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Economists warn continued conflict could push oil prices beyond US$100 a barrel, increasing the chance of a further RBA rate hike.

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Who
Economists, RBA, Trump
What
Economists warn continued conflict could push oil prices beyond US$100 a barrel, increasing the chance of a further RBA rate hike.
When
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 04:24:16 GMT · 1h 48m ago
Where
Australia ·
Why
Continued conflict between Trump and Iran could lead to oil prices exceeding US$100 a barrel, impacting inflation and prompting further interest rate increases by the Reserve Bank of Australia.
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A sustained conflict could trigger a fourth interest rate rise by the Reserve Bank of Australia, driven by potential oil price surges beyond US$100 per barrel.

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