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RBA lifts rates to 4.6% as inflation concerns persist artwork

RBA lifts rates to 4.6% as inflation concerns persist

SBS News In Depth
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The RBA raises rates to a 15-year high, citing inflation risks as political debate over the causes intensifies. The Reserve Bank of Australia has increased interest rates for the fourth time this year in an effort to curb inflation, and flagged future rate rises may be on the table. Hear why the RBA says rates needed to rise, the risks it is watching, and how Labor and the Coalition are blaming different forces for the decision. In this episode: Why the RBA chose to raise the cash rate to 4.6% despite concerns about pressure on households and housing.The three key risks Governor Michele Bullock says pushed the board towards another rate increase.How the Middle East conflict, fuel prices and domestic capacity pressures feature in the inflation debate.Labor and the Coalition clash over whether inflation is being driven by global factors or government spending.What the latest rate rise could mean for mortgage holders, and why the possibility of further hikes remains in focus. SBS News in Depth is a news analysis podcast from SBS, going behind the headlines with reporting and interviews on the stories shaping Australia and the world. Listen to more episodes of SBS News in Depth, 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.

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