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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 AUThe plucky Aussie icon that refuses to surrender to massive utes and Teslas
Once the top-selling car as petrol prices first soared over $1.50, the humble Toyota Corolla car got kicked to the curb by big SUVs and utes. Now, with fuel prices lingering over $2, the Corolla is coming back into vogue.
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Surprising reason Aussies like working from home so much: 'Rugged individuals stand up to powerful forces'
Australia sits close to the top when it comes to workers opting to work from home.
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Graph proves some Aussies shouldn't whine too hard about cost-of-living
The cost-of-living crisis has hit some harder than others and the pain being dished out is far from over.
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Interest rate cut hopes dim as hint on Australian inflation trajectory exposed: 'In the same boat'
Mortgage holders are desperate for an interest rate cut, but don't hold your breath.
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Inflation war: Bittersweet trillion-dollar milestone as government cashes in on your hard work
See how much the government is making from the inflation that has been making life tough for Aussies.
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Answer to faster interest rate cuts is right under RBA’s nose: ‘Hidden unemployed’
Unemployment figures might not be telling the whole story, especially considering how under the radar migrants looking for work can go.
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Japan offers 'bright spot' for 'trash' Aussie dollar
Australia’s currency looks like trash against the US dollar right now. But there’s a bright spot in global foreign exchange markets, and it’s our performance against the yen.
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Best kept secret in Australian property
Australia has seen a lot of inflation in the last few years. And in most places, the fastest-growing price has been property. That’s not the case in Melbourne.
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3 reasons Australia needs to worry about China right now
China’s long run of economic growth can’t last forever. We all agree on that. But when will it falter? Will it be soon? And what happens if it does?
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Frightening $2.50 petrol warning as Aussie dollar drops
A perfect storm of rising oil prices and a weak Aussie dollar is set to inflict more pain at the petrol pump and may even delay expected interest rate cuts. Jason Murphy explains.
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Aussie had no idea 'leftover crap' was $155k 'goldmine'
There was absolutely no reason to think bitcoin would survive 2023. And yet. Behold. It is not merely ticking along but has risen to a most unlikely all-time high.
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Coles and Woolworths’ ‘big secret’ exposed as Aussie growers enter ugly fight
As the supermarket price-gouging inquiry heats up, farmers are revealing the staggering profits Coles and Woolies are making on fresh produce.
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Kmart brand is sneaking into every Aussie household but there's a catch in global takeover
If you've shopped at Kmart in the past few years, you'll be well aware of the Anko brand. Jason Murphy explains why this success story is something all Aussies should be proud of.
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Musk vs Zuckerberg: 'Clear winner' as on tech titan boasts $200m a day feat
The much-hyped "cage fight" between the two tech heavyweights never eventuated but one came out on top in the battle that matters. Jason Murphy reveals all.
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The Aussies copping the biggest cost-of-living hit - and those bucking the trend
Inflation might nearly be tamed but the cost of living for many Aussies keeps rising. That is unless you're part of a select group. Do you know which one?
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Powerball numbers you shouldn't pick if you want to win $200 million jackpot
Powerball has never gone beyond $160 million before. Economist Jason Murphy breaks down the odds and how to increase your chances of winning.
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What bitcoin ETF means for Aussies and why they should be careful
Bitcoin is hitting the mainstream, but will that kill it? And is the cryptocurrency a good buy for Australians right now? Jason Murphy investigates.
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Why I bought Bitcoin and how I immediately lost money on it
I’m kind of a sucker. I bought Bitcoin last week and I couldn’t have timed it much worse. Here's why.
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How 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.