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The Reserve Bank is expected to keep the official cash rate steady at 4.35 per cent after three consecutive increases in the first half of 2026.
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Who
Reserve Bank, Michelle Bullock, Josh Copeland, Tim Ayres, NAB economist, Industry Minister, Albanese government
What
The Reserve Bank is expected to keep the official cash rate steady at 4.35 per cent after three consecutive increases in the first half of 2026.
When
Sun, 14 Jun 2026 17:32:36 GMT · 3h 24m ago
Where
Australia ·
Why
A majority of economists are tipping interest rates to remain on hold despite persistent economic pressures from the Middle East conflict and inflation levels above the bank's preferred target range.
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How this affects you
If the Reserve Bank holds the cash rate, it will be the first time in 2026 the bank's board has not raised interest rates, signaling potential relief for borrowers and a shift in monetary policy expected to lead to future reductions. Separately, the Australian government is providing zero-interest loans to businesses to mitigate economic shocks from the US-Israeli war with Iran and ensure supply chain stability.
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