澳洲联储年内第三次降息 符合市场预期

Group 1 - The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has lowered the benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points to 3.60%, marking the third rate cut this year, with a total reduction of 75 basis points in 2023 [1] - The RBA emphasizes that maintaining price stability and full employment are its primary objectives, noting a decline in underlying inflation to around the midpoint of the 2-3% range and a slight easing in the labor market [1] - A recent survey indicated that 31 out of 34 experts predicted the rate cut, with AMP's Deputy Chief Economist suggesting that the moderate quarterly inflation data warranted the decision [1] Group 2 - The RBA highlighted the lagging effects of recent monetary policy easing and the uncertainty surrounding corporate pricing decisions, alongside global economic uncertainties that could pressure Australia's economic activity and inflation [2] - The decision comes at a delicate moment in global policy shifts, with potential implications for the Australian dollar, investor expectations, and the broader economic environment due to changes in the U.S. Federal Reserve's stance [2]