AU RBA Press Conference
It's the primary method the RBA uses to communicate with investors regarding monetary policy. It covers in detail the factors that affected the most recent interest rate and other policy decisions, such as the overall economic outlook and inflation. Most importantly, it provides clues regarding future monetary policy;
The press conference has 2 parts - first a prepared statement is read, then the conference is open to press questions. The questions often lead to unscripted answers that create heavy market volatility;
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From @LiveSquawk|Jun 16, 2026RBA Gov Bullock: Does Not Rule Out Further Tightening If Needed - Inflation Remains Too High -Flow Of Data Consistent With Our Expectations -Reports Of Peace Deal In Middle East Is Welcome News -Resolution Could Take A Long Time -Oil Prices Remain High -Some Signs Higher Costs… RBA Governor Bullock: Lower inflation requires weaker demand. RBA Governor Bullock: Economy can grow at trend only with stable inflation. RBA’s Bullock: Inflation still carries upside risks; monthly data volatile, more tightening possible.
From @LiveSquawk|May 5, 2026RBA Gov Bullock: Rate Increases Will Help Contain Inflationary Shock - If Second Rounf Effects Feed Through To Expectations, Could Require Even Higher Rates - Cash Rate Is Now A Bit Restrictive, Gives Us Space To See How Conflict Fares According to RBA Governor Bullock, the board feels it is in a position to manage risks in either direction. Just in | RBA Governor Bullock: Rising Oil Prices Intensify Inflation-Growth Dilemma Just in | RBA Governor Bullock warns that costs are expected to rise throughout the year, despite potential swift conflict resolution.
- From @MarketsCapApp|Mar 16, 2026
Just in | RBA Governor Bullock Warns of Increased Inflation Risks RBA Chief Explains Consideration of Postponing Action Until May Timing, Not Direction, Was Key Consideration in RBA Meeting, Bullock Says RBA Governor Bullock Acknowledges Rate Hike Tough on Mortgage Holders RBA Governor Bullock Says Board Watching Middle East Risks, Ready to Adjust if Needed
From cnbc.com|Feb 3, 2026Australia’s central bank raised its policy rate by 25 basis points to 3.85% on Tuesday, marking the Reserve Bank of Australia’s first rate hike since November 2023 as inflation continues to climb. The Reserve Bank of Australia’s move matched expectations from economists polled by Reuters and followed data showing inflation at its highest level in six quarters. The board voted unanimously to lift the cash rate, marking a reversal in direction after delivering three rate cuts in 2025. “Private demand is growing more quickly than ...
From @FirstSquawk|Feb 2, 2026Bullock Says RBA Seeks to Curb Inflation Without Harming Jobs Breaking | Rising Inflation Raises Concerns of Long-Term Economic Impact BULLOCK SAYS RBA DOES NOT PLAN A SPECIFIC RATE TRAJECTORY ... RBA Gov Bullock: Economy Performing Well Despite Supply Limitations
- From @FirstSquawk|Feb 2, 2026
Reserve Bank of Australia’s Bullock Says Inflation Momentum Is High BULLOCK SAYS AUSTRALIA CANNOT LET INFLATION SPIRAL OUT OF CONTROL ... Breaking | Reserve Bank of Australia's Governor Bullock confirms the board will prioritize data-driven decisions and will not issue forward guidance. RBA Governor Bullock signals longer path to target as inflation pulse remains too strong RBA Gov Bullock: No Talks on 50 Basis Point Hike
From @FirstSquawk|Dec 8, 2025RBA Gov. Bullock emphasized that the February board meeting will consider data showing whether inflation is failing to slow. Bullock says the RBA Board wants to convey that risks have shifted to the upside.
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