Why rate reductions ‘may not’ help the RBA

The RBA still has a difficult job ahead of it and a rate cut may not alleviate any pressures, one commentator has said. Co-portfolio manager of T. Rowe Price,...

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Mortgage stress eases as stage 3 tax cuts come into play

Good news for homeowners: The latest figures show a drop in mortgage stress, thanks to the stage three tax cuts. Nearly a third of Australian mortgage-holders...

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Rate rise fears dissipate; buyer sentiment at new lows

Concerns over a potential rate hike seem to have eased, while house buying sentiment plummets to historical lows. Rate rise fears have eased considerably over...

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RBA doubles down on cash rate decision with ominous message

“Beware false prophets” was the message the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) gave today at a press conference. The central bank reinforced its reasoning...

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Inflation rises 3.8% annually, meets expectations

The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) is gearing up for a pivotal cash rate meeting next Tuesday, as the latest inflation data for the July quarter met market...

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Rates likely on hold in August – Capspace

Interest rates are expected to stay unchanged in August, with the potential for one more rate hike, according to Tim Keith (pictured above), managing director...

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