RBA Set for First Rate Pause of 2026 as Bets on Further Hike Ebb (opens original article in a new tab)

Australia's RBA is expected to pause rate hikes in 2026 as economic data shows weakening growth and easing inflation pressures, with markets adjusting expectations away from further tightening.

• RBA set to keep key interest rate unchanged for the first time in 2026
• Money markets reduce bets on further rate hikes as economy shows signs of softening
• Economists expect RBA to hold cash rate at 4.35% after three consecutive hikes