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RBA interest rates: Reserve Bank holds cash rate at 4.35% but threatens more hikes if needed

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This story was selected and curated by our editorial team in the Australia news category. Published on August 11, 2026 • Originally reported by Luca Ittimani and Patrick Commins. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.

In a widely expected decision, the Reserve Bank of Australia holds interest rate after three hikes earlier this year

The Reserve Bank of Australia has held the official cash rate at 4.35% but warned higher interest rates are “quite possible” even if house prices keep falling.

Tuesday’s decision to hold was predicted by economists and financial markets, after three rate rises this year hit property values across the capital cities.

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