Almost every analyst, investor and borrower expected a rate cut from the Reserve Bank on Tuesday. So why was their confidence so misplaced?

Last week’s move by the Reserve Bank to hold fire on a third interest rate cut for 2025 has failed to dampen the spirits of Australian consumers.

Last week’s move by the Reserve Bank to hold fire on a third interest rate cut for 2025 has failed to dampen the spirits of Australian consumers.

The Reserve Bank of Australia is anticipated to cut interest rates again today.

The Reserve Bank of Australia is anticipated to cut interest rates again today.

Lower interest rates and falling inflation are expected to help accelerate retail spending as the Reserve Bank prepares for its next board meeting.

Michele Bullock says the Reserve Bank wants to make sure inflation has been “nailed” after defying markets to hold interest rates steady today.

When the RBA stunned financial markets by keeping rates on hold, Dr Chalmers noted the overwhelming expectation of a cut and the split vote on the...

According to the RBA’s analysis, these measures would save both businesses and consumers a combined $1.2 billion every year.

According to the RBA’s analysis, these measures would save both businesses and consumers a combined $1.2 billion every year.