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The global economic outlook is “dim” according to a new report, driven by uncertainty over Trump’s economic and trade policies.
On this episode of Dollars & Sense, Greg and Elinor discuss the latest World Economic Outlook from the International Monetary Fund, the latest trade spat between the United States and China, why fewer Australians are travelling to America, and the Australian Government’s backdown over superannuation.
Dead Centre: How political pragmatism is killing us by Richard Denniss is available now via the Australia Institute website.
This discussion was recorded on Wednesday 15 October 2025.
Host: Greg Jericho, Chief Economist, the Australia Institute // @grogsgamut
Host: Elinor Johnston-Leek, Senior Content Producer, the Australia Institute // @elinorjohnstonleek
Show notes:
The IMF reckons the global economy remains ‘in flux’, but the Trump effect is real – and Australians aren’t fooled by Greg Jericho, Guardian Australia (October 2025)
Global Economy in Flux, Prospects Remain Dim, World Economic Outlook, International Monetary Fund (October 2025)
US International Inbound Travel Remains Weak for 2025, Tourism Economics (October 2025)
Photo: The White House/Flickr (U.S. Government work)
Theme music: Blue Dot Sessions
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