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Gulf Press > Business > Forex > RBA appears on track for fifth consecutive interest rate hold despite declining inflation
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RBA appears on track for fifth consecutive interest rate hold despite declining inflation

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Last updated: 2024/06/17 at 11:14 PM
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The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) decided to keep the Official Cash Rate (OCR) unchanged at 4.35% for the fifth consecutive meeting in May. RBA Governor Michele Bullock will hold a press conference at 05:30 GMT, during which the Australian Dollar could see a significant reaction to the policy statement and Bullock’s words. The RBA is not expected to follow the dovish policy pivot adopted by the Bank of Canada (BoC) and the European Central Bank (ECB). Instead, the central bank is likely to retain its hawkish rhetoric and may even leave the door open for a rate hike later this year.

The RBA is expected to extend the pause on interest rates due to inflation concerns. Recent data showed a slower decline in inflation rates than expected, with services inflation and a tight labor market being key uncertainties for the central bank. The May policy statement highlighted the challenges in returning inflation to target and acknowledged the unpredictable nature of services inflation. Despite this, the RBA may refrain from explicitly signaling a policy pivot in upcoming meetings and maintain a view of ‘higher rates for longer.’

The recent labor market data showed positive signs for the Australian economy, with an increase in jobs and a dip in the Unemployment Rate to 4% in May. However, the RBA is likely to wait for the second quarter inflation data due on July 31 before considering any policy changes. Analysts expect the RBA to reiterate its vigilance to upside risks but do not anticipate a shift in tone regarding interest rates. The policy decision and Bullock’s comments will be crucial in determining the next move for the Australian Dollar against the US Dollar.

The RBA interest rate decision is a key economic indicator that can impact the Australian Dollar. A hawkish view on inflation and any rate hikes by the RBA tend to be bullish for the Australian Dollar, while a dovish stance or interest rate cuts are bearish. The RBA sets interest rates to manage monetary policy and maintain price stability, with the primary goal of sustaining economic prosperity and welfare. Other tools used by the RBA include quantitative easing and tightening, which can influence the value of the Aussie Dollar.

In conclusion, the RBA’s decision to keep interest rates unchanged at 4.35% for the fifth consecutive meeting highlights the central bank’s cautious approach to inflation and economic stability. The upcoming press conference with Governor Michele Bullock will provide further insights into the RBA’s future policy direction. The Australian Dollar’s reaction to the policy statement and Bullock’s comments will be closely watched by investors and traders, as they could determine the next move for the AUD/USD pair. Overall, the RBA’s decision to maintain interest rates and its cautious stance on inflation reflect the current economic uncertainties facing Australia.

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