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Banks, insurers and the rate cycle that shapes them.

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Banking

RBA holds rates steady amid economic uncertainty

Markets moved quickly on the news, with traders reweighting exposure across rate-sensitive and resource-linked sectors.

By Harriet Osei4 min read

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Financials

Bank margins narrow as deposit competition intensifies

Net interest margins compressed again, and management teams flagged a more competitive mortgage book.

By Harriet Osei4 min read

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Interest rates

Rate path diverges between the RBA and the Bank of Canada

Markets now price one more cut in Canada this year and none in Australia before the December meeting.

By Meera Raghavan6 min read

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