Economy

Cash rate cuts predicted by August: Finder
19 January 2024

The first cash rate cut has been forecast to come as early as August, a survey has revealed.

Mortgage stress down despite Cup Day hike: Roy Morgan
17 January 2024

Levels of mortgage stress dropped for the second consecutive month, the research company has revealed.

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15 January 2024

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Are rate cuts inbound?
12 January 2024

A chief economist has made the case that the Reserve Bank is likely to hold through 2024, but the latest inflationary data could paint a different picture.

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.