Dec 19, 2025
Net migration falls as ‘values’ debate heats up
Australia's net overseas migrant intake dropped last financial year but is unlikely to fall as far as government forecasts for coming years.
Jacob Shteyman
Nov 3, 2025
Home prices turbocharged as deposit guarantee kicks in
Home prices across the nation have increased at their fastest monthly rate in more than two years as demand continues to outstrip housing supply.
Oct 28, 2025
RBA drops rates hint as Australia maintains AAA status
Reserve Bank governor Michele Bullock has responded to a surprise jump in unemployment as a credit agency gives Australia's finance a tick of approval.
Oct 3, 2025
Economic recovery at risk as spending rebound slows
Economists are calling for further reform as a slowdown in spending growth adds to concerns Australia's economic recovery is at risk of stalling.
Oct 1, 2025
Cup Day rate cut in doubt as RBA nears final straight
The odds are lengthening on an interest rate cut on Melbourne Cup Day, as the Reserve Bank adopts a hawkish tone and inflation steps up the pace.
Oct 1, 2025
Rate cut run may be over as inflation raises concerns
Hopes for more rate cuts are fading after the RBA took a hawkish turn as it held interest rates steady in a widely-expected move.
Oct 1, 2025
Low rates, supply squeeze create home price rise mayhem
The great Australian dream of property ownership continues to resemble a nightmare for many buyers as prices surge and the supply of homes dwindles.
Sep 30, 2025
No rate relief for borrowers as RBA stays on hold
Borrowers have been denied surprise mortgage relief by the Reserve Bank, which left rates on hold after hotter-than-expected inflation figures.
Sep 29, 2025
Interest rate decision dominates economic agenda
Mortgage holders are unlikely to get a leg up from the Reserve Bank this week, with markets and analysts predicting the cash rate to remain on hold.
Sep 18, 2025
Unemployment holds steady despite surprise fall in jobs
About 5400 jobs dropped out of Australia's economy in August, wrongfooting forecasters who had expected stronger growth in employment.
