Inflation
IMF says Australia’s high interest rates are ‘essential’ – and may rise again
The “last mile” in Australia’s inflation battle is proving more drawn-out than expected, the IMF has found, raising the possibility of another rate rise.
- by Millie Muroi
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Jobs
The Reserve Bank is killing it – their job, that is. But can they help us keep ours?
Recent figures point to the Reserve Bank’s success so far. But there probably needs to be a turning point in the bank’s thinking, and soon, if we’re to avoid a big round of lay-offs.
- by Millie Muroi
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Donald Trump
If Trump wins, Australia’s economy tanks
World-leading research into Donald Trump’s key economic policies shows they would cause huge damage to the US – and Australia wouldn’t escape unscathed.
- by Shane Wright
Inflation falls as power subsidies and cheap petrol cut price pressure
A key measure of inflation has fallen to its lowest level in almost three years, with prices falling during winter.
- by Shane Wright and Millie Muroi
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Interest rates
RBA says not to expect rate cuts soon and can’t rule out a recession
The RBA has kept interest rates at 4.35 per cent, saying while inflation will fall, it is unlikely to be “sustainably” low for some time.
- by Shane Wright and Millie Muroi
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Opinion
Thought the pandemic made us miserable? Here’s why we’re more miserable now
“Australians are living through the most protracted period of economic misery since 2011,” says economic think tank CEDA.
- by Elizabeth Knight
Opinion
Supermarkets
Deceptive discounts: Supermarkets going ‘Down Down’ for misleading customers
The ACCC alleges the lower-for-longer price discounts on everyday products from Coles and Woolworths were psychological bait.
- by Elizabeth Knight
Opinion
Interest rates
Why this famous recession predictor might be wrong this time
A closely watched indicator is signalling that the US is on track to avoid a recession. But these are anything but normal times.
- by Stephen Bartholomeusz
Opinion
Political leadership
Waiting for Albo: Is the PM really timid, or just tactical?
Everyone is treading water in this inflationary environment, wanting something, anything, to happen. In such circumstances, Anthony Albanese’s prudence is, well, prudent.
- by Sean Kelly
Opinion
Retail
Frugal response to tax cuts should be music to Reserve Bank’s ears
The lack of a tax-cut-induced spending spree shows consumers have well and truly got the message about tightening their spending.
- by Clancy Yeates
Opinion
Tax cuts
Should you spend or save your stage 3 tax cash?
While all of us have benefited from the recent cuts to the tax rate, confused messaging from the government may have you wondering what to do with it.
- by Victoria Devine
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