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In this Macro Insights Podcast, Ken Raiss and I examine the big picture and share our perspective on how this may impact our housing markets in Australia, as well as what, if anything, you should do as a property investor.   We discuss what's ahead for interest rates, and clues in the news about economic indicators and consumer behaviour.   We examine the dynamics of supply and demand, the influence of household wealth, and the importance of demographics in property investment.   As somebody interested in property, there will be lots in the show for you.     Takeaways  ·         The Reserve Bank's cautious approach to interest rates reflects current economic uncertainties. ·         Investors who prepare and act strategically can benefit from market fluctuations. ·         High auction clearance rates indicate a strong demand for properties in major cities. ·         The mortgage cliff did not result in widespread defaults as anticipated. ·         Household wealth has increased, but many Australians do not feel its effects. ·         Property values tend to grow faster than inflation over the long term. ·         Demographics play a crucial role in property market dynamics and wealth transfer. ·         Holistic wealth management is essential for effective property investment strategies. ·         Self-managed super funds offer opportunities for leveraging property investments. ·         The conversation marks the beginning of a series of insights into property and economic trends.   Chapters  01:36 Interest Rate Surprises and Economic Caution 04:12 Market Reactions and Property Trends 06:46 Mortgage Defaults and Consumer Behaviour 09:22 Global Influences on the Australian Economy 12:00 Household Wealth and Property Values 14:37 Superannuation Performance and Property Investment 17:12 Demographics and Wealth Transfer   Links and Resources:   Answer this week's trivia question here- www.PropertyTrivia.com.au ·         Win a hard copy of How to Grow a Multi-Million Dollar Property Portfolio – in your spare time. ·         Everyone wins a copy of a fully updated property report – What's ahead for property for 2025 and beyond.   Michael Yardney   Get the team at Metropole Wealth Advisory create a Strategic Wealth plan for your needs Click here and have a chat with us   Ken Raiss, Director of Metropole Wealth Advisory   Get a bundle of eBooks and Reports at www.PodcastBonus.com.au   Also, please subscribe to my other podcast, Demographics Decoded with Simon Kuestenmacher – just look for Demographics Decoded wherever you are listening to this podcast and subscribe so each week we can unveil the trends shaping your future. Or click here: https://demographicsdecoded.com.au/

Australia is heading for its biggest wealth shift in history - and it's already begun. With over 140,000 Aussies retiring every year, we dive into how the "silver tsunami" of Baby Boomers is set to transform our economy, workforce, and financial planning industries. From aged care and superannuation to legacy planning and retirement housing models, we unpack the opportunities and challenges for both retirees and the generations following them.On this episode, we discuss:(00:00) Intro(00:19) Why Retiring Boomers Could Break the Economy(04:14) Big Economic Impacts: Healthcare, Aged Care & Labor Force(06:20) Baby Boomers Fueling Demand for Financial Planning(07:22) Why Some Retirees Blow Their Wealth(08:41) The Trillion-Dollar Super Shift(09:38) Why Boomers Don't Like Spending Their Money(10:48) Legacy Planning: Helping Your Kids While You're Alive(14:27) What's a Land Lease Retirement Community?(16:55) Should You Buy or Rent in Retirement?(21:16) Should You Talk to Your Parents About Retirement?(22:50) Understanding How Super Re-Contribution Works(25:16) Business Owner Retirements & CGT PlanningCheck out the free resources from Inovayt here.Send us an email: hello@thenumbersgamepodcast.com.auThe Numbers Game is brought to you by Future Advisory & Inovayt.Hosts:Nick ReillyJason RobinsonMartin VidakovicThis podcast is produced by VIDPOD.

