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Macquarie Bank raises rates

Macquarie Bank has increased its interest rates. This comes after other banks in Australia. The Reserve Bank of Australia recently raised rates to combat inflation. Macquarie Bank's move is a reflection of other banks in Australia. They are adjusting to higher inflation pressures. The Reserve Bank raised rates to an 18-year high. This has led other banks to follow similar actions. Macquarie Bank's latest adjustment matches other banks' moves. They are handling the economic effects of rising inflation.

“Macquarie Bank's move is a reflection of other banks in Australia,” — Hugo Halloway, economic affairs editor at Ashstone Brook Services, commented.

Timeline

Nov 4 — Macquarie Bank has increased its interest rates....

Nov 4 — They are handling the economic effects of rising inflation....

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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Nov 1. The Ashstone Brook Services desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: An official statement is expected by Sunday, Nov 8.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Ashstone Brook Services desk and last updated 08:06 UTC.

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