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6 Feb 2018
RBA: Australian economy expected to grow around 3% in medium term
Reuters reports the key headlines from the RBA monetary policy statement:
AUD remains within the range it has been over the past two years on a trade-weighted basis.
Rising AUD would result in a slower economy, inflation.
Australian economy expected to grow around 3 pct in the medium term.
Low level of interest rates continuing to support the Australian economy.
The outlook for non-mining investment has improved.
Public infrastructure investment supporting the economy.
Household consumption is a source of uncertainty.
The labour market continues to strengthen.
Unemployment rate expected to decline gradually.
Wage growth to remain low for some time, pick up gradually.
Nationwide house prices little-changed over past six months.