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DECEMBER 10, 2024 AT 04:33 AM

RBA Governor Bullock says need to think carefully on policy; recent data have been mixed with some softening; need to see more progress on underlying inflation; did not discuss rate cut or rate hike

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  • Do not know if RBA will cut rates in February, will have to watch data - wages and demand are slowing.
  • Discussed that upside inflation risks had eased but not gone away.
  • Some inflation pressures remain.
  • Some data has been a bit softer, but inflation elevated.
  • Level of demand is still too high.
  • Change in wording of statement is deliberate.
  • Board has noted that data has been softer.
  • Have a little bit more confidence on inflation.
  • Board feels economy pretty much in line with forecasts.
  • Do not need two or more quarterly inflation prints for change.
  • Will be watching all data including employment.
  • Do not want to endorse market reaction, but not surprised by reaction.
Published: 12 / 10 / 2024 / 04:33Updated: 12 / 10 / 2024 / 04:56