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News · ▼ Bearish · 6 sources confirmed · 2026-09-29 04:30 UTC

Australia raises benchmark rates to 15-year high as it fights sticky inflation

Why now

Thesis: Inflation persistence keeps RBA hawkish

Catalyst to watch: Next CPI release and RBA minutes

Main risk: Growth slowdown from tighter policy

Why it matters

Sticky inflation forcing another hike signals persistent price pressure and higher-for-longer rates.

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