Econosights – Why is inflation declining globally but not in Australia?

Senior Economist Diana Mousina highlights the three main reasons why inflation is declining globally but not in Australia

Econosights: The outlook for Australian wages | AMP Capital

Econosights: The outlook for Australian wages Key points Australian wages growth has been constrained because the supply of labour has increased since the beginning of the pandemic with the labour force participation rate now at a record high. High labour underutilisation over recent years has also kept a lid on wages growth. But, a tighter labour market, falling labour underutilisation, a higher inflation environment, a lift in the minimum wage and higher public sector wage …

Econosights: The RBA, the neutral interest rate and how many hikes to expect | AMP Capital

Econosights: The RBA, the neutral interest rate and how many hikes to expect Key points Inflation is running hot around the world, driven by strong goods demand, global shipping and supply issues and high commodity prices. Higher than expected inflation in Australia will see the RBA lifting interest rates to at least 1% by Dec-2022 and 1.5% in the first half of 2023. A fall in inflation in 2023 from an easing in supply pressures …

Upgrade or Renovate? | Q&AMP

Upgrade or Renovate? Are you running out of space or yearning for a change of scenery? In this episode of Q&AMP, we consider the tough decision to either move somewhere else and buy something new or to renovate your existing home. AMP Capital Senior Economist Diana Mousina is joined by Tim Lawless, Research Director at property analytics company CoreLogic to discuss the pros and cons of renovating or moving home and what to look for …