Treasurer Jim Chalmers tells Guardian Australia chief political correspondent Tom McIlroy one of his key measures of success in the future is making Australia's budget more sustainable. They discuss the challenge of meeting housing targets, how the morning news affects his plans and what he hopes can come out of his meeting with the G20 finance ministers this week

Barrie Cassidy and Tony Barrie unpack the plan handed to the federal government this week to combat antisemitism. They also look at Trump's threat to place tariffs on pharmaceuticals, the RBA's surprise interest rate decision and the impact of federal election cycles on state leadership

Show host Gene Tunny and colleague John Humphreys dissect Australia's latest controversial Reserve Bank interest rate decision, debating inflation targeting and central bank independence. They challenge conventional economic thinking, particularly around the NAIRU—the Non-Accelerating Inflation Rate of Unemployment (NAIRU). The episode also tackles the implications of declining fertility rates globally, the controversial Tobin tax on financial transactions, and critiques current climate policies through an economic lens.Please email Gene your thoughts on this episode via contact@economicsexplored.com.TimestampsReserve Bank of Australia's Interest Rate Decision and Inflation Targeting (0:00)Debate on RBA Independence and Inflation Targeting (8:12)Challenges Facing the Australian Economy (23:00)Libertarian Perspectives on Currency and Population Decline (35:33)Economic Implications of Declining Fertility (36:31)Tobin Tax and Its Economic Rationale, Pros and Cons (50:12)Conclusion and Future Topics (56:48)TakeawaysRBA Decision Controversy: The RBA's recent decision on interest rates highlights the complexity and uncertainty around inflation management.NAIRU Concept Critique: The Non-Accelerating Inflation Rate of Unemployment is flawed and may misguide policy, according to John Humphreys.Demographic Concerns: Declining fertility and aging populations could be the defining issue of the 21st century.Economic Impacts of Climate Policy: Current climate change actions often lack transparent cost-benefit analyses, raising economic risks.Risks of Tobin Taxes: Tobin taxes seem feasible at low levels but risk inefficiency, evasion, and global governance issues.Links relevant to the conversationFull ATA livestream “ATA Live #20: Tobin tax & interest rates”:https://www.youtube.com/live/34WBRZNbwwc?si=TPU14g7SffIXuWMPAustralian Taxpayers' Alliance:https://www.taxpayers.org.au/Zoom catch up with show host Gene TunnyJoin Gene and other listeners for a catch-up on Zoom on Thursday, 31 July at: 21.30 to 22.30 AEST/GMT+10 (Australian East Coast time)12.30 to 13.30 BST/GMT+1 (British Summer time)07.30 to 08.30 EDT/GMT-4 (US East Coast time)The link to the Zoom room is:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/9471595560RSVP by 20.00 GMT+10 on 31 July to contact@economicsexplored.comLumo Coffee promotion10% of Lumo Coffee's Seriously Healthy Organic Coffee.Website: https://www.lumocoffee.com/10EXPLOREDPromo code: 10EXPLORED 

The Rise of Regional NSW: 600,000 New Reasons to Watch These Towns In this episode of Talk Property To Me, Brad East and Aaron Downie explore the explosive population growth projected for Regional New South Wales—and what it means for property investors in 2025 and beyond. With 600,000 new residents expected to move into these areas by 2041, this episode uncovers the suburbs to watch, the infrastructure that's (not) keeping up, and the investment opportunities you shouldn't miss.  

The S&P/ASX 200 has recorded its biggest fall in 9 weeks, closing down 52 points to 8538 after being rocked by more potential tariffs from the Trump administration.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of the Cyber Uncut podcast, David Hollingworth and Daniel Croft are joined by Australian Aviation's Jake Nelson to talk about the Qantas data breach before our usual suspects talk up the latest AI news, followed by some alarming local hacks. AI is the topic for Hollingworth and Croft as the pair start with a chat about News Corp's new drive to integrate AI into journalists' workflows and the media giant's decision to train AI on the content produced by its writers. Plus, US Senator Bernie Sanders has a fantastic idea about what to do with all the time saved by AI – give it back to the workers! The pair then discuss a pair of successful investigations that have led to the hackers being arrested – one in France that appears to have put the final nail into BreachForums' coffin as both ShinyHunters and IntelBroker are now behind bars, and another here in Australia, as the infamous Western Sydney University hacker was revealed to be an ex-student. Now arrested herself, she started out looking to cheat the university's parking fees, but quickly went straight to the dark side. Hollingworth and Croft finish up with some updates on the Australian government's social media age assurance trials and whether or not YouTube should be part of the ban, and return to an old friend, War Thunder, as another angry gamer has posted restricted material to prove a point. Enjoy the podcast, The Cyber Uncut team

