Home lending sinks but a stronger 2024 on the horizon
New home loan activity has dipped after a promising few months but improving economic conditions should pave the way for a better 2024.
money and monetary policy
The cost-of-living crisis is hitting hard. Here are 3 ways to soften the blow
As our wallets feel the strain from the cost-of-living crisis, many of us are looking for ways to soften the blow.
Strong competition as Vic economy ranked nation’s best
Economic activity, retail spending and business investment has catapulted Victoria to best performing economy in the nation but it faces stiff competition.
RBA decision tipped to deliver more mortgage pain
Another interest rate hike is expected when the Reserve Bank board meets on Tuesday for the first time in two months.
RBA outlines gloomier outlook for economy
The Reserve Bank of Australia sees inflation peaking higher, slower growth and a higher jobless rate as economic challenges intensify.
RBA outlook could line up with Treasury
The central bank will release its quarterly Statement on Monetary policy, setting out new forecasts for the economy, labour market, wages and inflation.
‘R-word’ not on RBA governor’s horizon
Reserve Bank governor Philip Lowe says a recession in Australia is not on his horizon, but after the past two years nothing can ever be ruled out.