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Economic growth data next milestone for Reserve Bank

GDP figures will headline the week in economic data, while central banks in Canada and New Zealand will meet to set interest rates.

AAP · Aug 30

Aussie shares end week higher on decent final session

Mining stocks and consumer staples have helped the local exchange snap a two-week losing streak, buoyed by commodity price strength and strong earnings.

AAP · Aug 28

Australian shares slide as rate-hike fears mount

Inflation worries have reignited concerns of tighter borrowing costs, darkening an already gloomy outlook for economic growth and company returns.

AAP · Aug 27

The next person chosen to help decide mortgage rates

Melinda Cilento, head of economic think tank CEDA, will become the newest member of the nine-person board responsible for setting interest rates in Australia.

AAP · Aug 14

The RBA likely believes it won’t need to hike rates again – but the worst thing it could do is say that out loud

When it comes to the Reserve Bank, there’s a whiff of a parent making a threat they have no intention of carrying out

The Guardian - AU · Aug 11

'We're not ruling that out': rate rises off the cards ... but for how long?

The Reserve Bank announces decision to hold the cash rate.

The Canberra Times · Aug 11

'Hawkish' RBA open to more hikes after holding rates

Borrowers are on notice with the Reserve Bank signalling it won't shy away from raising interest rates if inflation comes in higher than forecast.

AAP · Aug 10

Inflation numbers to bring relief for mortgage holders

The Reserve Bank is widely tipped to keep interest rates on hold, but economists are still warning inflationary risks remain.

AAP · Aug 9

'Softer than we thought': RBA's admission on inflation

The Reserve Bank's chief economist has admitted inflation predictions came in lower than expected due to volatility with the fuel market.

AAP · Jul 30

India bonds tiptoe along ahead of Fed meet; oil prices weigh

Indian government bonds traded range-bound early Wednesday as investors awaited the Fed's rate decision. Oil prices climbed, reviving concerns about the Gulf conflict and global economic impact. The Reserve Bank of India's policy decision is due next week, with rates expected to remain unchanged. India's financial conditions have tightened recently…

The Economic Times · Jul 29