economy
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Aussies are still shopping – here’s what that tells us about the economy
Retail spending is up 12% on this time last year, but can it last? And what does it mean for the ASX? Here's our market wrap.
How to invest your tax refund to beat soaring inflation
The average Aussie receives a $2800 tax refund, and money in the bank is going backward, so how can you best invest it?
What we learnt from past recessions
The prospect of a recession is creating a dark cloud over Australian households, so what have we learnt from previous economic downturns?
What is inflation and why is everything suddenly more expensive?
The word 'inflation' is everywhere lately, so if it's been a while since you sat through high school economics, we explain what it is and why costs just keep going up.
Nine tips for investing during turbulent times
It seems there's plenty for investors to worry about at the moment. Here are nine tips for staying the course while markets are volatile.
Ask Paul: Why is my super losing money every week?
Sal's superannuation saw strong returns last year, but lately, it's losing money. He asks Paul Clitheroe why his super balance is suddenly going backward.
Here’s what happened to shares the last time the RBA raised rates
With uncertain times ahead after two interest rate hikes in as many months, we look back at the last time the country saw consecutive cash rate increases.
Cost of living crunch: How long will prices keep rising?
Anyone who's filled up their car or bought groceries in recent months knows the cost of living is on the rise, but how long will it last?
No surprises at April RBA meeting, but experts suggest rate hike is nearing
While the RBA's April decision means that the cash rate has now gone unchanged for 17 months, there is plenty of speculation that it won't stay that way for long.
Why you need to know the difference between a forecast and a prediction
It might seem like analysts use the terms forecast and predictions interchangeably, but they mean very different things.
