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How the economy shapes what's possible for Australian businesses, households, and workers.
11 years
It now takes the typical Australian household 11 years to save a 20% home deposit.
1 in 4 households
In 2024-25, more Australian households than ever spent over 30% of their income on housing.
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May 2026
A society under quiet pressure.
Six signals this month reveal a society under quiet pressure.
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The billionaire's party...
The price of One Nation
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AI pays its way...
The AI wealth fund
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The world is pulling closer...
The market down the road
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The longevity economy...
We outlived the plan
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The credential crisis...
Intelligence used to be scarce
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The fossil fuel era...
Australia unplugs
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