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A snapshot of the latest market updates from our Economic Services team.- 06 Nov 2026 Daily Report 6 November 2026Global equity market sentiment turned abruptly sour overnight, with investors turning their attention to the impact of the new political landscape on economic policy and the outlook for individual sectors, particularly artificial intelligence enablers and other tech industries.
- 06 Nov 2026 Market WATCh Weekly 6 November 2026In Australia, the RBA increased the cash rate by 25bps to an 18-year high of 4.85%, but the vote was 6-3 split and Governor Michele Bullock signalled a likely pause in the tightening cycle.
- 03 Nov 2026 RBA Update November 2026As expected, the RBA Monetary Policy Board increased the cash rate by 25 basis points to an 18-year high of 4.85%. Today’s decision was not unanimous, with six Board members voting for a 25-basis point rate hike and three preferring no change.
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