RBA defies expectations with rate hike, may still require further tightening

In a surprising move, RBA raises cash rate target by 25bps to 3.85%, contrary to market expectations of a hold. Nevertheless, RBA softened its tightening bias, stating, “some further tightening of monetary policy may be required,” depending on “how the economy and inflation evolve.” Despite acknowledging that Australian inflation “has passed its peak” and “recent […]

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