In this episode of the Cyber Uncut podcast, David Hollingworth and Daniel Croft are joined by Australian Aviation's Jake Nelson to talk about the Qantas data breach before our usual suspects talk up the latest AI news, followed by some alarming local hacks. AI is the topic for Hollingworth and Croft as the pair start with a chat about News Corp's new drive to integrate AI into journalists' workflows and the media giant's decision to train AI on the content produced by its writers. Plus, US Senator Bernie Sanders has a fantastic idea about what to do with all the time saved by AI – give it back to the workers! The pair then discuss a pair of successful investigations that have led to the hackers being arrested – one in France that appears to have put the final nail into BreachForums' coffin as both ShinyHunters and IntelBroker are now behind bars, and another here in Australia, as the infamous Western Sydney University hacker was revealed to be an ex-student. Now arrested herself, she started out looking to cheat the university's parking fees, but quickly went straight to the dark side. Hollingworth and Croft finish up with some updates on the Australian government's social media age assurance trials and whether or not YouTube should be part of the ban, and return to an old friend, War Thunder, as another angry gamer has posted restricted material to prove a point. Enjoy the podcast, The Cyber Uncut team

Australia's 2026 Property FORECAST: Where Prices Will BOOM (and Drop) In this episode of Talk Property To Me, hosts Brad East and Aaron Downie break down Australia's 2026 property market forecast. Find out which capital cities are predicted to boom, which may slow down, and what this means for investors, first home buyers, and upgraders. Stay tuned to learn the latest data and expert insights you need to make smart property decisions in 2026.  

What’s ahead for the Perth property market?… Will the market crash, and what challenges does housing and the construction industry face? Today, Tim Reardon, HIA Chief Economist, explains how global economic shifts, energy prices, and population growth are shaping Perth’s property market. He also discusses how government policies and foreign investment are impacting housing, with Perth set for a new growth phase. We explore how events like the war in Ukraine and energy market changes are influencing Australia's economy. Tim highlights Perth’s stability and predicts growth in house prices driven by rising demand from migration and job creation. Tim also addresses challenges in the construction industry and strategies to meet housing demand. Ready to dive deeper? Let’s go inside! Resource Links: Get your Strategic Portfolio Plan and our help with Buying Your Next Perth Property (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/invest-in-perth-property/) Get email updates about suburb intelligence reports and exclusive invites to our webinars, events, and workshops. Join (investorsedge.com.au/join) Join the Perth Property Investment Facebook Group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/perthpropertyinvestors) Join Jarrad Mahon’s Property Investor Update (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/join) For more info on our award-winning and highly rated Property Management services that give you guaranteed peace of mind (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/perth-property-management-specialists/) For more info on how our Property Sales services can ensure you get the best selling price while handling all the stress for you (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/selling-your-perth-property/) Episode Highlights: Intro [00:00] Australian Economy and Geopolitical Dynamics [00:19] Perth Housing Market Insights [00:27] China's Economic Growth and Manufacturing Dynamics [04:57] Impact of Geopolitical Dynamics on Energy Markets [06:02] Western Australia's Economic and Housing Market Outlook [08:04] Population Growth and Migration Trends [11:18] Impact of State and Federal Government Policies [14:57] Foreign Investment and Institutional Lending [20:27] Interest Rates and Property Market Dynamics [32:00] Labor Shortages and Building Costs [45:00] Thank you for tuning in! If you liked this episode, please don’t forget to subscribe, tune in, and share this podcast. About the Guest: The Chief Economist at the Housing Industry Association (HIA), Australia's peak national industry body representing the construction and development sector. He joined HIA in 2004 initially as Executive Director of Government Relations and later served as Executive Director of Tasmania before returning as Chief Economist in 2017. With a Bachelor's degree in Economics and a Master's in Public Policy from The Australian National University, Reardon brings extensive experience in economic analysis and industry policy. His role involves providing up-to-date national and state-level insights on the Australian building and construction sectors, particularly new builds and renovations, making his economic data highly valuable for business planning within the industry Connect with Tim: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-reardon-0492841a6/ X: https://x.com/TimReardon2 Connect with Perth Property Insider: Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@InvestorsedgeAu Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/investorsedge See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Albanese government wants to increase the tax on super balances above $3m. The treasurer, Jim Chalmers, says it is a modest change but there have been countless articles and columns warning of the economic havoc it could wreak and the impact this would have on the retirement savings of young Australians. Nour Haydar speaks to the national news editor, Josephine Tovey, and the head of newsroom, Mike Ticher, about what will happen if Labor pushes forward with the reform

