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Chalmers defends budget deficits in MYEFO

ELIZA BAVIN  |  WEDNESDAY, 18 DEC 2024
... fiscal outlook (PEFO). "We are on track for a soft landing, and you can see that in any of the economic indicators. The economy is growing, inflation is moderating, real wages and real incomes are growing, unemployment is low - one million jobs have ...

RBA to meet for final 2024 rate decision

ELIZA BAVIN  |  TUESDAY, 10 DEC 2024
... yet had the same impact on high risk and vulnerable groups - those with more debt. In addition, the data showed that the economy is still weak in places. "Economic stresses are still evident, especially amongst 30-something mortgage holders," Hasseldine ...

World on the brink: Frontier Advisors

ANDREW MCKEAN  |  FRIDAY, 6 DEC 2024
... energy investment and stop payments to the UN Green Climate Fund," it said. The report said a slow decarbonisation of the economy increases the likelihood of a disorderly transition, raising costs, negatively impacting growth and increasing volatility. ...

GDP grows but still slow: 'Confirms our worst fears'

ELIZA BAVIN  |  WEDNESDAY, 4 DEC 2024
... but our hopes are slim on the bank's firm hawkish leanings. Keeping policy restrictive till 'mid-2025' will not let the economy escape this deep downturn." IG market analyst Tony Sycamore said the soft GDP read reflects the RBA's restrictive policy settings. ...

Intergenerational wealth picture 'bleak': Grattan

ELIZA BAVIN  |  TUESDAY, 19 NOV 2024
... wealth, the intergenerational picture is pretty bleak," she said. "From the perspective of ensuring that the benefits of the economy are broadly shared across the population, this wealth disparity is especially troubling." Grattan's analysis has shown ...

US election to add to inflation woes: Experts

ELIZA BAVIN  |  TUESDAY, 5 NOV 2024
... under each party. "While different parties may prioritise various economic policies, the overall growth trajectory of the economy is shaped by long-term trends and structural factors that transcend political cycles," it said. "Therefore, attributing ...

ACCC urges parliament to pass new merger laws

ELIZA BAVIN  |  MONDAY, 4 NOV 2024
... of the current environment where increasing market concentration and growing cost of living pressures are impacting the economy and consumers," Cass-Gottlieb said. "We have now reached a significant milestone in the merger reform journey following the ...

Inflation falls within RBA's target range

ELIZA BAVIN  |  WEDNESDAY, 30 OCT 2024
... indicators and should ideally help the RBA make a dovish pivot," Bhimavarapu said. "Delaying such a pivot might get the economy socked with prolonged below par growth rate."

CommSec names new chief economist

ELIZA BAVIN  |  MONDAY, 28 OCT 2024
... deep knowledge of the financial markets, and a dedication to educating Australians on the importance of understanding the economy. "Craig's legacy goes beyond his economic forecasts - he's been a trusted voice during times of uncertainty. His clear ...

Making a splash: The economic impact of AUKUS

KARREN VERGARA  |  WEDNESDAY, 23 OCT 2024
... controversial $370 billion pact between the US, Australia, and the UK, or 'AUKUS', is being sold as a boon for the economy and nation-building exercise that will amplify defence capabilities and strengthen regional security. But is it all it's ...