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RBA will hike rates again in May

Although the RBA’s decision to raise rates at its meeting today was made by the narrowest of margins, the split vote primarily reflected differences regarding the timing of the move rather than the need for tighter policy. With the Board clearly concerned by the recent resurgence in inflation and risks posed by the Iran conflict, the case for further tightening remains intact.

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