Why Australia Targets 2–3% Inflation?
What’s behind Australia’s 2–3% inflation target—and why does it matter? In this episode, we break down the Reserve Bank of Australia's inflation target, how it's measured using the Consumer Price Inde...
7 Touko 202513min
Explaining the Causes of Inflation
In this episode, we unpack the key causes of inflation and explore how rising prices can stem from different sources. We delve into the three main types of inflation: demand-pull, cost-push, and infla...
7 Touko 202518min
Unconventional Monetary Policy Tools and Impact
In this episode, we explore the evolving role of central banks when traditional tools no longer suffice. While conventional monetary policy typically relies on adjusting interest rates to steer econom...
6 Touko 202518min
Inside the RBA: How the Reserve Bank Implements Monetary Policy?
In this episode, we take a deep dive into how the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) implements monetary policy, focusing on its primary pre-pandemic tool: the cash rate target. We unpack how the cash ma...
6 Touko 202515min
Monetary Policy Transmission in Australia
In this episode, we explore how monetary policy decisions by the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) ripple through the economy, shaping interest rates, economic activity, and ultimately, inflation. We br...
6 Touko 202510min
Australian Monetary Policy Explained
This podcast explores monetary policy in Australia, focusing on the role of the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA). It delves into the RBA's key objectives: achieving price stability, specifically aiming...
6 Touko 202517min
What Economists Really Do – An Overview of Career Paths
Economists are often portrayed in the media as forecasters of financial markets or inflation predictors. While those roles do exist, the real work of economists is far broader, deeply analytical, and ...
6 Touko 202517min
