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Our monthly economic and market overview summarises the primary features of global markets. It covers the latest news and views on the domestic economy and interest rates. The report focuses on factors that will influence the economic environment in which local businesses operate.
Market update
Our very own analyst David Robertson provides a monthly market update on the drivers of the local economy, the financial markets and the range of asset classes. The update covers latest market events and key economic indicators for the month ahead.
Market update with David Robertson
Economic commentary
2022 federal election impact
Read about how the federal election result may impact the economy and the potential flow-on effects for your business.
The Federal Budget - a snapshot review
Budget deficits are the new normal, but the 22/23 budget shows an improving debt profile - even with plenty of short term support for rising living costs
Fear and Greed Podcast – What will Australia look like in 2060?
David Robertson, Head of Economic and Markets Research at Bendigo Bank, speaks to Sean Aylmer, presenter of the Fear and Greed podcast, about the Federal Government's recent Intergenerational Report. They cover future economic projections and how demographic, technological and other trends may impact the future of Australia.
Shaping the COVID recovery
Extraordinary times call for extraordinary measures. Lateral thinking around our recovery will be required.
The Silver (Gold-wrapped) Economic Linings
How record gold prices, low interest rates and low inflation can help the COVID recovery.
Federal Budget 2021/22 - the plot thickens
After last year’s record breaking deficit, the 2021/22 budget maintains the spending theme - will it lead to a happily ever after?
2021 - onward and upward
Why is the Australian economy looking so strong so soon after a recession and will the rebound continue?
The economy fights back
The V-shaped recovery is in place now for 2020, but what do we need to drive sustainable growth for businesses in 2021?
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