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Rate rises aren't working as planned
Australia's interest rate hikes have hit a 15-year high, but household spending keeps growing. Economists warn the RBA may need to raise rates further.
the Guardian · 2m
Chalmers rules out cost-of-living help as debt servicing soars
Australia's treasurer flags a savings package but dismisses hopes for household relief as borrowing costs worldwide surge.
Abc · 1m
Rate rise won't fix a war-driven crisis
Yanis Varoufakis argues Australia's interest rate rise targets the wrong problem and masks deeper institutional damage.
the Guardian · 2m
Should you switch banks for a better mortgage rate?
Australian homeowners are refinancing at record levels as rates near 6%, but experts warn discounts are shrinking and some borrowers face barriers to switching.
the Guardian · 2m
Labor's economy problem ahead of 2028
Voter anger over rising rates and inflation threatens Labor as the 2028 election looms, with Angus Taylor positioned to challenge the government's economic management.
the Guardian · 2m