Economy · Canberra, Australia · October 27, 2026

Australia inflation rises to 4.3%

Reported by 1 outlet · under-reported · first reported Oct 27, 9:03 PM ET

Australia's inflation rate rose to 4.3%. The Reserve Bank decides next week, and a fifth hike this year is feared.

Why it matters

Higher rates raise mortgage costs.

Background

Fuel costs linked to the Middle East conflict add to prices.

The story so far

1. Oct 27Australia inflation rises to 4.3%
2. Nov 2Australia's central bank expected to raise rates Tuesday
3. Nov 3Reserve Bank of Australia raises rates to 4.85%
4. Nov 4Australia's central bank raises rate to 4.85%

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Sources

• The Guardian ↗Oct 27, 9:03 PM ET
• The Guardian ↗Oct 27, 9:11 PM ET

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