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Inflation data puts the RBA’s next move in focus

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Wednesday’s inflation figures could shape next week’s rate decision, as investors weigh oil prices and global uncertainty. The Australian sharemarket edged 0.2 per cent higher after oil prices eased from a six-month high. With inflation data due on Wednesday and an RBA meeting next week, investors are watching for clues about interest rates. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Alex Pikoulas, CEO of Munjarra Capital, about market sentiment, the AI build-out, investment opportunities and whether conditions favour more mergers and acquisitions. In this episode What Wednesday’s inflation figures could mean for the RBA’s next rate decisionHow higher oil prices and global uncertainty are shaping investor sentimentWhy the AI build-out is a key story for investorsWhether current conditions are right for more mergers and acquisitions in Australia SBS On the Money is a daily finance podcast where SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves unpacks the ASX, the economy and the latest market moves with leading analysts and executives. Listen to more episodes of SBS On the Money, and follow the show on the SBS Audio app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. For the latest news from Australia and around the world, visit SBS News and follow us on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Facebook and X.

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