Exchanges with Evan Lucas

Exchanges with Alan Oster: Productivity isn't a dirty word

Exchanges with Evan Lucas

Show Notes

This week, Alan Oster, former Group Chief Economist at NAB, joins Exchanges to unpack the Reserve Bank’s latest interest rate decision and what it signals for the broader economy.

We dive into the housing market, cost of living crisis, and the pressing need for structural reform particularly in taxation and housing supply. Alan also shares insights on the economic role of superannuation, strategies to boost productivity, and how Australia can position itself for stronger, more inclusive growth.

It’s a timely and practical conversation on the forces shaping our economic future. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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