Housing construction lags broader economy by 49%: PCBY KARREN VERGARA | MONDAY, 17 FEB 2025 12:29PM The housing construction sector is lagging Australia's productivity levels by 49% and is helping fuel the affordable housing crisis, a new report from the Productivity Commission reveals. Related News |
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Jelena Stevanovic
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As the new chief executive of Platypus Asset Management, Jelena Stevanovic hopes to continue the fund manager's long tradition of outperformance with patience and by fostering meaningful relationships with clients and staff. Karren Vergara writes.
