Katy Gallagher

James McIntyre, a Bloomberg Economics correspondent, dives into the Reserve Bank of Australia's interest rate decision and its implications for the economy. Katie Gallagher, Australia's Finance Minister, discusses the pre-election budget and its impact on inflation. They explore the connection between U.S. job reports, NATO's geopolitical challenges, and the potential consequences of automobile tariffs. Additionally, they examine inflation management strategies in Australia and the broader effects of China's economic recovery.

Katy Gallagher, Australia’s Federal Minister for Women, discusses her tragic loss, career in politics, and the Federal Government’s strategy for gender equality. She shares her journey from personal tragedy to political leadership, highlighting challenges faced by women in male-dominated environments and efforts to combat violence against women.

In this engaging discussion, Katy Gallagher, Australia's Finance Minister and advocate for women's economic equality, breaks down the latest federal budget. She explains HECS indexation changes and introduces rent relief and energy bill support. The talk dives into women's health funding, from contraception to menopause therapies, and how a $27 billion deficit isn't entirely bad news. Katy addresses cost-of-living concerns and manages inflation while highlighting the importance of strategic investments. It's a no-nonsense approach to understanding how these changes affect everyday Australians.