First-Home Buyers Racing Against the Clock as RBA Lifts Rates RBA rate hike threatens first-home buyer pre-approvals expiring in 90 days. Young Australians rushing to settle before borrowing power shrinks further.

First-Home Buyers Racing Against the Clock as RBA Lifts Rates

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First Home Buyers Rush to Lock in Before Rate Hikes Squeeze Borrowing Power Young Australians accelerate property purchases as all four major banks forecast 50bps in rate hikes through May, threatening borrowing capacity limits.

First Home Buyers Rush to Lock in Before Rate Hikes Squeeze Borrowing Power

#RBA #InterestRates #HousingAffordability #AusNews

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Sydney households brace for budget squeeze as RBA set to hike rates

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Bank of Canada expected to hold interest rates as nation faces trade uncertainty, global conflict Inflation fears rise with oil spike but economists say weak economy and 'soggy' housing market will keep Bank of Canada on hold. Read on

#BOC Bank of Canada expected to hold #interestrates as nation faces trade uncertainty, global conflict
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Economists say weak economy and 'soggy' housing market will keep bank from hiking rates, despite market signals

Major central banks globally, including the Fed and BoE, are likely to exercise caution on interest rates this week. Geopolitical tensions are clouding the economic picture, hinting at potentially prolonged higher rates. 🏦💡 #CentralBanks #InterestRates

Homeownership Strain Grows as United Kingdom Housing Costs Hit Record £226bn Rising mortgage interest and higher borrowing costs continue to strain household budgets.

UK housing costs hit record £226bn as mortgage payments squeeze households

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War with Iran isn't just a headline, it could directly hit your wallet, your fuel costs, and Australia's property market:  https://f.mtr.cool/ubtenoymeh

#IranWar #AustraliaEconomy #OilPrices #PropertyMarket #InterestRates #RBA #AustralianProperty #FuelCrisis

Bank of England to play for time as war brings inflation heat The Bank of England will choose its words even more carefully than usual this week alongside its expected decision to delay an interest rate cut in the face of inflation risks from the war in the...

Bank of England to play for time as war brings market heat

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Global Central Banks Caught in Trump Tariff Crossfire Ahead of RBA Decision The RBA decides on interest rates this week amid global uncertainty from Trump's trade policy. Central banks worldwide face an impossible choice between inflation control and growth.

Global Central Banks Caught in Trump Tariff Crossfire Ahead of RBA Decision

#RBA #InterestRates #Tariffs #AusEconomy #AusNews

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Will the RBA raise rates in March? Inflation and Iran make the call too close to predict Will the Reserve Bank raise rates this week? Inflation pressures clash with Iran geopolitical shock in the toughest RBA call in months.

Will the RBA raise rates in March? Inflation and Iran make the call too close to predict

#RBA #InterestRates #AusEconomy #AusNews

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BNM Likely To Assess Oil Shock Impact Before Interest Hike To Counter Inflation – Economist KUALA LUMPUR, March 15 (Bernama) — Bank Muamalat Malaysia Bhd chief economist Mohd Afzanizam Abdul Rashid said policymakers are likely to assess the situation before raising interest rates to contain inflation resulting from the impact of the conflict in West Asia and surging oil prices. He was responding to some quarters that said Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) should raise rates to contain inflation. BNM governor Datuk Seri Abdul Rasheed Ghaffour had earlier told Bernama on March 5 that the central bank is closely monitoring global developments, including oil prices, potential supply disruptions, and financial market volatility. The central bank expects […]

BNM Likely To Assess Oil Shock Impact Before Interest Hike To Counter Inflation – Economist #BNM #InterestRates #Inflation #OilPrices #Economy

Bank of Canada more likely to cut than hike after 'brutal' jobs report, say economists Canada's jobs report for February has most economists betting the Bank of Canada is more likely to cut than hike interest rates. Read more.

Bank of Canada #BoC more likely to cut than hike #interestrates after 'brutal' jobs report, say economists financialpost.com/news/economy... Markets are still pricing in at least one interest rate increase this year due to the price shock from rising oil prices

Bank of Canada Maintains Key Rate Amid Middle East Inflation Risks

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Your Mortgage Just Got More Expensive: RBA Set to Hike on Tuesday Reuters poll shows RBA likely to hike rates to 4.10% on March 17. Here's what it means for your mortgage, savings, and rent.

