ASX falls on Wall St worries, BHP tumble
The Australian sharemarket fell for its third straight session on Thursday, dragged down by Wall St, inflation fears and a tumble at BHP.
Interest Rates
‘Still strength’ in inflation, RBA warns
The central bank has issued a note of caution following the release of firmer-than-expected inflation figures.
Aussie shares slump on CPI shock
Australian shares slumped on Wednesday after hotter-than-expected CPI numbers renewed inflation fears and narrowed the likelihood of rate cuts this year.
‘November 2025’: Brutal rate cut call
Amid concerns that simmering price pressures will delay much needed interest rate cuts, price pressures intensified in April to 3.6 per cent.
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Albo hints at new cost-of-living relief
Australians struggling with the cost of living have been offered a glimmer of hope from the Prime Minister.
Phil Lowe ‘demonised’, Senator claims
As the PM backs in ‘two outstanding public servants’ tipped to replace RBA chief Philip Lowe, the opposition has slammed the government for ‘demonising’ the governor.
RBA makes massive rates U-turn
The RBA has held interest rates steady as homeowners around the country breathe a palpable sigh of relief.
Hidden message in RBA decision you missed
While the RBA has paused interest rate hikes this month, three “hawkish” words could help borrowers see what’s really in store for the future.
‘Buckle up’: Warning to mortgage holders
The central bank will do what it takes to chase down inflation, warning further rate hikes could be needed soon.
Grim detail behind surprise RBA decision
Many will be breathing a sigh of relief following the RBA’s decision not to increase interest rates this month – but there was a sting in the tail.
Lowe ‘impotent’ in inflation crisis
The Reserve Bank is now “impotent” and more rate hikes, as foreshadowed in Tuesday’s decision, will do nothing to further tame inflation, an economist says.
Protests erupt against RBA governor
A group of protesters have gathered outside the Reserve Bank as Philip Lowe hands down his latest decision on interest rates.
Banks respond to surprise RBA decision
Bucking economists’ predictions, the RBA has kept the official cash rate on hold. Here’s how the banks have reacted.
‘Hang in there’: Guru’s advice to Aussies
A financial expert says while an impending rate hike could be unwelcome news, a looming economic slump could be a glimmer of hope.
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