Interest rate cuts don't work like they used to, and they help us put off the hard things we need to do to improve our lives.
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The Reserve Bank has adjusted rates in previous election campaigns, but it needs to have a very, very, good reason.
While the RBA might not be able to influence the current cash rate, it can still influence longer-term rates by offering guidance about its future policy decisions.
Statements from the RBA show it's little wonder markets are not predicting a rate increase this year.
The data shows a tricky balancing act for policy makers. Interest rates will need to rise but too quickly could squash the recovery.
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