A sad economy without much hope
Australia's economy risks stagnation as government spending crowds out the private sector, increasing inflation, slowing productivity, and leaving the nation vulnerable to European-style economic malaise.
Topic
Growth
A collection of 15 issues
It's not as bad as you might think
Despite Australia's sluggish economic growth and record-high government spending, a closer look at the data reveals that the situation may not be quite as dire as it seems.
Parliament's hectic week, a new era in policymaking, and a glimpse into Australia's future
The Albanese government took the guillotine to democracy; Argentina is getting a good old-fashioned dose of microeconomic reform; what Victoria can teach the rest of Australia; prediction markets and the future of forecasting; and trade works in roundabout ways.
What the US election means for Australia [update]
The US election is happening right now, with the outcome to have potentially significant implications for Australia.
The energy debate misses the bigger picture
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.
What the US election means for Australia
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.
Should we be worried about the US?
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.
Should Australia be the richest country in the world?
The recent Nobel Prize in Economics sheds light on Australia's biggest challenges and offers insights into whether they can be truly solved.
Unpacking Australia's per capita recession
Australia's per capita recession is the inevitable consequence of past policy decisions, where attempts to curb inflation clash with the need for economic stability, leaving households and young people bearing the brunt of a painful economic adjustment.
Russia's Black Death
Russia's booming consumer spending will eventually crash back down to earth, following a historical pattern seen in times of war and disaster, including the 14th century's Black Death.