Economists say Labor’s decision to cut fuel prices appears to be motivated by short-term political gain. The move risks driving up inflation in the longer-term.
Geopolitics
The longer the conflict, the worse the economic outcomes.
Artificial intelligence, an oil crisis and political turmoil are colliding across markets and business. Some cashed-up investors see opportunity in the chaos.
Subsidising ageing, high-emissions industry won’t secure Australia’s future. We should be investing in green metals, quantum and clean computing instead.
With fuel shortages biting and inflation lingering, Jim Chalmers is trying to project calm as Labor faces a test of its economic credibility.
Australia’s trade deal with Europe lands amid tariff wars, defence worries and a broader warning that the global order is getting tougher.
Australia’s largest super fund, which manages $410b in retirement savings, has shifted its portfolio as markets grapple with deepening geopolitical conflicts and the rise of AI.
Market watchers say trading uncertainty and depleted valuations have left the door open for opportunistic buyers.
AI and economic crisis top Australians’ security fears. But half think a military attack is probable
A comprehensive new report, which engaged with 20,000 people, shows Australians have a nuanced view of national security. But concerns of an attack on local soil are elevated.
Australian economists have shifted their predictions quickly and dramatically with the conflict in the Middle East showing no signs of abating.
A supply shock bigger than the Gulf War is hitting oil markets as the Middle East crisis continues, yet equities so far are reacting like it’s a routine wobble.
Australia’s plentiful critical minerals will be included when a long-awaited free trade deal is signed with the European Union next week.
