Westpac's Hassan on Australian Economy

The transcript discusses the market's reaction to Phil Lowe's stance on interest rates, highlighting concerns about inflation and the challenges of central bank communication. It evaluates the Reserve Bank of Australia's actions during the pandemic and the subsequent inflation surge. The discussion also covers the economic outlook for Australia, predicting a slowdown but not a full recession, and the risks of interest rate policies.

In what ways could clearer communication from the RBA alleviate public frustration?

What challenges do central banks face in the current economic environment?

How does consumer sentiment reflect the current state of the economy?