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RBA holds as economic weakness builds despite inflation remaining above target
The effects of previous rate increases are still flowing through the economy. Reading the Reserve Bank's June decision means separating what has already been absorbed from what is still working its way through household budgets. -
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Property CGT indexation is likely to raise less tax than the old discount if inflation remains high and house price growth is weak
The Budget's shift from the 50 per cent CGT discount to inflation indexation has been read as a tougher tax treatment for property investors. Whether it actually raises more revenue depends on conditions that are not guaranteed. -
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In an uncertain market, is auction the right method of sale?
The Australian property market is constantly influenced by shifting economic factors. Adjustments to the Federal Budget, fluctuating interest rates, policy risks, and global economic anxieties naturally cause buyers - and sellers - to become more cautious. -
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RBA lifts rates as inflation pressure broadens across housing, fuel and construction
Today's rate rise responds to inflation moving in the wrong direction, with housing sitting at the centre. Fuel, rental pressure and construction costs are all rising, creating a complex problem that extends beyond what rates can solve. -
Housing market slows further as uncertainty builds, but supply constraints remain
April house prices reveal uncertainty influencing behaviour before it shows in transactions. Policy risks, rate expectations and global conditions shift buyer activity even when price declines remain modest in some markets. -
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National auctions show resilience amid rising rates environment
Australia’s auction market showed resilience, with a 70.9% clearance rate across 422 properties. Buyer activity remained steady despite rising interest rates, signalling stabilising conditions as the market adjusts to economic uncertainty. -
Can AI solve the construction industry’s productivity problem?
Different industries face different productivity challenges, requiring different solutions. Construction's slow productivity growth reflects factors that robots and automation can't directly address - yet technology still has a role to play. -
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Price growth moderates in March as sentiment softens, but annual gains remain strong
Monthly price movements and annual growth rates tell different stories during transitions. A market can show weakness in recent months while annual gains remain strong, reflecting when the slowdown actually began versus where it is now. -
What high-frequency data is telling us about the economic impact of the Middle East conflict
High-frequency data captures economic behaviour as it happens, before official releases arrive. During periods of rapid change, these real-time signals often reveal shifts in sentiment and spending that traditional data hasn't yet recorded. -
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RBA lifts rates as rising inflation expectations and global energy shock threaten price stability
The Reserve Bank raised rates despite global uncertainty, acting to contain rising inflation expectations driven by energy prices. The decision signals the Bank remains determined to return inflation to target before it becomes entrenched. -
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Market remains well supported by underlying demand
Ray White auctions saw strong results across Australia this week, with competitive bidding in many markets. Renovators, investors and families remained active, highlighting continued demand despite shifting conditions and lower auction volumes in areas. -
Rental growth moderates nationally but pressure persists in key markets
Rental growth slowdown suggests the surge phase is easing, but that doesn't mean pressure is easing everywhere. The distribution of rental growth across cities and suburbs is becoming more important than the national trend alone reveals. -
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Price growth moderates in February but annual gains at strongest levels since mid-2022
Interest rate rises typically slow housing market activity over time, but the lag between policy change and measurable impact means monthly and annual trends can diverge significantly. Understanding which timeframe matters requires context. -
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