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26 October 2026

Interest rates: Reserve Bank of Australia pays the price for government spending

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Interest rates: Reserve Bank of Australia pays the price for government spending

Government spending remains near historic highs as the RBA raises rates to contain inflation, fuelling concerns that fiscal policy is adding to pressure on households and businesses.

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