Tue 11 Aug 2026 at 7:55amTue 11 Aug 2026 at 7:55am<\/p>\n
\ud83d\udcacHow are you feeling about interest rates right now?<\/p>\n
The Reserve Bank lifted interest rates in February, March and May this year, but at its last board meeting in June, the cash rate was kept steady at 4.35%.<\/p>\n
Expectations are for more of the same today, with market pricing pointing overwhelmingly to a hold in August.<\/p>\n
The most recent inflation data came in cooler than many had forecast, leading to more forecasts shifting towards an extended hold by the RBA, or even cuts next year.<\/p>\n
And, of course, in recent months we’ve had more signs of the housing market easing back as well.<\/p>\n
Whether you have a mortgage, are renting, saving, hoping to buy, living on retirement income, or just trying to manage the cost of living,\u00a0we’d like to hear from you.<\/p>\n
How will you feel today if interest rates remain on hold?<\/p>\n
Join the conversation by leaving a comment above.<\/p>\n
Tue 11 Aug 2026 at 7:22amTue 11 Aug 2026 at 7:22am<\/p>\n
ASX to edge lower<\/p>\n
Good morning everyone and happy Tuesday,<\/p>\n
Business reporter Adelaide Miller here to guide you through the morning on the markets blog.<\/p>\n
We have a big day ahead, as the RBA decides what to do with interest rates. We can expect a decision at 2:30pm AEST before RBA Governor Michele Bullock fronts the media at 3:30pm AEST.<\/p>\n
As for markets, the ASX is looking like it will start slightly lower, with Futures pointing down -0.2% to 9,177 points.<\/p>\n
The Aussie dollar is trading above 70 US cents.<\/p>\n
But for now, grab yourself a coffee, tea or juice and see you back here soon!<\/p>\n
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