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Westpac defends out-of-cycle rate rise amid concern others may follow

Westpac Bank signage in Sydne

Westpac to raise rate in mid September, AAP Source: AAP

Westpac has defended its decision to raise interest rates, out of cycle with the Reserve Bank of Australia. The move has sparked fears the rest of the big four banks could do the same. And some Westpac customers are reconsidering their options. This feature reveals more details.



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