AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoInflation and Rates: Australia’s inflation hit 4.3% in September, strengthening expectations the RBA will raise its cash rate to 4.85% in November. The prospect of more mortgage pain is adding to pressure on households and businesses. Housing: Capital-city home prices fell 4.3% in the September quarter, led by Sydney’s 4.9% drop. Analysts warn the downturn could deepen as borrowing costs rise. Energy Security: A report on the Strait of Hormuz crisis warns Australia and the Indo-Pacific are exposed to fuel shocks, while Australia’s $9 billion diesel bill underscores the cost of reliance on imported fuel. Industry and Markets: Pre-construction work has begun on an $850 million WA steel mill, set to produce 450,000 tonnes a year and create about 250 ongoing jobs. Australian futures pointed higher, despite a global tech sell-off after Alphabet’s results revived concerns over AI spending.
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