RBA Governor Bullock testimony key as rate hike odds hit 70-75%
RBA Governor Michele Bullock appears before parliament as markets assign a 70-75% probability to a rate hike at the September meeting.
17/09/2026 21:2116 min read
RBA Governor Michele Bullock appears before parliament as markets assign a 70-75% probability to a rate hike at the September meeting.
Westpac leading index improved to -0.09% in August, still below trend. RBA expected to hold in September but hike later.
RBA Deputy Governor Andrew Hauser said the bank may raise rates again this month, citing three inflation risks; Sarah Hunter echoed the warning.