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  1. The Reserve Bank of Australia is factoring in new consumer spending data when assessing current inflation risks in the country.

Westpac discusses RBA inflation outlook amid rising rates

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Westpac senior economist Justin Smirk discussed the Reserve Bank of Australia's inflation outlook with Sarah Dingle. The September quarterly inflation rates rose more than expected, pushing headline inflation to 4.3 per cent, up from 4 per cent in the 12 months to August. A Reserve Bank of Australia deputy recently warned that the inflation outlook was "materially worse".

From abc.net.au

Why it matters

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The September inflation figure is well outside the Reserve Bank of Australia's target range of two and three per cent. This figure is pivotal in determining whether the Reserve Bank of Australia increases interest rates to 4.85 per cent at its next meeting.

The Reserve Bank of Australia is factoring in new consumer spending data when assessing current inflation risks in the country.

From abc.net.au

Who's involved

  • WestpacProvided commentary on the RBA's inflation outlook.
  • Reserve Bank of AustraliaIs the central bank whose inflation outlook and policy signals influence Westpac's forecasts.
  • RBAIs mentioned in relation to the RBA's official inflation outlook.
  • National Australia BankIs potentially impacted by the RBA's rate decision.

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • WestpacSpeculative

    Inflation data could impact Westpac's risk modeling and rate forecasts.

  • RBASpeculative

    The event might confirm the RBA's official inflation outlook and policy direction.

  • National Australia BankSpeculative

    National Australia Bank might see changes in lending margins and funding costs due to the RBA's rate decision.

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The entities involved

  • Westpac

    Australian bank and financial-services provider

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