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The Dismal Science

Jun 16, 2023

The US Fed 'skips' hiking this month but hints there's still more to come. Plus, the Australian labour market continues to boom even as confidence slides. The Dismal Science will now also be pausing for a few weeks as Mark is on holidays. Back soon.


Jun 10, 2023

Another rate rise brings the total tightening to 400bps in just over a year. Add in the disappointing first quarter GDP growth and this week seemed like a tipping point for the Australian economy. Are things about to get worse before they get better? Plus, the regulators come for crypto.


Jun 2, 2023

A US debt ceiling deal, a stubborn inflation number for Australia, the Chinese recovery slows and Ivan moves house.