02/09/2026
The OCR has risen to 2.75%, a small 0.25% increase. While an increase may put some upward pressure on borrowing costs, it can also reinforce the importance of purchasing quality, high-demand properties with strong rental fundamentals. For investors taking a long-term approach, the focus should remain on the quality of the asset, rental demand, and the overall strength of the investment rather than one individual OCR decision.