RBA decision takes economists by surpriseWEDNESDAY, 5 NOV 2003 12:17PMThe RBA's decision to increase the official cash rate by 25 basis points to five percent has come as a surprise and shock to many, but the overall view is that the central bank is essentially easing its foot off the accelerator rather than slamming on the brakes at this stage. |
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