Economy grows by 3.3 percent fuels RBA rate rise risk

By David Olsen · 1 September 2010 · Economy

Economy Booms, RBA Rate Hike Looms

The Australian economy has just seen a significant surge in growth, putting pressure on the Reserve Bank to make a crucial decision. Will interest rates rise before the end of the year?

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Summary

The Australian economy grew by 1.2 percent in the June quarter, with growth through the year to June at 3.3 percent in figures released today by the ABS, placing pressure on the RBA to increase interest rates before the end of the year.

Tags: ABS, Australia, Current Accounts, Gdp, Retail Trade, Trade