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Westpac CEO Peter King said rate rises were a “very blunt tool.”

‘Very blunt tool’: Westpac boss says rate rises hit some Australians harder

As the RBA is expected to raise rates yet again on Tuesday, Westpac chief executive Peter King has a stark warning. Meanwhile, the bank’s top economist suggests the next budget should include handouts for struggling households.

  • Clancy Yeates

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Westpac chief economist Bill Evans

Go below zero: RBA urged to take rates negative for economic boost

One of the nation's most senior economists, Westpac's Bill Evans, says the RBA should consider taking interest rates below zero to boost the economy.

  • Shane Wright

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