THE Reserve Bank of Australia is expected to leave rates on hold tomorrow, but some economists are tipping a cut by Christmas.

THE Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) is universally tipped to leave interest rates on hold tomorrow as more signs emerge of a slowing economy, but some economists say rates could be cut by Christmas.

THE RBA is universally tipped to leave interest rates on hold tomorrow as more signs emerge of a slowing economy, but some economists say rates could be cut by Christmas.

High heating costs this winter is leading some Connecticut plant growers to reconsider planting Christmas flowers.

Carol Ann Hewson, co-owner of Two Sisters Lunchbox Café, is getting an early start planning for the music and entertainment for the Downtown Waxahachie Victorian Christmas 2008.

THE Reserve Bank of Australia is universally tipped to leave interest rates on hold tomorrow - but many economists now predict rates will be cut by Christmas.

Does anyone think we're going to experience another Wii shortage along with inflated prices and compulsory bundles this Christmas, or has the Wii bubble burst?

Christmas in July, or even August? Maybe not a bad idea this year. Retailers are already talking about price increases of up to 15 percent this year on holiday goods, from staples like tree ornaments and toys to luxury gifts like European handbags and clothing.