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Nicki Hutley Economics

@nickihutley.bsky.social
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One of Australia's most respected economists, with a special interest in climate and environment (and an avid twitcher!)

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Nicki Hutley Economics @nickihutley.bsky.social · 12/11/2025
I'm in Belém for #COP30, where tens of thousands of people are working together to progress #climate action across every possible domain, as we get closer to midnight on this existential crisis. Meanwhile in Australia, the Coaltion backpedals, because their only zero target is respect for science.🙄
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Nicki Hutley Economics @nickihutley.bsky.social · 28/08/2025
There's been a lot of talk in recent weeks about how to grow the economic pie. Very little has been said about how that pie is distributed, in a period of rising #inequality. For a wealthy country, we leave far too many behind. My latest piece. www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
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A new report highlights the staggering truth about wage inequality in Australia. Here’s what we need to do better | Nicki Hutley
This is a lucky country for many, with enviable living standards. But our wealth is not shared equally
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Nicki Hutley Economics @nickihutley.bsky.social · 20/08/2025
Big #policy reforms often come with costs to some that can't always be managed. Until we address the 'winners vs losers' mindset we risk more policy paralysis. My take on the #roundtable. Spoiler alert, #Abundance doesn't have all the answers! www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
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It’s time Australia ditched the ‘winners and losers’ mentality and built an economy that’s good for us all | Nicki Hutley
When it comes to policy decisions, too many are too quick to focus on what’s in it for them, instead of what is best for society as a whole
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Nicki Hutley Economics @nickihutley.bsky.social · 12/08/2025
Interest rate cuts are welcome but can't solve our economic malaise alone. But can households lift their heads from personal worries to support economy-wide change needed to deliver #productivity? My latest in the Guardian on this. #Ausecon #RBA www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
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Nicki Hutley Economics @nickihutley.bsky.social · 17/07/2025
Another call out to Dr Ken Henry's plea for #nature restoration and #climateaction. Especially vital now as the fed govt faces big decisions on #EPBC Act reform and our #NetZero 2035 targets, ahead of #COP30. I wrote on these issues in @australia.theguardian.com www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
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Protecting the environment has always made economic sense. Now we have proof | Nicki Hutley
The failures of our environmental protection laws mean we are not only failing nature but also undermining productivity – at a huge cost
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Nicki Hutley Economics @nickihutley.bsky.social · 16/07/2025
Watching Dr Ken Henry at the #NationalPressClub. This is the first time a fellow economist has brought me to tears. Such an impassioned speech for the #environment and need for #EPBC #reform Project by project assessment is "nuts". This is our "last best chance."
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Nicki Hutley Economics @nickihutley.bsky.social · 09/07/2025
Some thoughts on the #RBA rates decision yesterday. I wasn't so shocked by the call to hold, as by the reason for the decision www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
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The RBA’s decision to hold rates isn’t a calamity, but its shift in language is confounding – and worrying | Nicki Hutley
One minute we are told inflation is in the bag, seven weeks later we are worried that it’s not. This change in tone erodes trust
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Nicki Hutley Economics @nickihutley.bsky.social · 25/06/2025
Australia's May #CPI has delivered an opportunity for the #RBA to cut rates again in July, with a well-below market forecast for both headline and underlying #inflation. But a cut next month shouldn't be seen as a fait accompli, given the volatility of monthly reads and labour market strength
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Nicki Hutley Economics @nickihutley.bsky.social · 18/06/2025
Quote of the day: “Too often, the loudest calls for economic reform in the abstract come from the noisiest opponents of actual reform in the specific.” Well said Jim Chalmers. #taxreform #auspol #ausecon
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Nicki Hutley Economics @nickihutley.bsky.social · 17/06/2025
I'm coming to the conclusion that #humanity is reaching what I call 'peak stupid'. We seem hell-bent on destroying life on earth. And for what? My optimism levels are severely depleted today. Happy thoughts welcome!
