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‘Not like Wall Street’: Younger managers navigate first hiking cycle

After years of low rates, three younger fixed income specialists have shared how they navigated “one of the toughest environments for investment decision-making” in the f...

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RBA hands down rate decision

The central bank has announced its second interest rate decision since a major revamp....

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Recession fears abate as optimism rises

Global fund managers are no longer predicting a recession for the first time in almost two years, according to Bank of America, with bullish sentiment continuing to rise....

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RBA makes first rate decision under new format

The central bank has announced its first interest rate decision of the year since a major revamp....

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Fund managers most bullish on rates in 23 years

Global fund managers are starting the year with an optimistic mindset and “have never been as bullish” on the prospect for short-term interest rates, according to Bank of...

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How high could interest rates peak?

It is too early to think about rate cuts in Australia, according to Schroders, and even if they are paused for the time being, they could rise further over the next few y...

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RBA’s Bullock makes final 2023 rate call

RBA governor Michele Bullock has made her final monetary policy decision for the year and shared her outlook ahead. ...

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‘Higher for longer’ prompts flight to fixed income by advisers

The interest rate environment of ‘higher for longer’ is prompting financial advisers to increase their weightings to fixed income and cash....

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RBA’s Bullock makes race day rate call

RBA governor Michele Bullock has made her second monetary policy decision for the monthly cash rate on Melbourne Cup Day, while Treasurer Jim Chalmers offers an update on...

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RBA holds rates steady but tightening bias lingers

Michele Bullock’s first rate call of a hold has been in line with market expectations, though the central bank and economists are hesitant to rule out a further hike whil...

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RBA's Bullock makes first rate decision

In her first meeting as RBA governor, Michele Bullock has made the monetary policy decision on the monthly cash rate....

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End of a 40-year era for RBA’s Lowe

RBA governor Philip Lowe will mark his last day at the central bank today after more than 40 years as he hands over the reins to Michele Bullock....