<p>The latest CPI numbers showed headline inflation easing thanks in part to falls in fuel prices.</p><p>But the trimmed  figure - which helps to measure underlying inflation came in hotter than the previous month.</p><p>So where does this leave the RBA on the question of  'where to next' on interest rates?</p><p>Meanwhile - there’s been a budget deal with Labor and the Greens. What do you need to know about it? </p><p>And why are some Australians noticing a spike in their electricity bills?</p><p>Be sure you're keeping up with the latest breaking business and economics news on the <a href="https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-06-24/asx-markets-business-live-news/106834708?utm_campaign=abc_news_web&amp;utm_content=link&amp;utm_medium=content_shared&amp;utm_source=abc_news_web">ABC Live Business Blog</a>.  </p><p>Carrington Clarke and ABC Business Reporter Steph Chalmers break it all down on ABC Business Daily.</p><p>Got a burning business question?</p><p>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 <a href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a> and we'll attempt to answer it.</p>