Australia Cuts Rates for First Time Since 2020 to Combat Slowing Economy

Board Consensus on Rate Decision

3-Year Yield Extends Rise

Bullock Says Disinflation Path Can be Bumpy

Australian Stocks Extend Drop

Bullock Says Decision Does Not Imply Further Cuts

Bullock Says Can’t Declare Victory on Inflation Yet

Aussie Drops Slightly

Top Banks Cut Home Loan Rates

Level of Global Uncertainty ‘Significant’

Sees Underlying Inflation to Cool Faster

Stocks Decline Slightly

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Westpac Cuts Home Loan Rate

3-Year Bond Futures Edge Higher

Board Cautious on Outlook

Cautious on Prospects for Further Easing

Cuts Key Rate

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