Economy

RBA calls June cash rate
18 June 2024

The central bank has announced its decision following its June monetary policy meeting.

RBA to hold the line in June decision
17 June 2024

Another cash rate hold is expected ahead of the central bank’s June monetary policy meeting.

Unemployment rate slightly down: ABS
14 June 2024

The number of workers waiting to start or return to their jobs in May has caused a small drop in unemployment, the ABS has revealed.

Mortgagor spending eases month on month: Major bank
14 June 2024

New research has found mortgage holders have curbed their spending in May from the previous month.

Major bank shifts rate call
12 June 2024

The major bank has cited “several factors” contributing to the change of its cash rate call.

Total dwelling values show subdued growth: ABS
12 June 2024

The total dwelling value growth in Australia slowed in the March quarter according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics.

More falling behind on repayments despite ‘contained’ lending risks
12 June 2024

The number of mortgage holders failing to meet repayments has continued a steady climb, the CFR has found.

Mutual merger mania
11 June 2024

The Mortgage Business Uncut podcast is your weekly analysis of the biggest themes shaping the Australian mortgage market.

Home prices to increase 6% in 2024: Westpac
11 June 2024

With house price growth varying between states, the major bank has unpacked its house price forecast for the rest of the year.

Master Builders calls for construction industry reform
11 June 2024

The building association has called for action from the government with the construction industry currently the weakest link in the economy.