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Economist Richard Holden analyzes government budget figures

1 report, 1 independent Updated Oct 8
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Richard Holden analyzed the government's Budget numbers, noting that over Labor’s first four years in office, revenue increased by $400.8 billion above pre-2022 election forecasts. Holden attributed this revenue increase to economic changes rather than new policy decisions. Despite this, the government's overall debt continues to exceed one trillion dollars.

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Why it matters

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The analysis indicates that while tax collections have swelled due to factors like inflation, government spending and inflation have contributed to rising interest rates. Holden's findings challenge the government's narrative by pointing to the continued ballooning of national debt.

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Who's involved

  • Richard HoldenAustralian economist who analyzed the government's budget figures
  • Jim ChalmersAustralian politician in the same policy context as Richard Holden
  • governmentThe governing body whose budget figures were analyzed

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Possible knock-on effects

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  • governmentSpeculative

    The government might face increased costs related to servicing its ballooning debt.

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