· Michele Bullock Wiki · Reserve Bank of Australia WikiMonetary policy in Australia - complementarities and trade-offs
Read full speech on bis.org ↗ContextEvening speech at the 2023 Commonwealth Bank Global Markets Conference in Sydney; the Reserve Bank of Australia pursues low inflation and full employment and must balance the two.
Why it mattersBullock explains the trade-offs between inflation, jobs and financial risks.
Problems raised
- Monetary policy must balance inflation and employment.
- Prolonged easy policy can build up financial risks.
- Sharp tightening later can expose vulnerabilities.
Solutions proposed
- Use a clear framework balancing both mandates.
- Consider financial stability in monetary decisions.
- Communicate trade-offs openly.