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Economics

RBA delivers 'hawkish hold'

ELIZA BAVIN  |  WEDNESDAY, 1 OCT 2025
The Reserve Bank's decision to leave interest rates on hold yesterday was widely expected, but economists were caught off-guard by the tone of the post-meeting statement.

Australia, UK regulators exchange insights

MATTHEW WAI  |  FRIDAY, 26 SEP 2025
The UK and Australia have exchanged information on their respective approaches to financial markets, pension structures, and digital asset advancement at the inaugural UK-Australia Joint Financial Regulatory Forum.

RBNZ appoints Swedish central banker as governor

RIDDHIMA TALWANI  |  THURSDAY, 25 SEP 2025
The Reserve Bank of New Zealand has appointed Anna Breman as its new governor for a five-year term from 1 December 2025.

Inflation rises 3% in August

ELIZA BAVIN  |  WEDNESDAY, 24 SEP 2025
CPI rose 3% in the 12 months to August, pushing it into the top end of the RBA's target range and dashing hopes for an interest rate cut next week.

Australian economy in 'very good place': RBA

ELIZA BAVIN  |  MONDAY, 22 SEP 2025
RBA governor Michele Bullock said the Australian economy is in a strong position despite ongoing global threats and uncertainty.

RBA 'alert' to impact of tech on the economy: Bullock

ELIZA BAVIN  |  THURSDAY, 4 SEP 2025
Reserve Bank governor Michele Bullock said the central bank is paying close attention to how adopting and investing in technology could impact the economy.

Australian economy 'stronger than expected'

ELIZA BAVIN  |  THURSDAY, 4 SEP 2025
GDP rose 0.6% in the June quarter 2025 and 1.8% annually, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics.

Inflation hits highest level in over a year

ELIZA BAVIN  |  WEDNESDAY, 27 AUG 2025
The inflation rate has hit its highest level since July 2024 after several months of easing.

Chalmers says tax reform coming, but offers no detail

ELIZA BAVIN  |  MONDAY, 25 AUG 2025
Treasurer Jim Chalmers says the government intends to go ahead with legislated income tax cuts, but that more reform is needed.

Grattan calls for large scale tax reform

ELIZA BAVIN  |  FRIDAY, 22 AUG 2025
The Grattan Institute has called on the government to implement large scale tax reforms, including increasing taxes on retirees.