Highlights: The global economy lost some momentum in the March quarter, but fundamentals remain robust. US core inflation measures are rising, which is flowing through to longer-term expectations and pushing yields higher. The threat of a trade war between the US and China continues to be a source of significant uncertainty for markets. Australians will…

Summary of Budget measures Note: These changes are proposals only and may or may not be made law. From 1 July 2018 Low and middle income earners are to benefit from tax savings of up to $530 per person (or $1,060 per couple). The Medicare Levy will remain at 2%. The $20,000 instant asset write-off…

At its meeting today, the Board decided to leave the cash rate unchanged at 1.50 per cent. The global economy has strengthened over the past year. A number of advanced economies are growing at an above-trend rate and unemployment rates are low. The Chinese economy continues to grow solidly, with the authorities paying increased attention to the…