Bullock Speech: RBA Governor speaks on policy outlook after the expected interest rate hike — Live Feedhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/bullock-speech-rba-governor-speaks-on-policy-outlook-after-the-expected-interest-rate-hikeContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. RBA Hikes Rates to 15-Year High of 4.6pchttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/bullock-speech-rba-governor-speaks-on-policy-outlook-after-the-expected-interest-rate-hikehttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/bullock-speech-rba-governor-speaks-on-policy-outlook-after-the-expected-interest-rate-hike#u92444Thu, 01 Oct 2026 09:31:41 +0000The Reserve Bank of Australia raised its official cash rate by 25 basis points to 4.6 per cent, reaching a 15-year high. The move marks the fourth rate increase this year as the central bank fights stubborn and sticky inflation. Economists polled by Reuters had widely expected the 25 basis point adjustment. Reserve Bank of Australia Governor Michele Bullock addressed a press conference following the unanimous decision by the monetary policy board, explaining the rationale behind the policy tightening and outlining the broader economic policy outlook.Why it mattersThe central bank acted as fear