(LIVE) RBA Jun 2026 | Pause, Peak… or More Pain Ahead?

The RBA has left the cash rate unchanged at 4.35%, marking the first pause of 2026 after three consecutive hikes earlier this year. Ben Kingsley and economist Evan Lucas unpack the decision LIVE, including what the RBA's latest commentary tells us, and what borrowers, investors and households should be watching for the rest of 2026. In this episode: 00:40 What’s Changed Since May 03:42 Australia’s "Anaemic” GDP Data 06:42 Annual Inflation 07:31 Inflation Trends and Consumer Behavior 14:59 🔴 RBA Decision: Cash Rate Held at 4.35% 16:43 Monthly Inflation 16:56 Unemployment / Participation Rate 22:36 Consumer Confidence 24:53 Household Spending 27:04 Business Conditions & Confidence 32:04 Building Approvals 32:56 Home Lending 33:57 Property Prices 36:51 Australian Economy Wrap & Key Takeaways 37:26 US Economic Update 48:46 China Economic Update 52:46 Eurozone Economic Update 1:02:36 Final Thoughts This video is general information only and reflects opinion commentary from Ben Kingsley and Evan Lucas. For more information: https://empowerwealth.com.au/disclaimer/ 💡 When was the last time you reviewed your loan? Let our team assess your mortgage and help you explore whether a better deal may be available: https://empowerwealth.com.au/services/mortgage-broking/home-buyers/?utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=rba 📢 Make sure to SUBSCRIBE and hit the 🔔 notification bell so you don’t miss the next time we go live! #RBACashRate #InterestRates #AustralianEconomy