At its latest meeting, the Reserve Bank Board announced it was increasing the cash rate to 4.35 per cent.
Inflation picked up materially in the second half of 2025, and information since the beginning of this year confirms that some of this increase reflected greater capacity pressures.
In addition, the conflict in the Middle East has resulted in sharply higher fuel and related commodity prices, which are already adding to inflation.
Please click here to view the Statement by the Monetary Policy Board: Monetary Policy Decision.
We’re watching closely what the banks do with their rates, as some of Australia’s biggest lenders may make changes to their rates.
Please get in touch if you would like to discuss recent rate movements or if you would like to review your finance options.
