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High interest rates aren’t going away anytime soon – a business economist explains why

Written by Christopher Decker, Professor of Economics, University of Nebraska Omaha

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell speaks to reporters on May 1, 2024.Saul Loeb/AFP/Getty Images

The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady at its May 1, 2024, policy meeting, dashing the hopes of potential homebuyers and others who were hoping for a cut. Not only will rates remain at their current level – a 23-year high – for at...

The Vital Role of High-Performance Electrical Components in Aerospace, Rail and Defence
In industries such as aerospace, rail and defence, the stakes are extraordinarily high. Reliability, safety, and performanc…
Effective Strategies to Market Your Roofing Company
Marketing your roofing company effectively is crucial in a competitive market. As the industry grows, companies must employ…
Central bank independence and credibility matters. Here’s why
Olga Kashubin/ShutterstockIn the United States, President Donald Trump has been pressuring the chairman of the US Federal Res…
Time to ditch splitting the bill? Shouting a close friend could actually make you happier
Jose Calsina/ShutterstockWhen an outing calls for upfront payment, such as admission to the cinema, a play or a theme park, t…
Internet Speed as a Business Strategy
When most people think about business strategy, they imagine big meetings, whiteboards covered in plans, and ambitious goal…
New study finds the gender earnings gap could be halved if we reined in the long hours often worked by men
asylun/ShutterstockThere are lots of reasons why people work extra hours. In some jobs, it’s the only way to cover the …

Traditions of Rural Bali at Villa Sabana
A Privileged Insight into the Traditions of Rural Bali at Villa Sabana Situated in the traditional village of Pererenan near Canggu, Villa Sabana is peacefully secluded in a semi-rural setting where…

Boutique Homes announce appliance change to Fisher & Paykel
ABN Group’s residential home building brand, Boutique Homes, today announced the transition from ILVE to Fisher & Paykel for standard inclusion. Customers yet to complete interior selections and attend…

Harnessing the fossil fuel industry to combat climate change? It’s more than a pipe dream
ShutterstockMany might choke at the suggestion Big Oil could play a key role in saving the climate. But, culpability for past actions aside, it is worth considering how fossil fuel…
3 Ways To Get More Business From Traveling Retirees
If you work in the tourism industry, you’ve likely taken a huge hit in the last year. However, with vaccines being distributed around the world and people being more willing…
Knowledge sharing key to Australia’s future circular economy
Circular economy thinking is rapidly becoming a guiding force in business and government, but there is still significant work to be done in Australia to achieve a functioning circular economy. New…

Baby boomers are driving development feasibility leading to larger apartments

As residential developers continue to grapple with feasibility issues on apartment projects, the sector is struggling to deliver volumes of new st...

Hays launches FY25/26 Salary Guide: ‘Salary Paradox’ deepens as pay rises fail Australians

Rising dissatisfaction with pay, progression and perks is fuelling a new wave of career change in FY25/26, as Australians demand more from employe...

Australian Businesses Still Stuck in the AI Hype Cycle

Data Governance Failures, ROI Gaps and Unclear Strategy Slowing Progress Despite artificial intelligence (AI) dominating headlines and boardroom ag...

How to ensure your manufacturing business survives international tariff turmoil

Optimising your operations in FY2026 will help you combat the challenges of a volatile trading environment. Up, down, in out…Since the commence...

Why Apptio is Enhancing Visibility into AI and Hybrid Cloud

AI investments have become a strategic priority for business with the mindset that if you're not using AI, you're falling behind. But according to...

Beyond borders: Building a scalable strategy for international hiring

For many Australian businesses, growth increasingly depends on thinking beyond local borders. As wage pressures rise, and specialised talent pool...