Justin Pyvis
Justin has a PhD in Economics and over 20 years of experience in applied economic, policy and investment analysis with the WA Treasury and AECOM in Perth, and Aletheia Capital in Hong Kong. He writes Aussienomics in between freelance gigs and work on a book covering the policies that create the conditions for prosperity.
2024
The US election is happening right now, with the outcome to have potentially significant implications for Australia.
Australia's rush to renewables poses significant economic and energy security risks, highlighting the need for a more balanced approach that addresses the limitations of solar and wind.
Australia's partisan energy debate overlooks the real goal of achieving energy abundance, which requires an 'all of the above' approach that pragmatically embraces every viable energy source rather than getting bogged down in tribal politics.
A closer look at Dutton's housing policy; the magic of quantitative easing; Canada might soon be shrinking; the global demographic decline; AI snake oil is spreading; and what do voters care about.
As the US election approaches, the risks of renewed inflation and unpredictable fiscal policies could complicate the global economic landscape, with significant implications for Australia.
While the US economy is hitting all the right notes—low unemployment, stable inflation, and strong wage growth—massive deficits and reckless policy proposals could tip the scales.
Monetary policy missteps can arise when journalists and politicians confuse relative price movements for inflation, leading to misguided calls for rate cuts based on things like food price fluctuations rather than the underlying drivers of inflation.
What a strong jobs market means for inflation and growth; no, brickies don't cause inflation; landlord greed isn't driving rents; the problem with measuring skills shortages; and Victoria moves on housing.
The recent Nobel Prize in Economics sheds light on Australia's biggest challenges and offers insights into whether they can be truly solved.
Steven Miles' promise of 'free' school lunches not only ignores basic economic principles but also risks burdening future generations with debt and inflation.