Welcome back to another monthly RBA update and yet another cash rate hike. (No surprises here folks!). Tune in now to find out whether we’ve crept up another 25 basis points bringing the rate to 3.60%, or if the Reserve Bank of Australia has decided to jawbone consumers this month to curb spending. 

Overarching all this is the goliath question… 

If the economy is slowing (tick), unemployment is rising (tick), and wages are contained (tick), then why haven’t we seen interest rates pause!?!  

Listen now to hear Ben dive into this question and unpack Australia’s data from the last month reflecting disconnected sentiment, disinflation and a domestic market still finding its footing.  

Plus, Ben covers the biggest news from around the world including the US’ positive economic data (that’s not actually what the Fed wants), the 64-million-dollar question in Europe and much more!  

 

Here are Ben’s key themes for this month’s economic update: 

• Another month, another RBA cash rate hike (more on that soon)  
• “Are we entering a period of ‘stubborn’ higher inflation, or is it a case of lagging data playing catch up?”  
• There’s no evidence of any wage-price spiral issues (well not yet anyway, and hopefully it stays that way)    

 

Quick tip! If you’re keen to forecast your cashflows through this period, use the handy MoneySTRETCH feature on our free money management platform, Moorr. Click here to sign up or log in. 

 

 

 

And One Final Word…

If you’re worried about your finances or if you have no clarity on your cash flow position, we strongly recommend you to organise your finances now. It’s more important than ever to have a clear view, down to the exact cent, on how much you’re spending each month and how much surplus you’ve got. If you don’t know it, then log into Moorr, your Money SMARTS Platform here, and update the numbers.

Don’t have an account yet? Create your free access below and we’ll also send you an e-copy of the instruction manual which is also our best-seller book, Make Money Simple Again. Just fill in the form below and we’ll email it to you right away.

 

 

DISCLAIMER: This podcast is general information only and is an opinion comment by Ben Kingsley. The information contained in this video is for Australian residents only. The information does not take into account the particular investment objectives or financial situation of any potential viewer. It does not constitute, and should not be relied on as, financial or investment advice or recommendations (expressed or implied) and it should not be used as an invitation to take up any investments or investment services. No investment decision or activity should be undertaken on the basis of this information without first seeking qualified and professional advice.

The Property Couch, its employees or contractors do not represent or guarantee that the information is accurate or free from errors or omissions and therefore provide no warranties or guarantees. The Property Couch disclaims any and all duty of care in relation to the information and liability for any reliance on investment decisions, claiming the use or guidance of this publication or information contained within it.

For more information, please visit: http://thepropertycouch.com.au

 

 

 

 

 

 

Welcome back to a new year and Ben’s first RBA report for 2023! 

After a month’s hiatus, Australia’s economic landscape has changed rapidly. Will the board decide to mirror December’s 0.25 rate rise or is a larger rate hike in order?  

Tune in to find out, plus Ben covers the highs and lows of the domestic market from the ASX’s surprise positive results to falling unemployment and business sentiment.  

Of course, Ben also dives into the biggest news from around the world including the US’ “disinflationary” period, China’s relaxing lockdown laws, and more.  

Here are Ben’s key themes for this month’s economic update: 

• We are now past the peak of last year’s Global Inflation shock (including here is Australia, even though the last data read for December didn’t show that).
• Australia’s Cash Rate tightening cycle is coming to an end, led by the consumer running out of cash

 

P.S. Want to hear our 2023 market predictions? Stayed tuned for this week’s episode (Ep 429) where Bryce and Ben unpack the Risks and Opportunities in our annual Property Market Outlook for 2023.  

Quick tip! If you’re keen to forecast your cashflows through this period, use the handy MoneySTRETCH feature on our free money management platform, Moorr. Click here to sign up or log in. 

 

 

 

And One Final Word…

If you’re worried about your finances or if you have no clarity on your cash flow position, we strongly recommend you to organise your finances now. It’s more important than ever to have a clear view, down to the exact cent, on how much you’re spending each month and how much surplus you’ve got. If you don’t know it, then log in to your Money SMARTS Platform here and update the numbers.

Don’t have an account yet? Create your free access below and we’ll also send you an e-copy of the instruction manual which is also our best-seller book, Make Money Simple Again. Just fill in the form below and we’ll email it to you right away.

