Another rate cut would = another transfer of income from pensioners (lower deposit rates) to corporates (lower borrowing costs). #RBA afraid to be different. How is discouraging savings via negative real rates the way to achieve economic stability? Genius!
Thanks to Dr Brendan Nelson AO for hosting Karen and I at the Australian War Memorial and thanks for your passion for this national treasure – a must see for all Australians @AWMemorial
Finally - push back on negative rates/ fiscal flexibility. Dutch Govt sends a letter to ECB signalling disapproval of further monetary stimulus. Penny finally dropping that it’s not working and why the dramatic rotation from crowded growth to value over last two weeks.
My Portugal research trip a stark contrast to visit 7 yrs ago when it was like a ghost town. Now, cranes everywhere. A disconnect with bond market sentiment. If macro ok, some extraordinary valuations on offer. Reminds me of 2000 old economy v new economy debate.
Keating the only one that gets it; top marginal tax rate is the big issue. Reform the tax system = more efficient allocation of capital and higher trend growth. Not rocket science!! https://t.co/sbtHbwZEsa
As with Brexit and Trump pollsters got it wrong because their process was wrong – 100% quantitative and no qualitative – highlights the risk with process investing. https://t.co/qSq2PJ4mV5