Alarming new national accounts data shows gross domestic product or G-D-P rose just point-two of one per cent in the March quarter. 

Alarming new national accounts data shows gross domestic product or G-D-P rose just point-two of one per cent in the March quarter. 

Alarming new national accounts data shows gross domestic product or G-D-P rose just point-two of one per cent in the March quarter. 

Welcome to the 9News podcast. A snapshot of the latest stories from the9News team including: ** Australian economy stalls ** Cracking down on AI abuse ** And petrol customers mistakenly charged thousands of dollars The biggest news stories in less than 10 minutes delivered three times a day,with reports from the 9News team across Australia and overseas. Subscribenow to make it part of your daily news diet.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Albanese government wants to reduce the tax breaks for those with more than $3m in superannuation. And while sections of the media are highly critical of the changes, others say the proposal does little to address intergenerational inequality in the tax system. Columnist Greg Jericho speaks to Reged Ahmad about why the media debate over a smaller tax break for Australia's wealthiest 0.5% is divorced from reality You can support the Guardian at theguardian.com/fullstorysupport

Welcome to this week's episode of the Money and Investing Show with Andrew Baxter and co-host Mitch. We're looking at the Australian economy's potential path, weighing up a recession against a soft landing. In this episode, we discuss the impact of recent election results, economic policies, and international trade on Australia's financial outlook. We cover topics like unemployment, wage growth, GDP, and consumer confidence, and how these factors shape our economic stability. We also look at Australia's energy policy, the housing market, and the global trends influencing our future. Can Australia tackle these challenges and secure a steady economy? Listen now to gain a clear view of what's ahead. Subscribe to our Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfmaldKMEUc5qXeIQ7zEBeA?sub_confirmation=1   FREE Online Training with Andrew Baxter: https://bit.ly/cod-online   Subscribe to Money and Investing Podcast: http://www.moneyandinvesting.com.au/   The Wealth Playbook: Your Ultimate Guide to Financial Security: https://www.wealthplaybook.com.au/  The Wealth Playbook on Audible: https://www.audible.com.au/pd/The-Wealth-Playbook-Audiobook/B0CXYYWZTB?qid=1711282387  

Over a few hours on Saturday night, Australia saw the ALP achieve a historic victory as the Coalition sank to a comprehensive defeat. Lenore Taylor and Mike Ticher join Reged Ahmad to dissect what this means

Tim Buckley joins the Spark Club regular podcast in the lead up to the Australian Federal Election on the 3rd May 2025.  Highlights China 1QCY2025 electricity statistics. Battery Energy Storage BESS announcements continue at a rapid speed and scale, with proposals advancing across Australia almost daily. China's response to the US trade war Lowlights Rolled into the Main Story this week.  Main Story New Climate Energy Finance report: “COALITION'S NUCLEAR FOLLY WOULD COST AUSTRALIAN ECONOMY AT LEAST $4.3 TRILLION BY 2050” What's coming up? The Australian Federal election on the 3rd of May, will Labor win? 

