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00:17:07

Pop Goes “Independent” Central Bankers?

Digital Finance Analytics (DFA) Blog ·

2025/08/31

Central banks have, it is claimed, played an integral role in the evolution of modern economies. Initially, central banks were closely tied to governments. Their independence became a formalized goal in the late 20th century, especially post-1970s inflation crises. However, critics argue this independence is often more theoretical than practical. Actually, The global trend toward … Continue reading "Pop Goes “Independent” Central Bankers?"

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00:29:08

Hard Truths Ahead For The Endless Rally As US CEO...

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2025/08/30

This is our weekly market update, where we start in the US, cross to Europe and Asia and end in Australia, covering commodities and crypto along the way. At one level, markets have continued to chug higher touching records earlier in the week, supported by the AI boom, hopes for US rate cuts, and the … Continue reading "Hard Truths Ahead For The Endless Rally As US CEO Trump Fires?"

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01:15:40

Inside The Property Crisis: With John Wright

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2025/08/29

This is a thought-provoking dive into the the root cause of the property crisis, and what may lay ahead. What do Marie Antionette, a lump of coal, and the Kingdom of Great Britain have to do with the Australian Property Crisis and Policy Change? The answer according to Associate Professor John Wright centres on the … Continue reading "Inside The Property Crisis: With John Wright"

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00:19:49

Migration, Replacement And Statistical BS

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2025/08/28

Last week on my show with Tarric Brooker we discussed the stouch about the ABS, migration and arrival statistics. Recall recent data on arrivals versus departures showed a significant uptick in population. The Australian Government’s official document, Fundamentals of migration in Australia: Migration concepts and measurements, from the Centre for Population, explicitly stated that “border … Continue reading "Migration, Replacement And Statistical BS"

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00:09:01

Inflation Not Dead, Just Resting… At Best…

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2025/08/27

Well, well, the monthly ABS data on inflation came in with a rate that accelerated faster than expected in July, moving closer to the top of the Reserve Bank’s 2-3% target, jumping to 2.8% — the highest annual rate since July 2024 — and well above June’s 1.9%. A caveat as always, these monthly indicators … Continue reading "Inflation Not Dead, Just Resting… At Best…"

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01:42:11

DFA Live Q&A HD Replay: Are The Banksters Calling The...

Digital Finance Analytics (DFA) Blog ·

2025/08/26

This is an edit of a live discussion with Robbie Barwick, the Research Director of the Australian Citizens Party, as we deep dive into the current politico-financial system, which seems to be driving ordinary Australians to the edge. Who is pulling the strings? Details of our one to one service are here: https://digitalfinanceanalytics.com/blog/dfa-one-to-one/ Go to … Continue reading "DFA Live Q&A HD Replay: Are The Banksters Calling The Shots? With Robbie Barwick"

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01:17:57

Its Edwin’s Monday Evening Property Rant!

Digital Finance Analytics (DFA) Blog ·

2025/08/25

Yes, Edwin is back for another regular Rant! Today we cover the latest from the Government on First Time Buyer Incentives, more development planning disasters, and a case of under-quoting in the suburbs (again). We also explore the toxic inter-generational war which is being confected by politicians who are responsible for the issues which they … Continue reading "Its Edwin’s Monday Evening Property Rant!"

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00:14:21

Performative Politics Won’t Solve The Housing Crisis!

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2025/08/24

The announcement from the Government to freeze the building code came fast after the Productivity Round-table, and as expected, this is more performative politics, which will do nothing to solve housing affordability, but will give the Government cover for more tax reform. The standards are not policed effectively in any case, and many homes in … Continue reading "Performative Politics Won’t Solve The Housing Crisis!"

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00:24:49

Markets Greet Light In Tunnel, But Is That A Train...

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2025/08/23

This is our weekly market update, where we start in the US, cross to Europe and Asia and end in Australia, covering commodities and crypto along the way. Remarkably, the MSCI global index, which hit another high, is more than 50% higher than just 3 years ago. The European STOXX 600 is a mere 30% … Continue reading "Markets Greet Light In Tunnel, But Is That A Train Coming?"

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01:21:38

Lies, Damned Lies, and Statistics: With Tarric Brooker

Digital Finance Analytics (DFA) Blog ·

2025/08/22

Another Friday evening deep dive into the data with journalist Tarric Brooker, as we look at the question of whether we can believe official statistics, the outcomes of the productivity sessions this week, and the question of housing supply and demand. I should add we had a few audio issues from Tarric, but only in … Continue reading "Lies, Damned Lies, and Statistics: With Tarric Brooker"

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00:26:45

Stagflation Looms As Central Bankers Party Amid Peak...

