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Formerly The Money, The Economy, Stupid is your weekly guide to the world of business, economics and finance. Every Thursday, economist Peter Martin is joined by a team of sharp young thinkers for a fresh conversation about the financial stories making headlines and how they might affect you.

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Has Trump put my financial future at risk? 29:06

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Super falling. Mortgage stress rising. Retirement plans, once solid, now blurred by uncertainty. There is an anxiety currently shaking Australian financial confidence. We unpack what Trump's latest tariffs mean for your financial future, and how to steady the ship in turbulent times. Guests: Nicki Hutley - Independent economist Michael Janda - ABC Business editor Get in touch: We read all of your emails, and appreciate each one. Please keep them coming theeconomy.stupid@abc.net.au or use the #PeterMartinEconomy on Instagram to get our attention.…

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Liberation Day fallout: How Trump's tariffs will hit Australia 28:42

πριν 9 μέρες28:42

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President Trump is promising more than the world has ever seen. What impact will the US tariff move have on Australian producers, businesses, shoppers, and the broader economic landscape?

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The election budget: would you rather a cut in tax (albeit small) or a year of cheaper petrol? 29:04

πριν 16 μέρες29:04

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The budget week that began with an unexpected tax cut has evolved into a debate about what we pay at the pump. What's better for you in the long run?

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Australians spend more on beer than power – so why do electricity bills hurt more? 28:50

πριν 23 μέρες28:50

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Electricity makes up a smaller slice of household spending than beer or takeaway – yet power bills spark outrage like nothing else. With prices set to jump 30%, is the government trapped in an endless cycle of rebates? Plus, a restaurant collapse leaves workers unpaid, exposing a major flaw in Australia’s wage safety net. Meanwhile, cash is dying, and the Reserve Bank says it might not last another decade. Will you still be using it in 10 years? Emilia Terzon - ABC national business reporter James Eyres - Banking and payments writer, the Australian Financial Review, Get in touch: We read all of your emails, and appreciate each one. Please keep them coming theeconomy.stupid@abc.net.au or use the #PeterMartinEconomy on Instagram to get our attention.…

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A changed world: What's Australia's new reality in Trump's economic gamble? 29:34

πριν 30 μέρες29:34

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The US and Australian markets are in freefall, and now we face steep tariffs on steel and aluminium. That’s right, no special treatment for us down under!

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Cyclone Alfred could boost the next GDP figure. Here’s why the numbers don’t add up 29:07

πριν 5 weeks29:07

29:07

Why destruction isn't counted against GDP, but the replacement is.

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A deal with god: is super annuity the answer? 28:56

πριν 6 weeks28:56

28:56

Your super is funding U.S roads and data centres. Is it simply, too big for Australia?

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The RBA’s rate cut: a quick fix or a band-aid? How it affects you and why there might not be more to come 29:05

πριν 7 weeks29:05

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The RBA dropped interest rates this week - smart move? Or is the RBA kicking the financial can down the road? Plus, the South Australian government has forced the Whyalla Steelworks into administration. Then, the economic fallout of the family trust trial.

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Tariff whiplash and Australia's inflation dragon 29:04

πριν 8 weeks29:04

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Tariffs are on the rise — so what does this mean for ultra-cheap sites like Temu? Then, is Elon Musk behind the recent slump in electric car sales? Plus, the question of whether Australia has slain the inflation dragon remains on the table.

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How much would a tariff war hurt, really? 29:04

πριν 9 weeks29:04

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Trump's tariffs are here, but do those voting for them really understand how they work? Plus, the housing market is cooling down, but should we take it further and push prices down even more? And, we’re taxing tobacco heavily, but surprisingly, the tax revenue is dropping. Turns out, it’s not because people are quitting. Could we be facing a self-defeating tax? Taj Pabari - social entrepreneur and author of Young, Dumb and Financially Independent: What school didn't teach you about money. Emilia Terzon - ABC national business reporter. Get in touch: We'd love to hear from you! Email us at theeconomy.stupid@abc.net.au…

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Is a rate cut (finally) on the cards? 28:35

πριν 10 weeks28:35

28:35

With inflation down and right within the Reserve Bank's target band, is there any reason why we shouldn't now expect a cut in interest rates? Plus, a deep dive into DeepSeek, the Chinese AI firm that shook the US stock market this week; and the economics of the Australian Open - turns out there's more than a Grand Slam title at stake. Guests: Myriam Robin - Senior writer with the Australian Financial Review. Isaac Gross - former Reserve Bank economist, now lecturer in economics at Monash University. Get in touch: We'd love to hear from you! Email us at theeconomy.stupid@abc.net.au…

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Trump is back: Here's what it means for you (and your wallet) 28:34

πριν 11 weeks28:34

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With Donald Trump back in the White House, it's boom time for billionaires and tech bros. How much will these changes trickle down to Australia? Plus, you’ve probably noticed those fees racking up, every time you tap your debit card. A push is now on to ban them, but this might have some unexpected - and expensive - consequences. Guests: Megan Flamer - Innovation and organisational development specialist with Monash Business School (and founder of Excited Adults) Michael Janda - ABC News Business Editor. Get in touch: We'd love to hear from you! Email us at theeconomy.stupid@abc.net.au…

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INTRODUCING — The Economy Stupid 2:00

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The Economy, Stupid is your weekly guide to the world of business, economics and finance. Every Thursday, economist Peter Martin is joined by a team of sharp young thinkers for a fresh conversation about the financial stories making headlines and how they might affect you.

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The High Costs of Losing Sleep 29:06

πριν 15 weeks29:06

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Australians have a sleeping problem. The most conservative estimates show one in 10 have a sleep disorder, which is having an impact on their safety, wellbeing and productivity. This ends up costing almost a $1 billion a week. And that’s not all. The total cost of inadequate sleep is thought to be as high as $75 billion a year. We’re not alone either. International research shows places like the US, the UK and Europe are facing similar problems, with similar costs. Guests: Shanthakumar Rajaratnam, Chair of the Sleep Health Foundation Professor Ron Grunstein, The Woolcock Institute Wendy Troxel, The Rand Corporation Zafina Ademi, Professor of Health Economics, Monash University Presenter: Richard Aedy Producer: Whitney Fitzsimons This program was first broadcast on 9th May, 2024…

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Story of Human Progress Through Six Materials 29:07

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