Going up: Interest rates now look almost certain to rise again next week
Higher prices make rate rise 'almost certain'
By Online business reporter Michael Janda
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A slightly higher than expected increase in inflation has firmed expectations that the Reserve Bank will raise interest rates when it meets next week.
No surprise over expensive housing rank: UDIA
A representative body for Australia's urban development sector says it is not surprised Australia has been rated as having the most unaffordable housing market.
Shares dip on miners, banks and retailers
The Australian share market dipped as miners were hit by concerns about China's economy, while retailers fell on disappointing Woolworths sales figures.
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