As we step into the first month of winter and approach the end of the financial year, attention is turning to the resilience of the economy and households. May delivered mixed signals for the Australian economy as inflation eased slightly to 4.2% in April from 4.6% in March, although underlying inflation edged higher from 3.3% […] Read More

Reform and resilience in uncertain timesTreasurer Jim Chalmers has framed the 2026 Federal Budget as “the most important and ambitious budget in decades”.“This Budget is about getting us through... Read More

Federal Budget 2026-27 Analysis Reform and resilience in uncertain times Treasurer Jim Chalmers has framed the 2026 Federal Budget as “the most important and ambitious budget in decades”. “This Budget is about getting us through the global oil shock and taking pressure off Australians while building a stronger economy, better tax system, a more sustainable […] Read More

March has arrived, and with that the weather starts to cool; this brings a fresh chapter and a chance to set your pace for the months ahead. February delivered mixed signals for the Australian economy. Labour market conditions were steady. The unemployment rate held at 4.1%, with 18,000 more people employed in January, driven by […] Read More

As we say goodbye to the summer holiday period, 2026 kicked off with some encouraging signs but it comes with a sting in the tail as global uncertainty continues to shake things up. There was a surprise drop in unemployment in December to 4.1%, the number of jobs available increased and household spending grew. However, […] Read More

As we say goodbye to the summer holiday period, 2026 kicked off with some encouraging signs but it comes with a sting in the tail as global uncertainty continues to shake things up. There was a... Read More

With summer now upon us, it is the season of family gatherings, end of year celebrations, and holidays. We would like to wish you and your family a happy and safe festive season. The economy came under renewed pressure in November as inflation accelerated. The first full monthly CPI release showed annual inflation rising to […] Read More

Spring is here, bringing longer days and an opportunity to venture outdoors and enjoy the warmer months ahead. A higher-than-expected jump in inflation figures may prompt the RBA keep interest... Read More

Spring is here, bringing longer days and an opportunity to venture outdoors and enjoy the warmer months ahead. A higher-than-expected jump in inflation figures may prompt the RBA keep interest rates on hold at this month’s meeting. Headline CPI climbed to 2.8%, up from 1.9%. The trimmed mean, the RBA’s preferred gauge of underlying inflation, […] Read More

As the winter chill lingers, we look forward to the arrival of spring and brighter days ahead. Interest rates and tariffs continue to influence markets globally. In Australia, soft inflation data... Read More