Relative Return Unplugged: Unpacking the budget: Deficits, spending, and productivity risks



In this week’s episode of Relative Return Unplugged, AMP’s chief economist, Shane Oliver, joins us to break down Labor’s budget, focusing on its re-election strategy and cost-of-living support, and cautioning about the long-term impact of structural deficits, increased government spending, and potential risks to productivity growth.
Join us to hear about:
- Why the budget raises alarms about the long-term impact of structural deficits.
- How government spending impacts productivity growth.
- Oliver's advice for the next government.
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