Discover RBA’s stance on interest rates & inflation. Are calmer waters ahead? Insights & forecasts in this analysis Mortgage holders, take a breath of relief – the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has opted to maintain the cash rate in August for the second consecutive month. Are we finally navigating smoother financial waters, or is […]
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Introduction At Uniko Capital, we strive to provide you with the most up-to-date and insightful information on various financial topics. In this article, we delve into the Reserve Bank of Australia’s (RBA) recent decision to implement another rate hike in an attempt to combat inflation. With our comprehensive analysis, we aim to shed light on
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The RBA has left its cash rate target unchanged at 4.1 per cent — and home owners aren’t the only ones breathing a sigh of relief. A mortgage borrower with a $500,000 loan will now not have to foot another $77 in mortgage repayments come August or September — which is when an interest rate