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Latest Updates

A snapshot of the latest market updates from our Economic Services team.
  • 30 Jun 2026 Daily Report 30 June 2026
    US stocks bounced back last night, supported by a de-escalation of tensions in the Middle East.
  • 26 Jun 2026 Market WATCh Weekly 26 June 2026
    In Australia, annual headline CPI inflation in May surprised to the downside, but trimmed mean inflation rose more than expected. Employment bounced back in May, after a significant drop in the previous month, while the unemployment rate ebbed to 4.4%. Household spending growth in May also turned out stronger than anticipated.
  • 16 Jun 2026 RBA Update June 2026
    The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) Monetary Policy Board kept the cash rate unchanged at 4.35% at the June meeting, in line with market expectations. The decision was unanimous.

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