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The Reserve Bank has kept interest rates on hold at 4.35 per cent, but warns inflation is likely to remain elevated and has left the door open to further rate rises. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Barrenjoey Chief Economist Jo Masters about the RBA’s decision and what it means for households, businesses and the economy. Plus, the Australian sharemarket recovered from early losses to finish flat after the central bank’s announcement. Stuart Roberts from Stocks Down Under breaks down the market reaction, the sectors driving gains and losses, and what he’s telling clients in the current investment environment.


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The Reserve Bank has kept interest rates on hold at 4.35 per cent, but warns inflation is likely to remain elevated and has left the door open to further rate rises. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Barrenjoey Chief Economist Jo Masters about the RBA’s decision and what it means for households, businesses and the economy. Plus, the Australian sharemarket recovered from early losses to finish flat after the central bank’s announcement. Stuart Roberts from Stocks Down Under breaks down the market reaction, the sectors driving gains and losses, and what he’s telling clients in the current investment environment.


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