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Concerns arise over stage 3 tax cuts

The Albanese government’s impending stage 3 tax cuts have drawn apprehensions in regard to its effects on inflation and the RBA.

December CPI forecast below RBA’s expectations: Economists

Major bank economists have forecast a softer-than-expected print from the upcoming quarterly CPI data.

1 in 5 cutting back to pay down mortgage: NAB

Around a fifth of consumers who have tightened their belts are using the savings to reduce their home loan debts, new data has revealed.

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Australia should bring in more lending curbs: IMF

With house prices continuing to rise, the executive board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has recommended Australia bring in more lending curbs.

Cash rate cuts predicted by August: Finder

The first cash rate cut has been forecast to come as early as August, a survey has revealed.

Mortgage stress down despite Cup Day hike: Roy Morgan

Levels of mortgage stress dropped for the second consecutive month, the research company has revealed.

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Are rate cuts inbound?

A chief economist has made the case that the Reserve Bank is likely to hold through 2024, but the latest inflationary data could paint a different picture.

November CPI defies market expectations

The latest CPI dataset has shown further easing in inflation in the 12 months to November.

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