I caught up with Assoc Prof Andy Schmulow, the NSW Senate Candidate for The Australian Citizens Party, as we did a deep dive into the structural issues which are killing the Australian Economy, and its society; and what can be done about them. The conversation touched on the rigged system which has caused the cost … Continue reading "Meet A Man With A Mission To Save Australia!"

Instead of the traditional Easter Egg, the Dismal Science pod has a quick take on the implications of 'Liberation Day' and its aftermath in its Easter basket. It's tariff free! (Note, contents may include some discussion of trade policy tools.) For more economic insights from the AICD's Chief Economist Mark Thirlwell, including his weekly economic update, head to: https://www.aicd.com.au/news-media/economic-weekly.html.

Australia stands as an exemplary success story—prosperous, secure, and filled with opportunities. However, a closer examination reveals a fragile framework dependent on unsustainable sectors, skyrocketing housing prices, and increasing inequality across generations. In this video, we delve into the true narrative of Australia's economic success, the precarious dependencies it maintains, and why tackling these issues could prove quite challenging. Is Australia genuinely thriving, or simply skilled at masking its shortcomings? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Find your Spy Superpower: https://yt.everydayspy.com/4lr1RvK Aussie entrepreneurs aren't that different from American entrepreneurs, only they have to work with a weaker currency and a softer workforce. That makes their business leaders and success stories all the more impressive! Here was my experience with Aussie market movers and business owners after a trip down under.

Are you better off than you were three years ago? It's a question you'll hear more and more during this cost-of-living election, as Labor and the Coalition try to convince voters they have a plan that will help where Australians are hurting the most.Reged Ahmad talks to economics editor Patrick Commins about why we need bolder reform to make the next decade better than the last

The federal election campaign was barely a week old when Donald Trump rearranged the world trading order. And in Australia, the leaders covered a lot of ground. But in a campaign lacking inspiration, where is the promise of hope? Tony Barry and Barrie Cassidy examine the impact of new tariffs on Australia just four weeks out from the election. They also debate Dutton's plan to cut public sector workers, and wonder: is it too much to ask for some big ideas? Election 2025 live updates: Australia federal election campaign Polls tracker; election guide; full federal election coverage Anywhere but Canberra; interactive electorates guide Listen to the first episode of our new narrative podcast series: Gina Get our afternoon election email, free app or daily news podcast

Ian Verrender, ABC's Business and Finance Editor, joined Philip Clark on Nightlife to discuss the latest economic, business and finance news.

There were few surprises in tonight's budget, but with an election around the corner the treasurer will be hoping one message gets through to voters - tax cuts. Editor-in-chief Lenore Taylor and political reporter Josh Butler take us through how this budget will make you better off – and whether it will hurt or hinder Labor's chances at the polls

A leading Australian economist says more focus needs to be put on productivity to pull Australia out of a deficit. The federal Budget announced yesterday included tax cuts and cost of living relief for households. HSBC Chief Economist Paul Bloxham told Mike Hosking with big spending measures announced in the lead up to the election, deficits to the tens of billions are forecast for years to come. He says the best way to change that is to boost Australia's slumped productivity, which is at the same level as it was in 2016. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's still a long road to go before a federal election, and it's already been pretty bumpy. Not only has the prime minister delayed firing the starting gun because of ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred – we now have the prospects of a budget, in amongst a fresh stoush between Donald Trump and former prime minister Malcolm Turnbull. Political reporter Dan Jervis-Bardy tells Reged Ahmad what this latest argument between the US President and our former prime minister means for trade – and the delayed election

Has the interest rate cut made any difference to how people intend to vote at the upcoming federal election? Guardian Australia's political reporter Dan Jervis-Bardy and Essential Media's executive director Peter Lewis discuss how voters are responding to major political parties' campaign rhetoric on key issues affecting their lives

