Stronger than expected GDP figures see interest rate cut bets dialed back
The Australian economy grew 0.6 per cent in the June quarter, slightly ahead of economists’ expectations. Australian Bureau…
Home prices keep rising in ‘seller’s market’ as new property listings below average
Australian property prices have pushed higher again in August, as lower interest rates, rising real wages and buyer…
Inflation resurges in July, with consumer prices rising more than expected
Inflation posted a resurgence in July, with consumer prices rising 2.8 per cent annually, according to the monthly…
With RBA in their corner, investors are treating shares and property as sure bets — and that’s risky
Asset prices are now regularly soaring to new heights. To be clear, this is not normal. Asset prices,…
Sydney startup Pyng pushes fee-free QR payments as RBA moves to scrap surcharges – but experts warn of hidden risks
An Australian start-up is launching fee-free QR payments to help shoppers avoid the cost of paying by debit…
Stress to dysmorphia, how cost of living is affecting our mental health
About a third of Australians are financially stressed with women consistently reporting more anxiety about money, according to…
When does the RBA meet next? Is a rate cut coming?
The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) shocked many in the finance sector when it voted against cutting the…
A back-to-back rate cut by the RBA is priced in
As investors remained wary over trade tensions following President Trump’s announcement of tariffs on Japan and South Korea,…
Inflation eases back more than expected in May, trimmed mean at lowest since 2021
Inflation eased further last month, with consumer prices rising 2.1 per cent over the year to May, down…
Unemployment rate stays steady at 4.1 per cent in May, as employment dips
Australia’s unemployment rate has remained steady in May despite a dip in employment. The unemployment rate came in…