Chief economist update: Negative bang for RBA, government's buckBY BENJAMIN ONG | THURSDAY, 10 OCT 2019 11:33AMThe latest Westpac-Melbourne Institute consumer sentiment survey delivers a grim warning to us, Australians all. Instead of lifting confidence, the RBA's relatively aggressive rate cuts appear to have done the opposite. Related News |
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Since becoming chief executive, Blake Briggs has renewed the Financial Services Council's influence, expanded the membership base, and strengthened its policy and advocacy credentials. Karren Vergara writes.






