Interest Rates Increase 0.25%

At its meeting today, the Reserve Bank of Australia increased the cash rate by 0.25% to 3.85%.

While inflation has eased significantly from its 2022 peak, it re-accelerated in the second half of 2025, prompting the RBA to act. The decision was widely anticipated by markets and economists, and reflects the bank’s continued focus on keeping inflation within its target range.

Notably, Australia is among the first developed economies to move back to a rate-hiking stance after a period where global central banks had been cutting or holding rates — a reminder that local economic conditions still matter.

For buyers and sellers, this reinforces the importance of pricing, timing and strategy in today’s market. If you’re considering your next move, informed advice has never been more important.