Cutting government spending may slow prices, but it could bring on something worse

The Sydney Morning Herald - Nov 5, 2026

Both the Reserve Bank and government are copping blame for things out of their control. But bending to pressure might put us in a worse position.

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Cutting government spending may slow prices, but it could bring on something worse

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