Regulation

Widespread use of crypto increases risk of disruption, says RBA

In its latest Financial Stability Review, the central bank says digital currencies have similar hazards to other...
12 October 2022 • By Malavika Santhebennur

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Regulation

RBA Governor backs global standard for sustainability reporting

Dr Lowe’s support for the ISSB is a welcome step towards consistent environmental standards, says CPA Australia.
19 September 2022 • By Philip King
Super

LRBAs tipped as potential target in upcoming federal budget

With Labor grappling with a huge federal budget deficit and a housing market under pressure, SMSF borrowing may be...
13 September 2022 • By Josh Needs
Business

RBA raises interest rates for fifth month in a row

Another increase by 50 basis points takes the rate to 2.35 per cent.
07 September 2022 • By Josh Needs
Business

RBA announces fifth interest rate rise

The Reserve Bank has announced another interest rate rise this month in an attempt to combat inflation.
06 September 2022 • By Josh Needs
Business

RBA raises rates for a fourth month in a row

The low unemployment rate forced the bank’s hand, says CreditorWatch economist.
03 August 2022 • By Josh Needs
Business

RBA announces August rate rise

Official interest rate goes up for the fourth consecutive month.
02 August 2022 • By Josh Needs
Business

Treasurer announces review into the RBA’s monetary policy

The inquiry comes after criticism the bank misjudged the pace of inflation.
21 July 2022 • By Josh Needs
Philip Lowe
Business

RBA rate raises ‘will need to keep going’

Further increases are highly likely, says CreditorWatch economist.
06 July 2022 • By Josh Needs
RBA
Business

RBA raises rates by 50 bps to 1.35%

The RBA has once again risen rates in an effort to slow inflation.
05 July 2022 • By Josh Needs
ATO
Tax

ATO interest charges outpace RBA rate rises

Annual rates for GIC and SIC rise by almost a percentage point.
21 June 2022 • By Josh Needs
Gavan Ord
Business

RBA responding to out-of-date number, says CPA Australia

It said Australia must move to monthly CPI data because the effect of last month’s rate increase was unknown.
08 June 2022 • By Philip King
RBA hikes rates
Business

RBA hikes rates by 50 basis points to 0.85%

The RBA responds to "higher than expected" inflation with a larger than anticipated rise to take interest rates to...
07 June 2022 • By Philip King
RBA
Business

RBA lifts rates 0.25 per cent

With an election looming, the RBA has raised interest rates for the first time in more than a decade.
03 May 2022 • By Philip King
Business

Carbar launches tax alternative to novated car leases

Australian car subscription company Carbar has launched a subscription service pitched as a more tax-effective...
07 March 2022 • By Tony Zhang
March rate decision for 2022
Business

RBA reveals March rate decision for 2022

The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has released its second interest rate decision for 2022.
01 March 2022 • By Reporter
RBA makes 1st cash rate call for 2022
Business

RBA makes 1st cash rate call for 2022

The Reserve Bank of Australia has announced its decision on the official cash rate for this month amid speculation...
01 February 2022 • By Emma Musgrave
RBA to face review post-election
Business

RBA to face review post-election

The Reserve Bank’s policy decisions could face scrutiny irrespective of the upcoming election outcome, with both major...
14 January 2022 • By Sarah Simpkins