Jim Chalmers blames interest rate rises for ‘smashing’ economy

ABC NEWS (Australia) 2024-09-02

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The Treasurer has pointed the finger at successive interest rate rises for a stagnating economy. The government is anticipating weak economic growth when figures are released this week.
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