by leon@leongettler.com | May 29, 2026 | Talking Business
Australia’s April CPI (0.4%m/m) slowed from 4.6% to 4.2%yr, a downside surprise. But the trimmed mean rate (0.3%m/m) lifted from 3.3% to 3.4%. Welcome to Talking Business, a podcast produced in Melbourne Australia. The podcast is available on the Acast site, my own...
by leon@leongettler.com | May 22, 2026 | Talking Business
Former RBA board member Warwick McKibbin says Australia’s income tax rates already too high. Instead of tinkering with CGT, the government should cut tax & shift burden to consumption — think GST. Welcome to Talking Business, a podcast produced in Melbourne...
by leon@leongettler.com | May 15, 2026 | Talking Business
The rumours were true, the budget brought big changes for negative gearing and the capital gains tax discount! Welcome to Talking Business, a podcast produced in Melbourne Australia. The podcast is available on the Acast site, my own website, the Apple podcast store...
by leon@leongettler.com | May 8, 2026 | Talking Business
The RBA lifts its cash rate to 4.35%, its third hike of 2026, sending a clear message: inflation is once again a bigger concern than growth. Governor Michele Bullock says policy is now “slightly restrictive,” but doesn’t shut the door to more hikes. Welcome to Talking...
by leon@leongettler.com | May 1, 2026 | Talking Business
Australia’s annual inflation has jumped to 4.6% in the March quarter, driven largely by soaring fuel costs. The stronger-than-expected result has increased the likelihood of another interest rate hike in May. Welcome to Talking Business, a podcast produced in...
by leon@leongettler.com | Apr 24, 2026 | Talking Business
Australian Treasurer Jim Chalmers is trying to hold his budget together amid global chaos. He says it’s “hostage to decisions” coming out of Washington, Tehran, and Tel Aviv. Welcome to Talking Business, a podcast produced in Melbourne Australia. The...