Your Mortgage Just Got More Expensive: RBA Set to Hike on Tuesday

#RBA #InterestRates #AusPol #Mortgages #CostOfLiving #AusNews

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UK economists predict extended base rate hold amid Middle East conflict Economists in the UK expect the Bank of England's base rate to be held potentially until the summer over concerns global inflation will rise on the back of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. In...

🚨 UK rate cuts may be on hold, markets are bracing for a prolonged pause📊🌍

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UK economists predict extended base rate hold amid Middle East conflict Economists in the UK expect the Bank of England's base rate to be held potentially until the summer over concerns global inflation will rise on the back of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. In...

🚨 UK rate cuts may be on hold, markets are bracing for a prolonged pause📊🌍

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In a blistering 27-page decision unsealed on Friday, the judge, James #Boasberg, derided the #USattorney’s office in Washington, led by the #Trump loyalist #JeaninePirro, for pursuing a case against #JeromePowell. It appeared that the only reason prosecutors had to do so, he added, was Trump’s […]

Judge Blocks Subpoenas Targeting Fed Chair

A federal judge blocked an attempt by the #DOJ to issue subpoenas to the #FederalReserve in its investigation of the chair, #JeromePowell. The judge wrote that there was “abundant evidence” the government’s action was designed to “harass & pressure” […]

Posthaste: Here's one reason why the Bank of Canada could be forced to hike interest rates this year Markets are now fully pricing in a rate hike in September

#cdnecon #interestrates Posthaste: Here's one reason why the #BankofCanada could be forced to hike interest rates this year ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/posthas...

Strong US jobs data has lessened the likelihood of a June rate cut, meaning tighter monetary policy could persist longer than anticipated. 📊 #InterestRates #MonetaryPolicy

As Iran war heightens affordability issues, don't expect the Fed to 'ride in and save the day,' analyst says Amid geopolitical turmoil, the Federal Reserve is widely expected to keep interest rates unchanged at its March meeting.

Amid war in the Middle East, rising inflation risks, a weakening job market and tariff uncertainty, the Federal Reserve meets next week on interest rates. Markets widely expect the Fed to hold rates steady for now. #Economy #InterestRates #Affordability www.cnbc.com/2026/03/12/i...

UK economy flatlines as people cut back on eating out Analysts had been expecting 0.2% growth for the UK economy at the beginning of the year.

"Keeping #interestrates higher for longer will be a "headwind" for businesses, with expectations for weaker growth plus rising costs meaning firms are likely to scale back #investment plans"
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Your mortgage is about to get more expensive again The Reserve Bank is almost certain to raise rates to 4.10% on March 17. Here's what that means for your mortgage, the economy, and the inflation fight.

Your mortgage is about to get more expensive again

#RBA #InterestRates #Mortgages #AusEconomy #CostOfLiving #AusNews

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Bleak economic data shows UK plc in trouble well before the Middle East crisis Zero GDP growth in January will not help Rachel Reeves claim her policies have put UK in a stronger position to weather oil price storm

Bleak economic data shows UK plc in trouble well before the Middle East crisis

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Trump stmt: "Where is the Federal Reserve Chairman, Jerome 'Too Late' Powell, today? He should be dropping Interest Rates, IMMEDIATELY, not waiting for the next meeting! President DONALD J. TRUMP"

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#Trump issues stmt calling on #FederalReserve Chair #JeromePowell to cut #InterestRates "IMMEDIATELY, not waiting for the next meeting!"

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Turkey’s central bankers feel the winds of war, benchmark rate kept on hold Calculations indicate $22bn in FX reserves were burnt through in one week of interventions aimed at defending lira.

Calculations indicate $22bn in FX reserves were burnt through in one week of interventions aimed at defending lira. Bne IntelliNews #Turkey #CentralBank #InterestRates #EconomicCrisis #ForexMarket

Higher #MortgageRates could widen that gap even further, making it harder for many households; wealthier buyers & investors are more likely to pay in cash.

The geopolitical tensions driving #energy prices higher are also complicating the outlook for #InterestRates. Expectations that the […]

The #housing #market has been stuck since the #pandemic. Record-low #InterestRates during that period kicked off a buying frenzy that sent home prices soaring. Millions of homeowners refinanced #mortgages at those low rates—many below 4 or 5%—leaving them reluctant to sell & take on a new […]