Thursday: Fed holds rates, but with a split vote

The Fed holds rates, but three dissenters still wanted a hike. Markets now look to key US inflation data tonight. And Australia’s core inflation is lower than expected, taking an RBA rate hike off the table for its August decision. In our deep-dive interview, ANZ Head of Australian Economics Adam Boyton reminds us that core inflation is still well above the RBA’s target. Before accessing this podcast, please read the disclaimer at https://www.anz.com/institutional/five-in-five-podcast/