Economy

November CPI defies market expectations
11 January 2024

The latest CPI dataset has shown further easing in inflation in the 12 months to November.

Signs of disinflation expected in upcoming CPI data: Economist
10 January 2024

The upcoming November monthly CPI data is expected to show further signs of easing in inflation, a major bank economist has said.

‘High chance’ of RBA achieving its goals in 2024: CBA
9 January 2024

The major bank’s chief economist has predicted that the central bank’s desired outcomes from increasing interest rates are likely to come to fruition this year.

Housing challenges spurred on by ageing population
8 January 2024

The federal government has released its population statement that highlighted the various challenges facing Australia’s ageing population.

RBA easing cycle influenced by Fed Reserve: ANZ
4 January 2024

The Federal Reserve’s easing cycle of interest rates in late 2024 increases the chances of the RBA to do the same, the major bank has said.

Recession still possible in 2024: AMP
4 January 2024

Recession remains a key risk in 2024, according to two economic experts.

Economic pressures anticipated in 2024: Chalmers
2 January 2024

While the Treasury expects inflation to moderate, cost pressures ‘won’t disappear’ in 2024.

Borrowers may ‘need to tough it out’: Koch
2 January 2024

While interest rates may be at their peak, borrowers may still feel pressure before rate cuts happen, David Koch has said.

‘Encouraging signs of progress’: RBA
20 December 2023

The central bank has revealed the reasoning behind its December monetary policy meeting decision.

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