Economy
Investors return after budget tax curve ball
The share of homes bought by investors compared to owner-occupiers is returning to levels seen prior to the federal budget.
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Billionaire friendship could prompt backlash
An unlikely alliance between Pauline Hanson and a billionaire benefactor threatens to undermine her relationships with colleagues, a political expert warns.
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Voters drop major parties months out from state poll
One state premier says he will fight to win re-election amid a surge in voter preference for One Nation at a scale not seen before.
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Workers ‘forced’ to accept AI systems or leave jobs
The federal government’s plans for AI are unrealistic and could put Australian workers at risk, including through unethical practices, an expert warns.
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Budget change will seriously hinder supply of new homes
Housing body says ‘restricting one source of investment does not reduce the number of Australians needing somewhere to live’.
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Economy
Middle East fragility adds further risk to inflation rates
Leading economists say ‘we do not rule out ongoing price pressures pushing the RBA to a November rate hike’.
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Housing supply essential to financial momentum in our cities
New report finds ‘ongoing population growth and tight labour markets mean housing availability remains a constraint’.
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Time for government to get serious about property market
Real estate body says ‘Victoria needs sensible property reform that is guided by evidence and practical experience’.
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Next few months important in how consumer spending plays out
Senior economist says ‘there is a chance that falling house prices in major capital cities dampens the consumption story a little’.
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Investing is now the way to secure great Aussie dream
Young people are turning to investments with high returns to help save for the deposit on their first home.
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Economy in downturn but business confidence improving
New NAB survey shows ‘business confidence has now recovered much of the sharp decline, reflecting some easing of concerns’.
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Economy
‘Getting this right’: Labor unveils blueprint for AI
Anthony Albanese will draw parallels between the impact of artificial intelligence on society to the introduction of civil aviation in a major policy speech.
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Economy
Dreary consumer sentiment set to be put to the test
A fresh look at consumer and business sentiment this week will provide key insights as Australia battles still-elevated core inflation.
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‘Column of smoke’: coalition launches One Nation attack
An economic blueprint has been pitched by the coalition to win over voters as it warns One Nation won’t be able to deliver on its promises to Australians.
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Renters pour a record share of income into housing
The average renter is spending a third of household income on keeping a roof over their head, and the situation is worse for the poorest Australians.
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Australia falls further behind housing supply target
Australia now needs to build more than 274,000 homes per year to meet the national housing accord target of 1.2 million over five years.
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Economy
World events playing heavily on decisions of Reserve Bank
Chief economist said ‘RBA needed to increase its knowledge and capability to deal with supply shocks’.
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Economy
Massive drop in house prices forecast for 2027
Leading bank economist says ‘the housing price correction is likely to continue for some time yet’.
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Economy
Melbourne property sector still showing ‘strength’
Industry boss says ‘results reinforced the need to ensure stamp duty incentives for first home buyers keep pace with market conditions’.
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Economy
Growth forecast downgraded as economy is ‘structurally exposed’
Major firm says ‘insufficient investment has left the supply side of the economy struggling to keep pace with demand’.
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Economy
Super funds bucking the trend, deliver big returns
Research firm shows massive uptick for superannuation funds and describes it as a ‘tremendous result’.