10/08/2021
The Reserve Bank last week confirmed the official cash rate will remain at 0.10% for the foreseeable future.
News of positive inflation week prior is seen as a blip due to the economic impacts of the sustained NSW lockdown.
The expectation was that the RBA would increase its government bond buying program, however it surprised the market by advising it will stick to previously announced reduction plans.
The purchase of government bonds, or quantitative easing as it is known, helps stimulate the economy by increasing the supply of money, keeping interest rates low and putting downward pressure on the Australian dollar which assists exporters.
Rates are at a record low and lenders continue to offer very competitive rates. We can answer your questions and look at your circumstances to make sure you’re prepared for what could be coming next. This could mean refinancing or approaching your lender for a better rate. Because we do this type of work every day, we have a pretty good idea what lenders can do to win or keep your business.
