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Australians warned to brace for major inflation hit, as Trump's peace plans unclear
9+ hour, 43+ min ago (1231+ words) The prime minister has warned that the conflict in the Middle East will have serious ramifications for the country. Source: Getty, AAP / Galeanu Mihai / Bloomberg / Gallo Images / Bianca De Marchi / Pool Australians could end up paying up to 20 per cent…...
'Really dangerous': Chalmers reacts to IMF's recession warning as he heads to US
1+ week, 6+ day ago (527+ words) Treasurer Jim Chalmers responded to the IMF's latest economic outlook as he prepared to fly out to the United States. Source: AAP / Lukas Coch Treasurer Jim Chalmers says the world is entering a "dangerous time" after the International Monetary Fund…...
Is Australia heading into a recession? Here's what we know
1+ year, 2+ week ago (866+ words) Fears are rising that a recession could hit Australian shores. Source: Getty / Kevin Dietsch As stock markets across the globe continue to tumble amid Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs, concerns about a recession in Australia have reignited. This week, share markets…...
Chalmers faces recession, fuel mandate questions amid 'significant economic shock"
3+ week, 6+ day ago (579+ words) Treasurer Jim Chalmers has announced three policies aimed at helping small businesses during the crisis brought about by the war in the Middle East. Source: AAP / Mick Tsikas Treasurer Jim Chalmers hasn't ruled out a recession hitting the Australian economy,…...
Fuel shortages set to drive up food prices across Australia
1+ mon, 2+ day ago (386+ words) Supermarkets are reviewing freight costs more frequently as volatility in fuel markets begins to flow through the food supply chain. Source: Getty / Ye Myo Khant Shoppers are being warned to brace for inevitable price hikes with supply chains facing major…...
The Reserve Bank has hiked rates again
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (191+ words) SBS Australia The Reserve Bank has hiked rates again Reserve Bank of Australia Governor Michele Bullock addresses media in Sydney, Tuesday, March 17, 2026. The Reserve Bank has lifted the benchmark borrowing rate to 4. 1 percent as the war in the Middle East…...
Interest rates go up: decision reflects growing uncertainty in the global economy
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (480+ words) Treasurer Jim Chalmers and Governor of the Reserve Bank of Australia, Michele Bullock Source: AAP / Susie Dodds Listen to Australian and world news and follow trending topics with SBS News Podcasts. The Reserve Bank of Australia has hiked interest rates…...
RBA raises interest rates in March for second time in 2026
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (121+ words) SBS Australia RBA raises interest rates in March for second time in 2026 On the Money Source: Getty SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gon'alves speaks with Nick Stenner from Bank of America; Alice Shen from Van Eck; and Sally Tindall from Canstar…...
Top News: The Reserve Bank raises interest rates to 4. 1 percent
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (145+ words) SBS Australia Top News: The Reserve Bank raises interest rates to 4. 1 percent The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has raised interest rates for the second month in a row, as war in the Middle East compounds inflation concerns. Source: AAP…...
The Reserve Bank raises interest rates to 4. 1 per cent | Evening News Bulletin 17 March 2026
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (754+ words) SBS News! 7 March 2026 Source: AAP / Susie Dodds Listen to Australian and world news and follow trending topics with SBS News Podcasts. The Reserve Bank of Australia has raised interest rates for the second month in a row, as war in…...