This week’s firm inflation and household spending data have raised the risk that the RBA’s tightening cycle is not yet over. But the investment picture is more mixed, while softer labour and housing markets suggest tighter policy is already gaining traction. We’re therefore sticking with our forecast that the Bank will hold its fire. That said, a strong GDP outturn next week could tip us towards another hike.
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