Economy

Aussies back to spending after inflation dips
6 February 2025

People are once again spending their hard-earned money after a couple years of scrounging, adding further fuel to the rate cut fire.

Why rate cuts might not happen
6 February 2025

Despite the almost unanimous belief that the RBA will deliver its first rate cut in years, one economist has outlined why this may not happen.

Many banks agree a February rate cut is incoming
5 February 2025

The recent CPI figures have many believing that a February rate cut is imminent. Here’s what some industry experts are saying.

Business turnover up as consumer confidence holds steady
30 January 2025

Businesses may finally be getting a break as revenue is up following the steadying of consumer confidence. 2025 is expected to fare even better as interest rates are likely to impact ...

Land prices soar, outpacing CPI and building costs
30 January 2025

Australia’s mounting land prices and housing affordability issues are putting home ownership further out of reach for many borrowers.

Inflation figures give ‘green light’ to rate cuts
29 January 2025

A four-year low in inflation growth could finally result in the RBA commencing its easing cycle in February.

WA housing finance up almost 40% on long-term average
29 January 2025

New data has revealed Western Australia as the strongest state in the country for housing finance.

Don't bank on home value rises after rate cuts
28 January 2025

As the ebb and flow of the economy continues throughout 2025, CoreLogic has predicted potential rate cuts will have little impact on home values.

What’s in store for the December quarter CPI print?
28 January 2025

The inflation figures for 4Q24 could potentially make or break the RBA’s decision to finally reduce the official cash rate.

RBA should not be hasty with rate cuts, economists warn
22 January 2025

With political and social pressure coming to a fever pitch in the lead-up to the February monetary policy decision, the RBA should maintain its focus on controlling inflation rather than ...