EconomyReserve Bank boss backs loan curbsGraeme Wheeler delivered a trenchant defence of the bank's curbs on high loan-to-value ratio home loans yesterday when challenged by National MP Jami-Lee Ross that the regime had been "almost too effective".14 May 05:00 PM
Official Cash RateGradual LVR easing tipped by bankThe Reserve Bank is indicating the removal of restrictions on high loan-to-value home loans may be gradual rather than a now-you-see-it, now-you-don't affair.13 May 11:10 PM
BDBDBanking and financeReserve Bank plans bank stress testingThe Reserve Bank is developing a stress testing framework for the nation's lenders to gauge their health in the event of a downturn.13 May 09:58 PM
BDBDEconomyLending rules hit harder than expectedThe Reserve Bank's restrictions on low deposit mortgage lending took more borrowing out of the system than expected.13 May 09:15 PM
EconomyHouse sales dive 20pcThe number of house sales fell 20 per cent last month, with sales declining across all regions, but prices continue to rise, latest figures show.12 May 03:55 AM
Banking and financeLVR rules may go by the end of the yearThe Reserve Bank's curbs on bank lending to low deposit borrowers could be removed by the end of the year.08 May 10:15 PM
