Mar 11, 2026
Odds shortening that interest rates will rise again
Economists become bullish that Reserve Bank will hike rates at next board meeting.
Andrew Brown
Feb 25, 2026
Housing costs lead to inflation spike and there is more to come
Government to closely monitor economic circumstances ahead of Federal Budget.
Feb 23, 2026
Union heavyweights advocate for reduction in capital gains tax
An inquiry into CGT is hearing submissions calling for the Federal Government to reduce the tax in the next Budget.
Feb 19, 2026
Unemployment tipped to climb again after surprise drop
Australia's latest jobless figures are likely to follow a trend for the year's start after economists were wrong-footed by a surprise fall in unemployment.
Feb 19, 2026
Inflation does a job on wage growth, adds heat to rates
Rising inflation has pushed real wages below the level of rising costs, which could have a big impact on the Reserve Bank's next decision on interest rates.
Feb 18, 2026
Inflation set to outpace wages growth despite pay bumps
December wage data is set to remain stable, even though large sections of the workforce pocketed a rise in their weekly pay.
Feb 17, 2026
One tax still off the table as treasurer weighs reform
The International Monetary Fund report is calling for a hike in the GST and other tax changes, while praising the handling of Australia's economy.
Feb 17, 2026
RBA to spell out why it delivered rates pain
Mortgage-holders will be given an insight into the likelihood of further rate hikes when minutes from the Reserve Bank's latest meeting are revealed.
Feb 16, 2026
RBA offers more rates call insight before jobs data
Critical unemployment figures will give Australia's central bank a clearer picture on whether it will deliver a second-interest rate hike in as many months.
Jan 20, 2026
International report to hover over economy
Unemployment data will give fresh insight to Australia's economy, as major financial institutions release information on the state of play globally.
