Politics Now Is Labor the better economic manager?
Nov 26, 2025
A recent election study reveals Labor has overtaken the Coalition in perceived economic management. The Treasurer grapples with rising inflation and public service re-prioritizations while Ted O'Brien targets young voters with a warning about the crumbling intergenerational compact. The hosts discuss the implications of new inflation data and debate labor policies, such as extending energy rebates amidst fiscal pressures. As the political landscape shifts, Albanese promotes steady governance, signaling a cautious approach to upcoming challenges.
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Inflation Is Back Above Target
- Inflation has risen to 3.8% headline and 3.3% underlying, above the RBA target of 2–3%.
- Electricity and housing were major drivers, with electricity up 37.1% due to expired state rebates.
Weigh Extending Energy Rebates Carefully
- Consider extending the federal energy rebate to avoid a big household electricity price shock.
- Balance that help against the fiscal cost and inflationary optics before deciding.
Spending Scrutiny Returns
- Government spending now adds political and economic pressure amid rising inflation.
- Re-prioritisations in the public service are framed as not cuts, but they still tighten fiscal settings.
