Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent proposes a three-year residency rule for Federal Reserve bank presidents, potentially increasing White House influence over the independent central bank. Read the full analysis.
Australia's inflation rate climbs to 3.8% in October, prompting Treasurer Jim Chalmers to consider additional energy bill subsidies in December's midyear budget.
Treasurer Jim Chalmers warns Australians to expect higher inflation figures as state energy rebates expire. September CPI jumped to 3.2%, with markets forecasting 3.6% rise.
Atlanta Federal Reserve President Raphael Bostic announces retirement, creating a key vacancy as Trump administration pressures the central bank. Read the full analysis.
The Reserve Bank of Australia predicts inflation will rise faster than wages in 2025, threatening living standards and creating a cost-of-living crisis for British households.
The Reserve Bank of Australia maintains its tough stance against inflation, keeping interest rates at 4.35% while households face mounting financial pressure from rising expenses across housing, utilities and essentials.
Exclusive: Jim Chalmers reveals inflation battle far from over as Australians face ongoing cost-of-living pressures. The Treasurer warns of difficult months ahead despite RBA holding rates steady.
As the Reserve Bank governor deploys sporting metaphors, stretched Australian households face mounting financial pressure with no relief in sight for cost of living crisis.
The Reserve Bank of Australia maintains current interest rates at 4.35% for the fifth consecutive meeting as inflation battle continues. Governor Michele Bullock signals cautious approach despite economic pressures.
The Reserve Bank of Australia maintains current interest rates despite unexpected inflation data, signalling cautious optimism amid economic uncertainty. Analysis of what this means for mortgages and the broader economy.
Financial guru Scott Pape delivers scathing assessment of Reserve Bank's interest rate decisions, claiming Australians are paying the price for economic mismanagement in cost of living crisis.
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An American man's quest for an Australian adventure inspired by Steve Irwin turned into a harrowing tale of homelessness, spider attacks, and double imprisonment. Discover how his dream life Down Under became a cautionary story.
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The Federal Reserve maintains current interest rates as inflation concerns persist and economic growth shows signs of slowing, creating global market uncertainty.
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell delivers cautious message on interest rates, emphasising need for sustained inflation control before considering cuts. Market reactions and economic outlook analysed.
The Reserve Bank of Australia has dashed hopes for imminent rate cuts, maintaining current settings amid persistent inflation pressures and economic uncertainty.
Australian inflation cools to 4.2% in October, offering hope to households amid cost-of-living crisis. The Reserve Bank's interest rate pause appears to be working, but economists warn the fight against rising prices continues.
Fresh economic data reveals Australia's inflation rate accelerated to 3.7% in September, dealing a blow to hopes of imminent interest rate relief and putting pressure on household budgets.
Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell pushes back against Donald Trump's demands for interest rate cuts, asserting the central bank's independence amid political pressure and economic uncertainty.
American regional banks face renewed turmoil as NYCB's financial warning triggers sector-wide selloff, raising fears of another banking crisis and Federal Reserve intervention.
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell indicates borrowing costs could be reduced sooner than expected amid cooling inflation and resilient employment figures, reshaping economic forecasts.
Reserve Bank Governor Michele Bullock delivers sobering assessment of government's Help to Buy scheme, warning it could push house prices higher and complicate inflation fight.
A peaceful morning hike turned into a nightmare confrontation when an aggressive kangaroo pursued a walker through Western Australia's Canning Mills Reserve, sparking urgent safety warnings from authorities.
Reserve Bank Governor Michele Bullock challenges critics, arguing Australia's housing affordability crisis stems from chronic undersupply rather than monetary policy decisions.
Exclusive analysis reveals British families are more vulnerable to interest rate shocks than Americans, with the Bank of England warning of significant financial pressure ahead.
Major banking group announces fresh wave of branch closures across England, Scotland and Wales as customers shift to digital banking, leaving communities concerned about access to cash.
Former President Donald Trump's unprecedented pressure campaign on the Federal Reserve draws alarming parallels to Richard Nixon's 1970s interference, raising fears of political independence erosion and economic instability.
The Reserve Bank of Australia appears poised to pause interest rate cuts, signalling confidence in the economy despite contradictory data. Analysis suggests the RBA believes current conditions are stronger than indicators show.
Discover how Australia is actively recruiting British workers with streamlined visa processes and attractive incentives across multiple sectors facing critical shortages.