Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) raises the benchmark rate by 25 basis points to 4.60% on August 11, 2026
Pending
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Published on 18. July 2026
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Predicted for 11. August 2026
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Based on: Historical Cycle
The RBA raised its benchmark rate to 4.35% after three consecutive hikes earlier in 2026 and held unchanged at its July 2026 meeting. The next decision falls on August 11, 2026. Economist surveys (as of July 2026, Finder.com.au): 55% expect at least one more RBA hike in 2026; of those, 62% see August as the most likely timing. However, the July pause may signal the start of a hold cycle — 45% expect another pause. Decisive will be the next Australian CPI report. No direct market price signal available. Own estimate: 45% probability of a hike to 4.60% in August.
Data basis for this prediction
- RBA hält Leitzins Juli 2026 bei 4,35% – nach drei Erhöhungen in 2026 (CommBank, Juli 2026)
- Finder.com.au Economist Survey Juli 2026: 55% erwarten weitere RBA-Erhöhung 2026; 62% davon sehen August
- Nächste RBA-Zinsentscheidung: 11. August 2026
Note: This is an AI-generated statistical forecast for entertainment and information purposes. It does not constitute investment advice or a recommendation to buy or sell any financial instrument.
Verdict: Pending
This prediction is still open. It will be evaluated automatically against real-world sources after its due date.
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