Diana Mousina

Diana Mousina, Deputy Chief Economist at AMP, shares her insights on the economy. She discusses the RBA's outlook on inflation and the potential for a rate cut next year. Mousina elaborates on the impact of government spending and public-sector wages on inflation rates. She also predicts a slight drop in the unemployment rate and highlights the importance of consumer sentiment amid ongoing cost-of-living pressures. Additionally, she examines the implications of the US government shutdown on economic data.

Diana Mousina, the Deputy Chief Economist at AMP, joins to dive into the latest economic trends. She analyzes how shock inflation numbers have shifted expectations for the RBA's interest rate decisions. Surprising CPI figures caught economists off guard, and Diana discusses the implications for future rate cuts. Housing prices are also a focal point as they impact RBA policies. Lastly, she emphasizes the importance of household spending as a key indicator that the RBA will be monitoring closely.

Alastair Gale, a Bloomberg News Japan EcoGov Reporter, discusses Japan's political upheaval after the ruling coalition lost its parliamentary majority. Naomi Fink, Chief Global Strategist at Nikko Asset Management, highlights the implications for global markets and the Japanese yen amidst these changes. Diana Mousina, Deputy Chief Economist at AMP, offers insights into the U.S. economy and consumer strength, analyzing potential impacts on interest rates. They explore how these developments could reshape market dynamics and investments in the region.