02/09/2026
Three of Australia’s big four banks are now forecasting at least one more cash rate rise before the end of the year, with NAB raising the possibility of two hikes.
While headline inflation eased to 3.5% in July from 3.8% in June, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, trimmed mean inflation – which the Reserve Bank of Australia watches more closely – remained at 3.6%. Strong household spending is also fuelling concerns that inflationary pressures are persisting.
Further rate increases could place more pressure on household budgets. For example, Canstar estimates a 0.25 percentage point increase in September would add around $91 a month to a mortgage repayment on a $600,000 loan with 25 years remaining. A second rise would add another $92 a month.
With three of the big banks raising the possibility of another rate rise, now may be a good time to review your budget and ensure you can absorb higher repayments. Creating some breathing room could help you manage your debts more comfortably and reduce the risk of missed payments affecting your credit score.
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