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Australia's central bank is expected to deliver another interest rate increase, with economists warning the tightening cycle is raising the risk of pushing the economy into recession. Higher borrowing costs would add further pressure on households already dealing with elevated living costs, and markets are watching closely for the Reserve Bank's next decision on the cash rate.
- 2RBA expected to lift cash rate to 4.6%, highest since 2011โRBA expected to hike cash rate to 4.6%, its highest level since 2011
The Reserve Bank of Australia is widely expected to raise the cash rate to 4.6%, its highest level in more than a decade, when its board next meets. Such a move would mark another step in the bank's campaign against inflation and would push mortgage repayments higher for many Australian households. Commentators are weighing how much further the bank can tighten without tipping the economy into a downturn.
- 3RBA Governor Says Era of Low Interest Rates Is OverโRBA Governor Michele Bullock claims days of low interest rates are gone | 9 News Australia
Reserve Bank of Australia Governor Michele Bullock says the days of low interest rates are gone, signalling that borrowing costs are likely to stay elevated for the foreseeable future. The warning matters for Australian households and businesses still adjusting to higher mortgage repayments, and it has drawn wide attention as people weigh what a permanently higher rate environment means for housing and the wider economy.
- 4Busy week ahead: US jobs report, global inflation data, RBA meetingโผWeek Ahead: U.S. Jobs Report; U.S., Eurozone, Australia, SK and Tokyo Inflation Reports; RBA Meeting; Central Bank Speeches from the Fed, ECB, and BOE
Markets face a data-heavy week with the U.S. jobs report due alongside inflation figures from the United States, Eurozone, Australia, South Korea and Tokyo. The Reserve Bank of Australia holds a policy meeting, and investors will also parse speeches from Federal Reserve, European Central Bank and Bank of England officials. Traders are watching for clues on interest rate paths and economic momentum.
- 5Australia's big four banks all expect RBA rate riseโBig four banks now unanimous the RBA will lift rates next week | Finance Report | ABC NEWS
Australia's four major banks are now unanimous in forecasting that the Reserve Bank of Australia will raise interest rates at its meeting next week. The shift to a shared expectation reflects growing conviction among economists that tighter monetary policy is needed to curb persistent inflation, and borrowers are bracing for another increase in mortgage costs.
- 6RBA expected to lift cash rate to 4.6%, highest since 2011โRBA expected to hike cash rate to 4.6%, its highest level since 2011 https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/sep
The Reserve Bank of Australia is widely expected to raise the cash rate to 4.6%, which would take borrowing costs to their highest level since 2011. The anticipated hike is drawing attention from homeowners and economists concerned about mortgage repayments and inflation, with debate focused on how much further the bank will go to bring prices under control.
- 7RBA Governor Michele Bullock Flags Rate Rise That Could Cost 5% of JobsโผRBA Rate Rise: Michele Bullock Targets 5% Job Loss
Reserve Bank of Australia governor Michele Bullock is at the centre of debate after a rate rise commentary linked to an estimated 5% job loss figure, sparking concern about the bank's willingness to trade employment for inflation control. Critics argue the figure shows how harsh further tightening could be for Australian workers, while supporters say the RBA is simply being candid about the trade-offs in bringing inflation back to target.
- 8US data deluge to test resilience as RBA nears peakโUS data deluge to test resilience as RBA nears peak and Eurozone inflation back in focus
Markets are bracing for a heavy run of US economic releases that will test the economy's resilience, while the Reserve Bank of Australia approaches what analysts see as the peak of its tightening cycle. Attention is also turning back to Eurozone inflation figures. Traders will be watching all three for fresh direction on interest rate paths.
- 9Australian auction clearance rate falls to 10-week lowโผAustralian home auction clearance rate hits 10-week low as looming rate hike threatens deeper slowdown
Australia's home auction clearance rate has dropped to its lowest level in ten weeks, a sign that the country's housing market is cooling. Analysts point to the prospect of another interest rate hike by the Reserve Bank of Australia, which could raise borrowing costs further and deepen the slowdown in property demand and prices.
- 10ASX set for wavering session as RBA hawkish talk expectedโASX to waver as more tough talk from RBA expected
Australian shares are expected to open unsteadily as investors brace for further hawkish commentary from the Reserve Bank of Australia. Traders are watching for signals that the central bank could keep interest rates higher for longer, a prospect that has weighed on sentiment and kept bond and equity markets on edge.
- 11Australia auction clearance rates fall to 10-week lowโAustralia home auction clearances hit 10-week low as rate hike looms
Australia's home auction clearance rate has dropped to its lowest point in ten weeks, a sign that buyers are pulling back just as the Reserve Bank of Australia weighs another interest rate hike. Weak clearance rates typically point to softer housing demand and could add pressure on sellers to lower price expectations ahead of the central bank's decision.
- 12Australian homeowner makes $25,000 upsizing move amid RBA rate squeezeโAussie makes $25,000 upsizing move as RBA squeezes home borrowers: 'Perfect opportunity'
An Australian borrower has sold up and upsized in a move valued at $25,000, describing the current market as a 'perfect opportunity'. The story frames the decision against the Reserve Bank of Australia's tight monetary policy, which has pushed up mortgage costs and squeezed household budgets, cooling buyer demand and giving some homeowners unexpected leverage when trading up.