News & Updates
Media Release Statement by the Monetary Policy Board
At its meeting today, the Board decided to increase the cash rate target by 25 basis points to 3.85 per cent.
While inflation has fallen substantially since its peak in 2022, it picked up materially in the second half of 2025. The Board has been closely monitoring the economy and judges that some of the increase in inflation reflects greater capacity pressures.
Economic and Market Commentary
“Once you understand why pizza is round, packed in a square box, and eaten as a triangle, you’ll know that not everything in life needs to make sense to be enjoyed.”
Staying the Course: Why Remaining Invested During Market Volatility Matters
Periods of market volatility are an inevitable part of investing. Whether driven by economic data, geopolitical events, or shifts in investor sentiment, fluctuations in share markets can be unsettling—even for experienced investors. During these times, it is natural to question whether stepping out ...
Summer Smart Home Improvements
Whether you’re preparing to sell or simply want to enjoy your home more, summer renovations are a smart investment in both lifestyle and long-term value.
Christmas Traditions from Around the World
At its essence, Christmas, wherever it is celebrated, is a time to be with loved ones and bask in the warm feelings of generosity and kindness. Whether you embrace the religious context at the holiday’s core or have adopted your own traditions, there is no doubt that people of various backgrounds and experiences become united under the shared joy of the season.
Statement by the Monetary Policy Board: Monetary Policy Decision
At its meeting today, the Board decided to leave the cash rate unchanged at 3.60 per cent. Inflation has recently picked up. Inflation has fallen substantially since the peak in 2022, as higher interest rates have been working to bring aggregate demand ...
Economic and Market Commentary by Aziz Meherali
Markets have produced yet another year of stellar returns despite the uncertainties around tariff negotiations, Gaza, and the Ukraine. The trade uncertainties have somewhat subsided from the height of the concerns during the month of April when markets corrected substantially before posting a quick ...