There were no other major data releases from Australia during the week. ANZ forecasts the RBA is on hold for the rest of this year and through 2017. According to ANZ economy is on firmer footing. Global risks are dissipating, while domestic economy is likely to continue to be a slow grind. ANZ had previously been looking for two further cuts this year."While the strength in business conditions is encouraging, retail sales have softened, housing activity - while still solid - is unlikely to be a significant contributor to growth this year, and the outlook for non-mining investment remains disappointing. Further inroads into the unemployment rate are likely to be hard won."
This week markets will be looking at:
China's Manufacturing PMI (Friday 2:00)
Caixin Manufacturing PMI (Friday 2:45)