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Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA)
The central bank of Australia responsible for monetary policy, financial system stability, and currency issuance. The RBA sets the official cash rate, which influences interest rates and economic activity across Australia.
Example
“When the RBA unexpectedly raised the cash rate by 25 basis points, AUD/USD jumped 80 pips in minutes as traders priced in a more hawkish stance than anticipated.”