.
Treasurer’s huge budget ‘mistake’ looms
Economists have warned Josh Frydenberg’s plan could leave Australia vulnerable to a “double dip” recession that would make us all worse off.
Australia’s big weakness exposed
We’ve been riding on a wave that’s seen us boom for decades – but now it could all come crashing down, new research shows.
Three-year boon for Aussie homeowners
It will be happy days for Aussie homeowners for the next three years according to PM Scott Morrison – if you’re lucky enough to own one that is.
Reserve Bank keeps cash rate on hold
Aussies have been told to expect low rates for years to come, and the RBA today stuck to its guns by leaving the cash rate at a record low.
Aussie banks’ sneaky $6.3 billion move
Shocking new research has revealed that Australia’s banks have “effectively stolen” billions of dollars from customers over the past decade.
Bank boss calls to extend $1500 payments
Australia’s Reserve Bank Governor has warned that ending the $1500 JobKeeper package too early would be a “mistake” for the economy.
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