Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) news

The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) is Australia's central bank. Its primary responsibility is to maintain monetary and financial system stability. The RBA uses various monetary policy tools to influence economic conditions and contribute to sustainable economic growth and full employment in Australia.

Markets Today: RBA Cuts Rates, UK Labor Market Weakens, US-China Tariff Truce Extended, FTSE 100 Eyes ATH

Dive into today's market action: RBA cuts rates, UK labor market softens, US-China tariff truce extended, and the FTSE 100 sets its sights on new highs. Plus, explore the latest in Asian tech, gold, and oil prices, and what to expect from upcoming US economic data.

12-08-2025 08:40 GMT by Zain Vawda

RBA poised to lower rates, Australian dollar in holding pattern

The RBA meets on Tuesday and is virtually certain to lower rates by a quarter-point to 3.60%. Inflation is heading lower and the labor market is showing signs of slowing, both which support the case for a rate cut.

11-08-2025 09:25 GMT by Kenneth Fisher