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2025/08/21

Today we discuss the upcoming Jackson Hole Bun Fight and New Zealand Reserve Bank Decision to cut rates and I will argue that the whiff of stagflation is getting stronger, to the detriment of ordinary households and businesses. The RBNZ cut the OCR by 25bp, citing tighter spending by businesses and households, falling home prices … Continue reading "Stagflation Looms As Central Bankers Party Amid Peak Uncertainty!"

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00:22:12

The Cracks Are Showing In Housing Policy!

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2025/08/20

Today we look at the latest from the “housing Debate” as reflected in to current talk-fest, the YIMBY versus NIMBY debate, a case study in reality from Rose Bay, together with slides from Edwin which he had hoped to present, but was unable to make the recording today. Get well Edwin! Removing planning restrictions is … Continue reading "The Cracks Are Showing In Housing Policy!"

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01:19:31

DFA Live Q&A Replay: Can You Handle The Truth? With...

Digital Finance Analytics (DFA) Blog ·

2025/08/19

This is an edit of a live discussion with Tony Locantro as we examine the latest from markets, politics and life. Tony offers several financial services, such as investment management, financial planning, stock selection and fundraising. Tony has helped countless investors and organisations with strategic investment strategies over the last two decades. His understanding of … Continue reading "DFA Live Q&A Replay: Can You Handle The Truth? With Tony Locantro"

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00:50:19

Down The Rabbit Hole Again (With George): Is The...

Digital Finance Analytics (DFA) Blog ·

2025/08/18

Another of our occasional series with my friend George as we kick around the question of the current state of the economy, society and politics. Who is in control? Why are people feeling under pressure? http://www.martinnorth.com/ Details of our one to one service are here: https://digitalfinanceanalytics.com/blog/dfa-one-to-one/ Go to the Walk The World Universe at https://walktheworld.com.au/ … Continue reading "Down The Rabbit Hole Again (With George): Is The Economy Stupid?"

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00:23:01

Productivity Special: Half A Monday Evening Property...

Digital Finance Analytics (DFA) Blog ·

2025/08/18

Edwin, sad to say, was too unwell to record our normal show today, hopefully he will be back soon, get well sir….! So I took the opportunity to set out the Productivity stall ahead of the 3-day talk fest to feature some of the inputs posited by industry, politicians and others, as well as drilling … Continue reading "Productivity Special: Half A Monday Evening Property Rant!"

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00:10:23

How To Fix Housing Affordability, Kiwi Style [But]….

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2025/08/17

Despite the Reserve Bank of New Zealand cutting the official cash rate (OCR) by 2.25% and with further rate cuts expected, New Zealand home prices nationally are down nearly 17% over 45 months and are only 3.4% higher than five years ago. This, despite the reduction in the OCR has driven down the cost of … Continue reading "How To Fix Housing Affordability, Kiwi Style [But]…."

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00:24:50

Heady Days For The Market, Maybe, But How Sustainable?

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2025/08/16

This is our weekly market update, where we start in the US, cross to Europe and Asia and end in Australia, covering commodities and crypto along the way. Global stocks were flat but still traded near record highs on Friday as U.S. President Donald Trump and his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin held what turned out … Continue reading "Heady Days For The Market, Maybe, But How Sustainable?"

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00:22:15

WARNING: Never, Ever, Ever Buy A Unit: With Joe Wilkes

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2025/08/15

I am joined again by friend of the show Joe Wilkes, as we kick around the high-rise unit question. Why are they being imposed on more and more households, and what are the consequences. How do we stay grounded? http://www.martinnorth.com/ Details of our one to one service are here: https://digitalfinanceanalytics.com/blog/dfa-one-to-one/ Go to the Walk The … Continue reading "WARNING: Never, Ever, Ever Buy A Unit: With Joe Wilkes"

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00:12:28

Population Booms, Again, As Unemployment Falls!

Digital Finance Analytics (DFA) Blog ·

2025/08/14

More releases from the ABS today, including the update on employment statistics, as well as Overseas Arrivals and Departures, Australia, and also average weekly earnings. Australia’ jobless rate ticked lower and employment rose, signaling the labor market remains tight and reinforcing the Reserve Bank’s cautious approach to policy easing. There was some reversal of the … Continue reading "Population Booms, Again, As Unemployment Falls!"

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00:17:48

Have The Productivity Nuts and Bolts Bolted?

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2025/08/13

The elephant in the room of the upcoming dialogue on productivity is that it is mainly performative, despite the weak 0.7% estimate from the RBA as part of yesterday’s rate announcement, and the gap highlighted by recent Treasury data. The latest data on wages and lending also shines a spotlight on the issues we are … Continue reading "Have The Productivity Nuts and Bolts Bolted?"

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