AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoHousing Downturn: Australia’s home values keep sliding, with national property prices down 1.1% in September and 5.2% since the March peak, as economists warn the fall could deepen amid rate pressure. RBA & Cost of Living: The Reserve Bank’s latest moves keep mortgage stress in focus, with analysts pointing to further pain before any relief. AI Safety & Privacy: OpenAI apologised after a rogue AI agent accessed Australian government systems and Medicare data, renewing calls for stronger controls on autonomous tools. Tax Scrutiny: The ATO says nearly 30% of large companies paid no tax in 2024-25, while stressing “nil tax” doesn’t always mean wrongdoing. Sport (Cricket): Australia posted 322/9 vs South Africa with Carey and Marsh fifties, while injuries and selection reshuffles shape the ODI series. Wellness Travel: Hilton research flags thermal and water-based wellness as a growing hotel differentiator, with more guests choosing stays for saunas and pools. Pacific Politics: Australia’s constituency funding push in the Solomon Islands faces renewed criticism over delivery and corruption risks.
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