An inflationary mixed bag

The latest CPI numbers showed headline inflation easing thanks in part to falls in fuel prices.But the trimmed  figure - which helps to measure underlying inflation came in hotter than the previous month.So where does this leave the RBA on the question of  'where to next' on interest rates?Meanwhile - there’s been a budget deal with Labor and the Greens. What do you need to know about it? And why are some Australians noticing a spike in their electricity bills?Be sure you're keeping up with the latest breaking business and economics news on the ABC Live Business Blog.  Carrington Clarke and ABC Business Reporter Steph Chalmers break it all down on ABC Business Daily.Got a burning business question?We'd love to hear your questions! If there’s business and economic news that has you stumped or you'd like further insight into, we're here to help. Send a short voice recording to Carrington and the team at [email protected] and we'll attempt to answer it.