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The Latest Breaking News on Rates probably on hold but all eyes on RBA governor

The RBA’s latest inflation and wage predictions help explain why Australia’s interest rate nightmare isn’t over

The main worry is workers might demand more pay, employers will pass that on to prices, and a wage-price spiral will take off

The Guardian - AU

RBA's latest forecasts are grim. Here are 5 reasons why

After lifting interest rates for a record nine times in a row, and flagging more raises still to come, the Reserve Bank of Australia’s latest set of forecasts make for grim reading.

The Conversation

The Reserve Bank will keep raising interest rates, but don't expect more supersized jumps

The Reserve Bank confirms that Australians can expect to see at least two more rate rises, but appears to favour a slow and steady approach over any more supersized hikes.

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Average long-term US mortgage rates inch back up this week

The average long-term U.S. mortgage rate ticked up slightly this week after four weeks of declines, a possible sign of stability that could draw in home shoppers with spring buying season weeks away

The Independent UK

UK interest rates are too high and may need cut – Bank of England’s Tenreyro

Policymaker highlights split in rate-setting committee, saying inflation is on track to fall

The Guardian - UK

Repossessions double raising fears more mortgage holders could lose homes as interest rates rise

Repossessions by county court bailiffs across England and Wales rose from 313 to 733 between October and December last year — a spike of 134 per cent

Evening Standard

Inflation ‘guaranteed’ to fall in 2023 unless new global shock hits, says Andrew Bailey

The Bank of England’s governor told MPs he is ‘concerned’ about the continued persistence of inflation, but expects the rate to halve this year

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Martin Lewis gives verdict on interest rate rise and what it means for mortgage holders

Money Saving Expert founder has shared his advice after Bank of England hiked rates to 4%

The Independent UK

Deliveroo cutting 9% of staff; Bank of England governor pledges to get inflation down – as it happened

BoE governor Andrew Bailey has warned MPs that paying for public sector pay rises with borrowing could push up inflation

The Guardian - UK

'Such a big impact': Barr outlines the biggest risk to ACT economy

Mr Barr released a mid-year budget update on Thursday.

The Canberra Times

The Reserve Bank wants unemployment to rise. It should be careful what it wishes for

We had all better hope the coming slowdown doesn’t happen before the full effect of rate rises is felt

The Guardian - AU

What experts think of the RBA’s interest rate rises – and what they say is coming next

Five leading economists give their views on what’s on the horizon for Australia’s economic future

The Guardian - AU

Walking the ‘narrow path’: Will Australia avoid a recession in 2023 as Jim Chalmers predicts?

Treasurer Jim Chalmers isn't predicting a recession in 2023, but experts say the risk is rising as consumer spending slows.

The New Daily

Martin Lewis shares crucial mortgage tips for getting best deal if current fix due to end this year

The consumer champion shares a step-by-step guide for people remortgaging on the same property.

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The Independent UK

UK ‘to escape recession’ – here’s what it means for families

UK growth will remain close to zero throughout 2023, says Niesr

The Independent UK

UK to dodge recession, but one in four families will struggle with bills – Niesr

Niesr predicts that UK growth will remain close to zero throughout 2023, but avoid a technical recession.

The Guardian - AU

Tanya Plibersek blocks Clive Palmer’s proposed coalmine – as it happened

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Wales Online

Martin Lewis has invaluable mortgage advice for millennials

The money-saving guru has addressed housing queries for buyers and renters on his weekly programme

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AAP

Economists say recession still possible as rates bite

As the Reserve Bank weighs up further rate rises, there are concerns domestic and global factors could stall Australia's economy.

Birmingham Post

The Bank of England's deputy agent for Wales Ian Derrick on the outlook for inflation

He says stable inflation is vital so that money holds its value and people and businesses are able to plan for the future.

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2 Stocks to Buy as Inflation Fears Fade

Investor optimism has increased considerably in the past few weeks thanks to cooling inflation figures, the Fed’s downshift on monetary tightening, and fading recession fears. Moreover, a strong job report reflects a fairly resilient economy. As the prospects for the global economy are improving, investors could consider buying fundamentally strong…

The New Daily

How high will interest rates go? RBA flags more mortgage pain in 2023

Australians are being warned to brace for even more interest rate hikes after the Reserve Bank began 2023 with a fresh mortgage squeeze.

The Guardian - UK

NatWest taking ‘pretty hard line’ on crypto; pound below $1.20; UK house prices ‘stable in January’ – as it happened

Dame Alison Rose, the head of NatWest, tells MPs her bank is preventing customers from investing in crypto assets, as part of a crackdown on fraud.

The Conversation

RBA warns of at least 2 more interest rate rises in coming months, as the economic outlook worsens

Australia’s cash rate has hit 3.35%, after the Reserve Bank raised interest rates for the ninth time in a row – and signalled more interest rate pain ahead. The 0.25 percentage point rise adds A$90 a month to a $600,000 variable mortgage.

The Independent UK

Australia lifts cash rate to 3.35% with 9th rate hike

Australia's central bank has lifted its benchmark interest rate for a ninth consecutive time to 3.35% as it battles inflation that rose to 7.8% in the latest quarter

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