Fresh sign of interest rate cut
Stoking the case for rate cuts this year, the unemployment rate moved sharply higher in April.
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Grim news coming for interest rates
Debate is swirling that the budget is “smoke and mirrors” and a cash splash risks interest rates being hiked or staying higher for longer.
Hidden good news in wages growth slip
Workers, already under pressure from inflation, saw their wages slide last quarter but there is some good news for homeowners.
Chalmers digs in despite warning bells
Despite a chorus of economists sharing concerns with the budget, the Treasurer is adamant his plan won’t make the cost of living crisis worse.
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RBA admits to ‘terrible’ mistake
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Dire warning for Australian economy
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Aussies hit with $141bn ‘mortgage avalanche’
Australians have been hit by the cost of living crisis with one major expense set to explode in coming months.
‘Distressed’ sales reveal mortgage crisis
One of Australia’s top banking executives has given new insight into the grim future for countless homeowners.
Way to shut down Boomers straight away
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How to ease ‘mortgage cliff’ pain
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Why RBA wants you to get a housemate
A shift in how Aussie households are made up is only adding to a major rental crisis gripping the nation, Philip Lowe says.
Another blow for Aussie homeowners
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