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Consumer spending and optimism on the rise among mortgage holders – report

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Consumer spending and optimism on the rise among mortgage holders – report

Reports say spending among mortgage holders is up – but brokers are skeptical

Australia's low unemployment rate could impact rate cuts

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Australia's low unemployment rate could impact rate cuts

The nation's low unemployment rate serves as another signal of when the next rate cut will arrive

ASX-listed banks enter 2025 with mixed signals

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ASX-listed banks enter 2025 with mixed signals

Analysts assess whether they remain a safe bet or face valuation risks

Debate heats up over February rate cut by RBA

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Debate heats up over February rate cut by RBA

Differing predictions from major banks reveal economic uncertainty

Interest rates expected to fall in 2025 after long pause

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Interest rates expected to fall in 2025 after long pause

Predictions range from February to mid-year

Inflation drop fuels talk of February rate cut

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Inflation drop fuels talk of February rate cut

November figures hint at possible relief for borrowers

Australian dwelling approvals dip in November

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Australian dwelling approvals dip in November

Challenges in Australia's property sector revealed

Westpac-MI index suggests gradual economic uplift into 2025

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Westpac-MI index suggests gradual economic uplift into 2025

Australia's economic outlook: A slow recovery on the horizon

Consumer confidence declines as buying intentions drop post-sales

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Consumer confidence declines as buying intentions drop post-sales

Consumer confidence dips post-Black Friday, according to Roy Morgan and Westpac

Are 40-year mortgages a good option?

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Are 40-year mortgages a good option?

Borrowers have more options than ever as 40-year mortgages move into the mainstream. Here's what brokers need to consider

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