Upcoming inflation data to show calm before the storm

Upcoming inflation data to show calm before the storm

February consumer price data to be released on Wednesday will shape the Reserve Bank's thinking on interest rates ahead of a crucial meeting in May.

Australian National Review - Upcoming Inflation Data to Show Calm Before the Storm

A driver fills up tanks at pumps in a BP gas station on Silverwater Road in Sydney, Australia, on March 10, 2026. George Chan/Getty Images A category five inflation storm is bearing down on Australian consumers. As war in the Middle East continues to roil global energy markets, the impact is already being felt domestically. We had a problem loading this article. Please enable javascript or use a different browser. If the issue persists, please …