 

DISCLAIMER: This podcast is general information only and is an opinion comment by Ben Kingsley. The information contained in this video is for Australian residents only. The information does not take into account the particular investment objectives or financial situation of any potential viewer. It does not constitute, and should not be relied on as, financial or investment advice or recommendations (expressed or implied) and it should not be used as an invitation to take up any investments or investment services. No investment decision or activity should be undertaken on the basis of this information without first seeking qualified and professional advice.

The Property Couch, its employees or contractors do not represent or guarantee that the information is accurate or free from errors or omissions and therefore provide no warranties or guarantees. The Property Couch disclaims any and all duty of care in relation to the information and liability for any reliance on investment decisions, claiming the use or guidance of this publication or information contained within it.

For more information, please visit: http://thepropertycouch.com.au

 

As we start to close out the year that was, the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has just released its last official cash rate for 2022!  

As global economic outlook shifts to a more “positive” note with the US and Australia seeming to have escaped a recession, have we just received another early Christmas present from the RBA?  

Tune in to find out if the cash rate has been paused for the first time in 7 months, plus Ben unpacks these key themes in this month’s economic update: 

• The slowing of interest rate hikes in the US  
• A case for pausing interest rates in Australia moving forward  
• How the property market will finish out 2022 and begin 2023 

Quick tip! If you’re keen to forecast your cashflows through this period, use the handy MoneySTRETCH feature on our free money management platform, Moorr. Click here to sign up or log in. 

 

Free Resources Mentioned:

🔥 The RBA’s Financial Stability Review – October 2022

🔥 Episode 418 | The Hidden Forces Driving Property Values

🔥 Related Episodes:

• Episode 169 | Alan Oster – NAB’s Group Chief Economist – on Interest-Rate Rise, Tax Cut and The Future of Residential Property
• Episode 389 | Interest Rate Rise: What this means for YOU! – Chat with Evan Lucas
• Episode 390 | Will Interest Rates CRASH the Property Market?!
• Episode 404 | What do Inflation, Interest Rates & Broccoli have to do with Property?!

 

And One Final Word…

If you’re worried about your finances or if you have no clarity on your cash flow position, we strongly recommend you to organise your finances now. It’s more important than ever to have a clear view, down to the exact cent, on how much you’re spending each month and how much surplus you’ve got. If you don’t know it, then log in to your Money SMARTS Platform here and update the numbers.

Don’t have an account yet? Create your free access below and we’ll also send you an e-copy of the instruction manual which is also our best-seller book, Make Money Simple Again. Just fill in the form below and we’ll email it to you right away.

 

 

DISCLAIMER: This podcast is general information only and is an opinion comment by Ben Kingsley. The information contained in this video is for Australian residents only. The information does not take into account the particular investment objectives or financial situation of any potential viewer. It does not constitute, and should not be relied on as, financial or investment advice or recommendations (expressed or implied) and it should not be used as an invitation to take up any investments or investment services. No investment decision or activity should be undertaken on the basis of this information without first seeking qualified and professional advice.

The Property Couch, its employees or contractors do not represent or guarantee that the information is accurate or free from errors or omissions and therefore provide no warranties or guarantees. The Property Couch disclaims any and all duty of care in relation to the information and liability for any reliance on investment decisions, claiming the use or guidance of this publication or information contained within it.

For more information, please visit: http://thepropertycouch.com.au

While the race that stops a nation will have the eyes of Australians everywhere today, another decision drawing just as much interest has been released.  

In the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) November release – which happens to coincide with Victoria’s Melbourne Cup Day – Ben breaks down our seventh consecutive rate hike from the data behind this decision to how we, as consumers, can curb interest rates.  

And, of course, it’s not a monthly RBA update unless it’s jam-packed!

We’ll hear Ben explain the headline changes (and two of his biggest disappointments) in Australia’s newly “reprioritised” Federal Budget, the darkening outlook on global growth, and his observations – and future forecasts – for our Property Market. 

Another gigantic episode that sees Australia continue to balance the tightrope between economic growth and inflation. Tune in now!  

Plus Ben unpacks these key themes in this month’s economic update: 

• Global growth outlook continues to sour  
• The RBA is following through on its promise, because we continue to spend too much… 
• Politics is a mug’s game…there is just one problem – they control the economy 

Quick tip! If you’re keen to forecast your cashflows through this period, use the handy MoneySTRETCH feature on our free money management platform, Moorr. Click here to sign up or log in. 

Additional free resources:

🔥 Episode 169 | Alan Oster – NAB’s Group Chief Economist – on Interest-Rate Rise, Tax Cut and The Future of Residential Property

🔥 Episode 389 | Interest Rate Rise: What this means for YOU! – Chat with Evan Lucas

🔥 Episode 390 | Will Interest Rates CRASH the Property Market?!