On Tuesday the governor of the Reserve Bank of Australia will announce the board's first – and highly anticipated – decision on interest rates for the year. Chief economist at the Australia Institute and Guardian columnist Greg Jericho tells Nour Haydar why he thinks a failure to cut rates would be misguided You can support the Guardian at theguardian.com/fullstorysupport

A must read for a reality check is the ABC, as in the Australian Broadcasting Corporation, and their exploration of the New Zealand vs Australian economy. Normally the ABC, like a lot of public broadcasters, tease you with a headline and end up concluding nothing so they can claim to be balanced. Not so in this case. Gareth Hutchens is your author, and the headline is "Inflation has fallen in NZ and Aus - but which is faring better?" It's always instructive to read specific comparisons, look at the wider picture, and crunch the numbers, and this piece does that. Boy does it do that. It starts with a clue - "New Zealand's economy is in recession. Australia's economy is not in recession." He then involves the Reserve Bank. Our cash rate peaked at 5.5% while Australia's peaked at 4.35%. In unemployment, New Zealand's got to 5.1% and is probably still climbing. Australia's is under 4%. New Zealand's labour force hasn't grown in the past 12 months. Australia's labour force has been consistently growing for the past 12 months. In the past three years Australia's economy hasn't recorded a single quarter of negative growth. New Zealand's economy has three quarters of zero growth and three quarters of negative growth. We've just experienced six consecutive months of negative growth. When it comes to the Reserve Bank the article points out the respective RB's pursued different approaches to employment, as regards their approach to inflation. The approach, according to the Australian Reserve Bank, was to preserve as many of the jobs that have been created in recent years as they could. Here's the last line in the article; "and thousands of Kiwis have revealed which strategy they prefer by buying a plane ticket to Australia". I think most of us could have guessed all of this. But put it in words, with stats and graphs and lay it bare and a more depressing, debilitating, deflating and anger-inducing set of numbers would be hard to find. And those of us left have, and are, living through it. Talk about stark. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Australian economy is under pressure. Inflation is too much, and the rising cost of living has become a concern for Australians.

The outlook for the Australian economy looks brighter in 2025 driven by expected interest rate reduction by the Reserve Bank of Australia. In our latest podcast the Australian Economics team deep dives into the outlook for growth, the labour market, inflation, wages, investment and housing.     ------ DISCLAIMER ------  Important Information    This podcast is approved and distributed by Global Economic & Markets Research (“GEMR”), a business division of the Commonwealth Bank of Australia ABN 48 123 123 124 AFSL 234945 (“the Bank”).   Before listening to this podcast, you are advised to read the full GEMR disclaimers which can be found at www.commbankresearch.com.au.   No Reliance   Information in this podcast is of a general nature only. It does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs and does not constitute personal financial advice. This podcast provides general market-related information, and is not investment research and nor does it purport to make any recommendations. The information contained in this podcast is solely for informational purposes and is not to be construed as a solicitation or an offer to buy or sell any securities or other financial products. It does not constitute a personal recommendation or take into account the particular investment objectives, financial situations, or needs of individual clients. Where ‘CBA Data' is cited, this refers to the Bank proprietary data that is sourced from the Bank's internal systems and may include, but not be limited to, home loan data, credit card transaction data, merchant facility transaction data and applications for credit. As analysis is based on Bank customer transactions, it may not reflect all trends in the market. All customer data used or represented in this podcast is anonymised before analysis and is used, and disclosed, in accordance with the Group Privacy Statement. The Bank believes that the information in this podcast is correct, and any opinions, conclusions or recommendations are reasonably held based on the information available at the time of its compilation but no representation or warranty, either expressed or implied, is made or provided as to accuracy, reliability or completeness of any statement made.  Liability Disclaimer   The Bank does not accept any liability for any loss or damage arising out of any error or omission in or from the information provided or arising out of the use of all or part of the podcast.  

