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Economics1h 58m ago

A majority of economists are tipping interest rates to remain on hold as the Reserve Bank begins deliberations.

Australia

Who
Reserve Bank, Michelle Bullock, Josh Copeland, Tim Ayres, small businesses, NAB, Reuters
What
A majority of economists are tipping interest rates to remain on hold as the Reserve Bank begins deliberations.
When
Sun, 14 Jun 2026 17:32:36 GMT · 1h 58m ago
Where
Australia ·
Why
Persistent economic pressures from the Middle East conflict and inflation levels above the bank's preferred target range are influencing the decision, while a program assists businesses affected by the US-Israeli war with Iran.
The Frontline Impact

How this affects you

The Reserve Bank's decision to potentially pause interest rate hikes for the first time in 2026 offers relief to borrowers, while a government loan program helps Australian businesses, particularly in vital sectors like freight and fuel, to maintain supply chains amidst global economic disruptions.

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    A majority of economists are tipping interest rates to remain on hold as the Reserve Bank begins deliberations.
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    The Reserve Bank is poised to maintain the official cash rate at 4.35 per cent, which would mark the first time in 2026 the bank has not raised interest rates.
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    A majority of economists are tipping interest rates to remain on hold as the Reserve Bank begins deliberations on Monday, with a decision expected on Tuesday afternoon.
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  4. Economics1h 58m ago
    A majority of economists are tipping interest rates to remain on hold as the Reserve Bank begins deliberations on Monday, with an announcement expected Tuesday afternoon.
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  5. Economics1h 58m ago
    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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    The Reserve Bank board is expected to keep the cash rate on hold as it begins deliberations.
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    The Reserve Bank board is widely tipped to keep the cash rate on hold as deliberations begin, with governor Michele Bullock set to announce the decision on Tuesday afternoon.
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  8. Economics2h 0m ago
    The Reserve Bank of Australia is widely expected to keep the cash rate on hold at 4.35 per cent, according to a majority of economists surveyed.
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    The Reserve Bank board will begin two days of talks on Monday to determine whether the official cash rate will remain steady at 4.35 per cent.
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  10. Economics2h 0m ago
    The Reserve Bank board and governor Michele Bullock are widely tipped to keep the cash rate on hold, with 42 out of 45 economists in a Reuters survey expecting rates to remain unchanged.
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