🔥 Episode 404 | What do Inflation, Interest Rates & Broccoli have to do with Property?!

 

And One Final Word…

If you’re worried about your finances or if you have no clarity on your cash flow position, we strongly recommend you organise your finances now. It’s more important than ever to have a clear view, down to the exact cent, on how much you’re spending each month and how much surplus you’ve got. If you don’t know it, then log in to your MoneySMARTS platform here and update the numbers.

Want to learn more about MoneySMARTS? Claim your free copy of our best-selling book Make Money Simple Again which explains it all in detail!

 

DISCLAIMER: This podcast is general information only and is an opinion comment by Ben Kingsley. The information contained in this video is for Australian residents only. The information does not take into account the particular investment objectives or financial situation of any potential viewer. It does not constitute, and should not be relied on as, financial or investment advice or recommendations (expressed or implied) and it should not be used as an invitation to take up any investments or investment services. No investment decision or activity should be undertaken on the basis of this information without first seeking qualified and professional advice.

The Property Couch, its employees or contractors do not represent or guarantee that the information is accurate or free from errors or omissions and therefore provide no warranties or guarantees. The Property Couch disclaims any and all duty of care in relation to the information and liability for any reliance on investment decisions, claiming the use or guidance of this publication or information contained within it.

Overnight Update: This video was filmed & produced before the UK’s mini-budget was scrapped.

Folks, Ben’s RBA Monthly Update doesn’t get much bigger than this… 

The Reserve Bank of Australia has once again lifted interest rates, property market sentiment is shifting fast, and despite all, Australia’s retail spending remains at record high levels.  

Tune in now to find out if we have finally broken the 50 basis point hike rate trend as we slowly rise above a neutral cash rate.

Meanwhile, on the global scene, the United States’ inflation runs rampant, China battles the impacts of COVID on its economy and global growth has sunk even lower. 

This update points to the looming question: Will Australia be pulled into a global recession? 

(Psst…Stick around to the end of the video to get access to free resources on how to beat the banks at their own lending game!)

 

Tune in to hear Ben unpack all this plus these key themes:  

• What does Governor Lowe mean by “Inflation psychology in the community” and as consumers, what can you do to help stop inflation!! 
• Interest Rates are going up again, but when will the RBA take a pause on the cash rate, and why?  
• The crucial downside risks & upside opportunities to Australian property values in the short term 

 

Quick tip! If you’re keen to forecast your cashflows through this period, use the handy MoneySTRETCH feature on our free money management platform, Moorr. Click here to sign up or log in. 

 

Additional free resources:

🔥 Episode 169 | Alan Oster – NAB’s Group Chief Economist – on Interest-Rate Rise, Tax Cut and The Future of Residential Property

🔥 Episode 389 | Interest Rate Rise: What this means for YOU! – Chat with Evan Lucas

🔥 Episode 390 | Will Interest Rates CRASH the Property Market?!

🔥 Episode 404 | What do Inflation, Interest Rates & Broccoli have to do with Property?!

 

And One Final Word…

If you’re worried about your finances or if you have no clarity on your cash flow position, we strongly recommend you to organise your finances now. It’s more important than ever to have a clear view, down to the exact cent, on how much you’re spending each month and how much surplus you’ve got. If you don’t know it, then log in to your Money SMARTS Platform here and update the numbers.

Don’t have an account yet? Create your free access below and we’ll also send you an e-copy of the instruction manual which is also our best-seller book, Make Money Simple Again. Just fill in the form below and we’ll email it to you right away.

 

 

DISCLAIMER: This podcast is general information only and is an opinion comment by Ben Kingsley. The information contained in this video is for Australian residents only. The information does not take into account the particular investment objectives or financial situation of any potential viewer. It does not constitute, and should not be relied on as, financial or investment advice or recommendations (expressed or implied) and it should not be used as an invitation to take up any investments or investment services. No investment decision or activity should be undertaken on the basis of this information without first seeking qualified and professional advice.

The Property Couch, its employees or contractors do not represent or guarantee that the information is accurate or free from errors or omissions and therefore provide no warranties or guarantees. The Property Couch disclaims any and all duty of care in relation to the information and liability for any reliance on investment decisions, claiming the use or guidance of this publication or information contained within it.

For more information, please visit: http://thepropertycouch.com.au