💨 Abstract

On May 20, 2025, the Reserve Bank of Australia reduced its benchmark interest rate by 0.25% to 3.85%, marking the second cut this year. This move follows inflation falling within the target range of 2-3%. Annual inflation was 2.4% in the March quarter, with a trimmed mean of 2.9%. Though unemployment slightly increased to 4.1%, economists worry a worker shortage could drive inflation.

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