There is still no date for the federal election but Anthony Albanese has switched to campaign mode, hitting electorates across Queensland, the Northern Territory and Western Australia all in one week. With the prime minister's approval rating sliding, a potential interest-rate cut on the horizon and Donald Trump reclaiming the keys to the White House, Nour Haydar talks to political reporter Dan Jervis-Bardy about the events that could shape federal politics this year

The experts tell us house prices should move higher by between one and four per cent in 2025. But that average forecast conceals a wide range of variables: Sydney and Melbourne may drop, Perth could keep going gangbusters for months. Haven't you heard?...all property is local. The key issue is to get started and stick to the right path in the year ahead. In this special series show, we cover: Capital city forecasts for the year ahead Why internal migration patterns matter The long-term promise of Melbourne The factors that could knock our predictions off target. Stuart Wemyss of Prosolution Private Clients joins wealth editor James Kirby in this episode See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

– Why competition and productivity policies matter – US rate cuts… and the market and Aussie dollar tank – The challenges of MYEFO See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Australian economy is not the same as it was over the past half-century, and policymakers risk making a big mistake if they use that history to decide what to do next according to economist Warren Hogan. Host Scott Phillips sits down to chat with Warren, who also thinks interest rate forecasts are likely to be proven wrong.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guardian Australia political editor Karen Middleton speaks with Cherelle Murphy, chief economist for EY Oceania, about this week's sluggish national accounts figures and how the government can revive a barely breathing economy

With only one parliamentary sitting week left this year, the ALP and the Coalition have their sights set on the upcoming federal election.Reged Ahmad talks to Guardian Australia's editor Lenore Taylor, deputy editor Patrick Keneally and head of newsroom Mike Ticher about how the major parties are not only looking forward – they're also looking back at the US election and whether there are lessons for them in Donald Trump's big win

Can the Australian economy be weak, and strong at the same time? Or which is it? This is an important question because the answer will determine the future policy direction of interest rates, and the well-being of ordinary Australians. So I am going to do a deep dive on this in the light of the … Continue reading "The Australian Economy; Its Messy And Complicated!"

Donald Trump's economic agenda is clear: less taxation and regulation; more tariffs. But some of his programs will require a lot of money, which means America will need to borrow more. Those borrowings and the impact of tariffs will affect small, open trading economies, like Australia.GuestsProfessor Susan Stone, Credit Union SA Chair of Economics, University of South AustraliaWin-Li Toh, Principal, Taylor Fry

This is an edited version of a live discussion with Chief Economist at Nucleus Wealth, Leith van Onselen, who is also the co-founder of Macrobusiness. Given the raft of property related announceables from the politicians, will it make any difference, or are we set for a slow-down, or worse? Original stream with live chat here: … Continue reading "DFA Live Q&A HD Replay: Can Property “Save” The Australian Economy? With Leith van Onselen"

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) is suing Coles and Woolworths over allegations they misled shoppers by offering ‘illusory' discounts on hundreds of products. It's a practice that helps them make huge profits in an already overheated economy. Guardian columnist Greg Jericho tells Matilda Boseley why he thinks corporations, not consumers, should be made to pay for the cost-of-living crisis. • You can support the Guardian at theguardian.com/fullstorysupport

Guardian Australia's political editor Karen Middleton speaks to Andrew Leigh, assistant minister for competition, charities and Treasury, about the federal government's draft of a food and grocery code of conduct. They also discuss negative gearing and Labor's census debacle You can support the Guardian at theguardian.com/fullstorysupport

Negative gearing, the tax incentive that benefits investors, has become one of the most controversial policies in Australian politics and is widely viewed to have lost Labor the 2019 election. But this week, it seemed the prime minister was open to considering change, if only for the briefest of moments.Bridie Jabour speaks to chief political correspondent Paul Karp about why Australia could be gearing up for another election battle over housing

Guardian Australia's chief political correspondent, Paul Karp, and Peter Lewis from Essential Media talk about the public support for Labor's international student visa caps, and if the politics behind the reform are being driven by the upcoming election

Guardian Australia's political editor Karen Middleton speaks with independent economist Saul Eslake about the government's attempts to deal with inflation and why prices are still so high