2 February 2026: RBA poised to strike

Global markets edged higher last week after a largely neutral Fed meeting, even as volatility picked up across currencies and commodities amid US dollar jitters and rising geopolitical risks.  This week, David breaks down the key signals investors should be watching: including the US payrolls report, increased rhetoric around Iran and whether a hot Australian CPI print will cause the RBA to deliver its first rate hike in two years. Tune in for a concise, expert wrap of the week’s biggest developments in global markets, the Australian economy, interest rates, inflation, equities and geopolitics - and what they mean for investors.