AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoHousing & Inflation: Rents in Australia could jump up to 30% over two years as capital gains tax concessions are removed, with NAB warning higher yields may translate into big rent rises and added pressure on inflation. Markets & FX: Asian shares mostly slipped as oil pushed inflation fears; the Aussie dollar hovered near multi-week highs while the US dollar softened on reduced rate-hike expectations. Aged Care Workforce: Aged care is becoming too reliant on migrant workers, with Ageing Australia calling it a “sleeper issue” and urging permanent visa pathways to avoid future care shortages. NDIS Overhaul: Disability advocates staged a “die-in” as the Senate debates NDIS reform, with Labor hopeful of a deal to pass the bill this week. Cyber & Ransomware: New Commvault ANZ research says one in three ransomware-hit organisations in Australia and NZ paid, and many still failed to regain data access. Finance & Competition: The Australian Banking Association says banks are competing harder for small business, driving more competitive pricing and better access to credit. Energy & Industry: Glencore’s planned Australian debut is drawing investor interest as funds look past thermal coal toward copper growth. Tech & AI: Deepgram plans an APAC HQ in Singapore after strong Voice AI demand across more than 20 markets, including Australia.
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