Global Markets | Australian stocks rebound from 7-week low as RBA minutes hint at near-term rate pause

Australian shares rebounded as the Reserve Bank of Australia's minutes signalled a cautious approach after three interest rate hikes. Policymakers acknowledged current policy is restrictive, leading to expectations of a near-term pause. Financials, industrials, and real estate stocks drove the gains, while miners dipped.

May 19, 2026 - 12:00
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Global Markets | Australian stocks rebound from 7-week low as RBA minutes hint at near-term rate pause
Australian shares rebounded as the Reserve Bank of Australia's minutes signalled a cautious approach after three interest rate hikes. Policymakers acknowledged current policy is restrictive, leading to expectations of a near-term pause. Financials, industrials, and real estate stocks drove the gains, while miners dipped.

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