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Jason Murphy is an economist and journalist. He started his career working at the Commonwealth Treasury, and ended up in journalism, but not before completing a stint living in the middle of the Pacific, managing the national Budget of the world's smallest country: Nauru. He has since written for the Australian Financial Review, The Guardian, Crikey,com.au, news.com.au and many other mastheads. Jason is also the author of Incentivology, published in 2019 by Hardie Grant.
Yahoo Finance AUHow Australia's housing will evolve as our population booms
With Australia's population set to double in the next 50 years, one of the biggest changes we can expect is how and where we live. Jason Murphy investigates.
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Tax secrets of the most profitable private companies
Australia's economy is bursting with private companies you almost never hear about. Billions of dollars flow through them each year. Jason Murphy investigates.
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Aussie retirees forced into share houses as super runs out: 'Pension doesn’t pay the rent'
A lot of Aussies who began their adult lives in share houses may come full circle and end up in one again in retirement. Jason Murphy explains.
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RBA boss's interest rate warning as inflation data looms
The number in today’s consumer price index will be vital in determining whether the new RBA boss hikes rates on Melbourne Cup Day.
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RBA fears interest rate hikes not enough to control inflation: 'That's going to impact people'
Aussies had been expecting the next interest rate move to be down but the war in the Middle East may force another hike before any cut. Jason Murphy explains.
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Farmer's pain is shopper's gain: Aussie meat 'cheaper than chicken'
Could lamb save us from inflation? At current prices, it's quite possible. Jason Murphy explains.
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What your health insurance premium is really funding
While health insurance premiums have remained relatively stable, insurance companies are still raking in profits, and that's not good for the health of the nation. Jason Murphy explains.
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Inflation goes the wrong way: Here's why it could get worse
Soaring petrol prices and a jump in the cost of a loaf of bread made August one of our worst months for inflation.
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The Aussie dollar is the grinch stalking Christmas
It could be a 'Made in China' Christmas for many Aussies. Jason Murphy explains why.
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Petrol price pain: How fuel defies the laws of economics
As many families gear up for school holiday road trips, the current spike in petrol prices will likely erode some of their entertainment funds. Jason Murphy explains.
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Relief after outrageous $6.50 long black but another favourite set to skyrocket
The surge in coffee prices looks set to ease but it's all bad news for chocoholics. Jason Murphy explains.
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The China risk and how Australia is exposed
The property meltdown unfolding in China could have huge consequences for Australia, including recession. Economist Jason Murphy explains.
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Surging petrol prices: Why there is nothing you can do
Prices might be coming down for most everyday items but petrol is hitting record highs. Economist Jason Murphy investigates.
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Show the Matildas the money: Why their greatest fight is off the field
The Matildas have won the hearts of the nation but can they go on to win the World Cup and a pay rise to match? Economist Jason Murphy investigates.
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How China is driving Aussies towards EVs
Hybrid cars have been on Aussie roads for a long time but EV sales are now surging. Economist Jason Murphy breaks down the numbers.
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Australia’s surprise superannuation hotspot
Your location says a lot about how much you have stashed away in super. But one city reigns supreme. Jason Murphy explains.
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Hopeful sign cost-of-living crisis may soon come to an end
Australia usually follows America in just about everything so, inflation should be no different, right? Economist Jason Murphy investigates.
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Interest rate hikes: Why Aussie households are hit harder
The idea of a mortgage with an interest rate that changes would make an American faint. Economist Jason Murphy explains.
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The Aussie workers claiming $20k in tax deductions
What tax deductions do people claim to maximise their refunds? Economist Jason Murphy has all the details.
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Taylor Swift: The real reason concert tickets cost so much
As Taylor Swift tickets go on sale this week in Australia, concertgoers will be slugged with some of the highest prices in history. Economist Jason Murphy explains why.