Economics
America is losing its comparative advantage

The current policies of the U.S. Government are undermining its comparative advantage in a range ...  
The Reserve Bank's latest interest rate cut is too little, too late

The slower the RBA is to cut rates, the bigger the pile-up of economic problems later.  
Tariff tensions see rise in regional resilience

As global trade tensions escalate, Asia-Pacific economies must rethink strategies to protect ...  
RBA's interest rate cut a double-edged sword

Australia’s anticipated interest rate adjustment could signal economic strength, but it’s not ...  
Government focus on growth may not result in a fairer economy

Without broader structural reform, emphasis on productivity growth might be a misstep on the path ...  
Degrees, debt and denial: The starter pack for modern adulthood

Interest rates, education fees and the cost of housing are among problems faced by the current ...  
Election recap: Democracy was done but with dark clouds at extreme Right

Barring collapse in the outside world, Labor has the makings of great change for Australian ...  
Trump's financial instability calls for Australia to act on CBDCs

Donald Trump's chaotic monetary policies have opened an opportunity for Australia to reclaim fina ...  
Labor’s win is good news for the economy

The new Labor Government can now push forward with more economically responsible reforms for  ...  
Appeals against onshore student visa refusals boom in March

The Administrative Review Tribunal is struggling to cope with a high rate of appeals while dealing ...  
Both major parties face dilemmas with 2025-26 migration program

No matter who wins the 2025 Election, both major parties face enormous pressures in managing the ...  
AUSVOTES ECONOMIC FACTS #16: Vote Labor for sound economic policy

The economy is a dominant issue in the Election. From now until polling day, Independent Australia ...  
AUSVOTES ECONOMIC FACTS #15: Under Labor, prices are down

The economy is a dominant issue in the Election. From now until polling day, Independent Australia ...  
Dutton rides MAGA wave as PM pitches promise

Days away from the Federal Election, Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has yet to offer the voting ...  
AUSVOTES ECONOMIC FACTS #14: Labor victory a good investment

The economy is a dominant issue in the Election. From now until polling day, Independent Australia ...  
AUSVOTES ECONOMIC FACTS #13: Superannuation hits high under Labor

The economy is a dominant issue in the Election. From now until polling day, Independent Australia ...  
The other side of tariffs — America losing customers who won't return

The biggest casualty in Trump's tariff trade war is the American economy and the nation's consu ...  
AUSVOTES ECONOMIC FACTS #12: Housing affordability on the mend

The economy is a dominant issue in the Election. From now until polling day, Independent Australia ...  
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