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... is the average three-year fixed rate mortgage. But fixed rates are starting to rise as lenders anticipate the cash rate will have to rise from its historic low of 2.5 per cent.
10.3 per cent
... was the annual increase in Chinese industrial production in October, beating the expectation of 10 per cent and a good sign for commodity prices.
84.3 years
... is the life expectancy of a girl born today which, with the 79.9 years for a boy, is the highest life expectancy estimate ever recorded in Australia. For those who've already reached 65, men can expect to live 19 years more and woman a further 22 years.
204,000
... was the increase in US payrolls in October which, along with upward revisions of the previous few months shows the US recovery is picking up pace.
36 per cent
... is how much the banks have contributed to all dividends paid in the 2012-2013 financial year, up from 24 per cent five years ago.
Frequently Asked Questions about this Article…
The current average three-year fixed rate mortgage is 5.09%, but it's important to note that fixed rates are starting to rise as lenders anticipate an increase in the cash rate from its historic low of 2.5%.
Chinese industrial production saw an annual increase of 10.3% in October, surpassing the expected 10%. This growth is a positive indicator for commodity prices.
The life expectancy for a girl born today in Australia is 84.3 years, while for a boy, it is 79.9 years. These are the highest life expectancy estimates ever recorded in the country.
Australians who have reached the age of 65 can expect to live an additional 19 years for men and 22 years for women.
In October, US payrolls increased by 204,000, indicating that the US economic recovery is gaining momentum, especially with upward revisions of the previous months.
Banks have contributed 36% to all dividends paid in the 2012-2013 financial year, which is a significant increase from 24% five years ago.
Fixed mortgage rates are expected to rise because lenders anticipate that the cash rate will increase from its historic low of 2.5%.
The increase in US payrolls, along with upward revisions of previous months, suggests that the US economic recovery is picking up pace.
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