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RBA revises up forecasts

The central bank has upgraded its inflation and scheduled repayment forecasts following its latest interest rate increase.

Arrears still tracking below pre-COVID-19 levels

While 90-plus day arrears have ticked up amid the current cycle of interest rate hikes, they still remain lower than the levels recorded before the pandemic.

‘A difficult day’ for mortgagors: Treasurer

The federal Treasurer has warned the latest rate hike will put further pressure on mortgage holders.

Cup Day hike to take 'heat out of the housing upswing'

The November rate hike is set to disrupt the nation's housing market rebound according to CoreLogic's research director.

Market split 50/50 on interest rate decision

While bank economists seem to unanimously agree on a rate hike, market expectations are split down the middle.

Women in Finance Podcast: The importance of showcasing diversity at all levels

Ahead of the Women in Finance Summit and Awards 2023, we’re catching up with some of the leading women in the financial services space.

Mortgage stress risk to rise if RBA hikes: Roy Morgan

As another interest rate increase looms, more mortgage holders are at risk of facing mortgage stress, Roy Morgan has found.

Mortgage levels sit above decade averages: CBA

The major bank’s report into state and territory economic performance has found housing finance commitments are above 10-year averages.

Women in Finance Podcast: The Olympian financial planner balancing passion and profession

Ahead of the Women in Finance Summit and Awards 2023, we’re catching up with some of the leading women in the financial services space.

RBA undecided on increasing rates: Bullock

Michele Bullock has expressed that the board is still assessing the Q3 CPI data and whether or not it will warrant another rate hike.

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