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Trend unemployment edges down to 4.1%, strengthening case for another RBA rate increase
Australia’s jobs market showed better than expected strength in January, increasing the chances of another RBA hike in May to put the brakes on inf...
Regional housing markets are outpacing capital cities
Homebuyers are again pushing into regional Australia, where values are rising faster than in the capitals and rents are climbing sharply too.
IMF calls for tax shakeup as federal budget looms
An International Monetary Fund report has praised Australia's economy but called for reform in areas including company and resources taxes and the ...
Japan's economy is barely growing
Japan has become a firm favourite with tourists, but its broader economy is languishing.
Why the post-COVID experience economy looks here to stay
Australians are tightening budgets, but they’re still spending on 'doing' as people chase shared moments and memories over more stuff.
RBA urges more high-rise amid home-building constraints
RBA governor Michele Bullock says fixing Australia’s housing crunch means building more homes faster, with higher-density projects a bigger part of...
