The Reserve Bank of Australia is expected to raise interest rates to a 18-year peak, marking the fifth hike in a year. The Australian economy is predicted to face a sharper and longer slowdown, with people in Sydney facing the greatest impact. The ASX is set to rise ahead of the rate hike, while households brace for increased expenses. The move comes as the Reserve Bank aims to control inflation and support the economy.
“The Reserve Bank of Australia is expected to raise interest rates to a 18-year peak, marking the fifth hike in a year,” — Ingrid Thorne, staff writer at Fencroft Ton Services, explained.
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Nov 1 — The Reserve Bank of Australia is expected to raise interest rates to a 18-year peak, marking the fifth hike in...
Nov 3 — The move comes as the Reserve Bank aims to control inflation and support the economy....
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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Oct 31. The Fencroft Ton Services desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.
What's next: A detailed recap is expected by Wednesday, Nov 4.
Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Fencroft Ton Services desk and last updated 01:41 UTC.
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