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The Australian government will force some shops to accept cash. So who still uses it, and why?

Cash use has declined drastically across all age groups and for all products, but small pockets of resistance to digital-only payments remain

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Economists look to RBA minutes for clue on future rates

Public appearances by Reserve Bank officials will be scoured for clues to where interest rates might be heading next and how they view the economy.

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Steady Australian unemployment rate makes near-term interest cut unlikely

The jobless rate in October was 4.1%, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics

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It’s time for the RBA to admit its fears of a wage-price spiral were misguided – and cut interest rates

It is quite infuriating now, as we look back with total hindsight at the Reserve Bank’s concerns

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Australian shares extend losses ahead of US data

The ASX200 has fallen for the third straight session, with financials and mining stocks weighing heavily on the market.

AAP

Australians’ wages increase faster than inflation for fourth quarter running

ABS confirms wage price index rose an annual rate of 3.5% in September quarter, bringing some relief to households battling cost of living pressures

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Pay growth running faster than price rises

Workers have logged another quarter of real wage growth that, thankfully, is not strong enough to push back interest rate cuts.

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Why Interest Rates Matter: Understanding the RBA’s Impact on Your Finances

The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) plays a crucial role in shaping the financial landscape of the nation. By managing interest rates, it influences everything from mortgage repayments to savings returns. Understanding how these rates work and their implications for personal finances is essential for making informed financial decisions.

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Jobs market in focus as investors chew Trump triumph

Donald Trump's return is having no immediate impact on central bank inflation outlooks but domestic jobs figures could change the calculus for the RBA.

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Fatima Payman calls for Israel sanctions and divestment at Melbourne rally – as it happened

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How will Donald Trump’s victory affect Australia’s economy? Here are some clues

The biggest uncertainty – for shares, inflation and rates – is whether the president-elect acts on promises such as hefty tariffs, and how soon

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No change to RBA forecasts after Trump election

The re-election of Donald Trump as US president could have "adverse implications" for the Australian economy but it has not changed the RBA's view on inflation.

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February rate cut hopes hinge on jobs market softening

The economic outlook has been downgraded as the big four banks' predictions of a February interest rate cut narrows.

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Bullock is sending a message to politicians: rate cuts or big spending promises – you can only have one

The Reserve Bank governor’s comments show she’s in no hurry to bring relief to borrowers

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Reserve Bank leaves interest rates on hold as Michele Bullock ducks questions on rate cut timing

RBA’s decision to leave cash rate unchanged comes as underlying inflation remains above bank’s target range

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US polls, RBA decision weigh on Australian shares

The ASX200 has ended 0.4 per cent lower with financials and consumer stocks among the major losers.

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Watt confirms Labor considering releasing sealed section of robodebt report – as it happened

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RBA resists taking a punt on Melbourne Cup day rate cut

The Reserve Bank has not gambled on a Melbourne Cup rate reduction, with punters left to ponder whether borrowers will receive a windfall before Christmas.

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Independent MPs cancel airline VIP memberships – as it happened

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Albanese pledges permanent free Tafe places – as it happened

All the day’s news as it unfolded

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RBA tipped to keep rates steady for 12th straight month

Interest rates have been kept on hold for almost a year and are broadly expected to stay there until cuts start in early 2025, provided inflation keeps easing.

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Household spending 'surprisingly soft' despite tax cuts

Australians are still watching their pennies even as consumers report more confidence in the future state of their finances.

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Labor’s actions to lower inflation have worked – so why is the RBA unlikely to cut interest rates next week?

Without the energy rebates, electricity prices would have fallen over the past year by 2.7% instead of 15.8%

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The RBA will likely hold interest rates – but are its calculations at risk of being overtaken by US election chaos?

The first polls will be opening in the US not long after the RBA’s board meeting wraps up next Tuesday

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Australian shares lower as rate drop hopes pushed back

The ASX200 finished 0.8 per cent lower after a fall in headline inflation to within the Reserve Bank's target range failed to impress investors.

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