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RBA Governor Signals Potential Unemployment Targets to Control Inflation

1 report, 1 independent Updated Sep 22
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Reserve Bank of Australia Governor Michele Bullock spoke at a think tank event in Sydney on September 22, 2026. Bullock stated that the central bank might need to allow the unemployment rate to rise as high as 5 per cent to rein in inflation. She warned that the central bank’s focus must be on keeping inflation expectations in check ahead of the upcoming board meeting. Bullock added that the central bank still considered the labour market to be tight.

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The comments outline the potential trade-off between price stability and full employment within the central bank's mandate. The signals relate to the central bank's approach to monetary policy amid inflationary pressures. This discussion occurs ahead of the board meeting where interest rate movements are anticipated.

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  • UBSSpeculative

    The central bank's policy signals could influence market consensus and investment positioning.

  • Commonwealth BankSpeculative

    The policy signals regarding inflation and the labour market could influence the operational environment and lending practices.

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  1. Michele Bullock signaled a desire to lower inflation by adjusting the unemployment target.Sub-event
  2. Michele Bullock participated in a think tank event in Sydney.1 source

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