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Even if tougher rules are brought in, Australia’s corporate watchdog will need far more resources to properly audit the auditors.
For Americans in so-called ‘banking deserts,’ ending paper tax refund checks could be a costly move.
A sharp sell-off of the peso has seen President Javier Milei seek a financial lifeline from the United States. Washington seems happy to help out.
The summit brought agreement on broad principles for tax reform. The objections will come when it gets down to details.
To keep government spending under control, stronger rules and targets are needed. These should be on the agenda at the treasurer’s upcoming roundtable.
The $10 billion housing future fund will build 30,000 new social and affordable homes. While the scheme is welcome, there is plenty of room for improvement.
Unless we are happy to keep government debt, – which is already close to a trillion dollars – growing indefinitely, taxes will need to rise.
Regulators will have to balance Australia’s stated desire to attract foreign investment with the need to protect national interests.
For the first time, women lead Australia’s key economic institutions. The moment matters because research shows women think about the economy differently from men.
Bracket creep means the average tax rate will increase by about 4% over the next decade. But a low wage earner on $45,000 will see a jump of almost 7%.
Yes, the government makes pennies at a loss. But just stopping production could create new problems.
Appropriately, we finish our podcast for 2024 talking to Treasurer Jim Chalmers and his shadow, Angus Taylor because, as the saying goes, "it's the economy, stupid!"
The Treasurer Jim Chalmers announces two appointments to the new board created as part of the restructure of the central bank.
The federal government has laid out a big picture proposal to keep cash alive. But it will need to keep a close eye on the details, and the unique challenges cash presents for businesses.
Australia needs bold new housing policies that don’t just rely on the taxation system but consider a range of measures to meet the housing needs of all Australians.
The row is not just about immediate spending pressures – it’s the key to future electoral success for both parties.
Green bonds aren’t a new idea. But the government’s decision could help further integrate sustainability into all forms of lending.
Increases in award wages do very little to boost Australia’s total wage bill, and even less to boost inflation.
All proposed mergers above a yet-to-be-determined threshold will have to be reported to the ACCC. It’ll have to give a yes or no within 30 days.
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