澳大利亚中央银行的利率稳定在3.6%,原因是通货膨胀率高、经济紧缩,预计很快不会削减。 Australia's central bank holds rates steady at 3.6%, citing high inflation and tight economy, with no cuts expected soon.

澳大利亚储备银行第三次连续会议将利率维持在3.6%,通货膨胀率为3.8%,其基本通货膨胀率为3.3%,均高于2%至3%的目标。 The Reserve Bank of Australia kept interest rates at 3.6% for a third straight meeting, citing inflation at 3.8% and underlying inflation at 3.3%, both above its 2% to 3% target. 州长Michelle Bullock说,如果通货膨胀持续下去,不可能很快削减利率,2026年可能大幅上升。 Governor Michele Bullock said rate cuts are unlikely soon, with a potential hike in 2026 possible if inflation persists. 经济仍然紧张,强劲的私人需求和能力利用达到18个月的最高水平,而商业信心则降至4月以来的最低点。 The economy remains tight, with strong private demand and capacity utilization at an 18-month high, while business confidence dropped to its lowest since April. 支付能力仍然是一项挑战,抵押贷款偿还率仍然较高。 Affordability remains a challenge, with mortgage repayments still elevated.