Poll or no poll, the Reserve Bank does its own thing

Independence is demonstrated by decisions during election years, even though the debt-to-GDP ratio is less prudent

04 February 2024 - 00:00

A fortnight ago, I argued that both monetary and fiscal policy must provide stability by creating predictability for investors, businesses and households, as these policy decisions guide investment and consumption decisions. ..

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