![Property Insights with Mark Bouris and economist Stephen Koukoulas is back for our final economic update of the year ahead of the RBA's next decision.<br /><br />Mark and Kouky break down the latest data across Australia's economy including the job market, interest rates, wages growth, inflation and the property market. What are the numbers saying about where the RBA might be taking the cash rate in it's next board meeting and beyond in 2026?<br /><br />0:00 – Why the latest economic data shocked markets<br />3:00 – CPI, inflation and what the RBA really looks at<br />9:00 – Big business vs small business: who’s winning and why<br />15:00 – Electricity subsidies, tobacco, and distorted inflation<br />22:00 – Cost of living, real wages and bracket creep<br />30:00 – Are we overgoverned? Red tape and three layers of government<br />38:00 – GST, tax reform and “good policy vs good politics”<br />47:00 – Global economy, housing and what’s next for rates<br />55:00 – 2025–26 outlook and what to watch from the RBA<br /><br />[recorded prior to the RBA’s Dec 9th cash rate decision]<br /><br />--<br />Catch up on more episodes in the Property Insights podcast: https://yhomeloans.com.au/property-insights/<br />Chat with a YBR Broker: https://ybr.com.au/refinance-flagship-campaign-rates/<br />Get in touch with Yellow Brick Road: https://ybr.com.au/enquiry/<br /><br />Yellow Brick Road was founded by Mark Bouris to help Australians on the road to their hopes and dreams. We offer competitive rates, an all-encompassing portfolio of mortgage broking services and a network of trusted home loan experts all over Australia. For more information, visit www.ybr.com.au or call 1800 927 927.<br />#markbouris #yellowbrickroad #homeloans](https://yhomeloans.com.au/wp-content/plugins/youtube-feed-pro/img/placeholder.png)
Property Insights with Mark Bouris and economist Stephen Koukoulas is back for our final economic update of the year ahead of the RBA’s next decision.
Mark and Kouky break down the latest data across Australia’s economy including the job market, interest rates, wages growth, inflation and the property market. What are the numbers saying about where the RBA might be taking the cash rate in it’s next board meeting and beyond in 2026?