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Nicki Hutley Economics @nickihutley.bsky.social · 01/06/2025
I wish people would stop talking about "believing" in #climatechange. Do we suggest we "believe" in gravity? Science, people. Also, just take a look at the number and size of unnatural #disasters we are already experiencing. #ABCinsiders
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Nicki Hutley Economics @nickihutley.bsky.social · 31/05/2025
Excellent article on proposed #superannuation changes, covering all the key issues. In a nutshell, the superwealthy don't have a leg to stand on, but are still going to whine about paying their fair #tax share. Thanks, Mike Seccombe and @thesaturdaypaper.com.au
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Nicki Hutley Economics @nickihutley.bsky.social · 28/05/2025
Drill, baby, drill. Albo repeats the Trump mantra as Watt drops a #carbon bomb twice the size of Coalition's #nuclear lunacy #climateemergency #gas #auspol #climatechange www.theguardian.com/environment/...
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Labor approves extension of Woodside’s contentious North West Shelf gas development
Murray Watt will approve the extension of one of the world’s biggest liquified natural gas projects from 2030 to 2070
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Nicki Hutley Economics @nickihutley.bsky.social · 24/05/2025
This is from today's Fin Review. Not even pretending mega #super balances are anything other than a #tax shelter & nothing to do with retirement. But listen to vested interests whine at the idea the average Aussie taxpayer might stop funding these inequitable lurks. Makes my blood boil! #auspol
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Nicki Hutley Economics @nickihutley.bsky.social · 20/05/2025
#RBA tone with today's interest rate cut is decidedly more dovish than we've seen in a long time. "Uncertainty" appeared 8 times, & #growth, #employment & #inflation forecasts all lower in SoMP
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Nicki Hutley Economics @nickihutley.bsky.social · 19/05/2025
AEC calls it for @nicboele.bsky.social in Bradfield. The margin is just 40 votes, so will go to a full recount. But her Liberal opponent jumped the gun going to Canberra to vote for the new leader last week. Ooops #auspol
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Nicki Hutley Economics @nickihutley.bsky.social · 12/05/2025
Considered piece on #NetZero by Tony Wood. 4 key actions needed. Robust #Climate & #Industry policies, #energy market #infrastructure, and managing #gas demand & supply. "This was never going to be cheap and easy, but it does not have to be too hard or too expensive." www.afr.com/policy/energ...
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Four critical energy and climate must-do’s in Labor’s second term
Tackling climate change and driving the energy transition may not have been top of mind for voters, but these issues will define how the government is judged in the decades ahead.
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Nicki Hutley Economics @nickihutley.bsky.social · 06/05/2025
Tonight on SBS Insight (8.30), I join a group of experts and people who are living the trauma of #climate #disasters on #insurance affordability crisis. This follows the release of Climate Council's risk map tool and report. See how your own suburb fares www.climatecouncil.org.au/resources/cl...
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Climate Risk Map of Australia
An interactive tool that localises climate change impacts in Australia allowing you to find out the potential damage risk in your area.
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Nicki Hutley Economics @nickihutley.bsky.social · 04/05/2025
Australia has voted and said a resounding No! to culture wars, climate denial, and Trumpism. The Government has a huge task ahead on economy, environment and society, but I feel renewwd optimism #auspol #auspol25
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Nicki Hutley Economics @nickihutley.bsky.social · 30/04/2025
Every Australian should understand what's happening in political funding. The right call out Climate200 funding of genuine Independents, which is actually crowd funding. We should be far more scared about groups like Atlas. #Auspol #Auspol25
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Nicki Hutley Economics @nickihutley.bsky.social · 14/04/2025
Is this what the world has come to? What happened to a US government system of checks and balances?
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Nicki Hutley Economics @nickihutley.bsky.social · 14/04/2025
Be careful what you wish for...I wonder which US tech bros are having (Trump) buyer's remorse www.afr.com//technology/...
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Nicki Hutley Economics @nickihutley.bsky.social · 11/04/2025
For those who like a podcast, courtesy of The Economy Stupid, with Peter martin, more on Trump #tariff fallout for Australia. Noting that it's a day by day (hour by hour) assessment! www.abc.net.au/listen/progr...
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Has Trump put my financial future at risk? - ABC listen
Super falling. Mortgage stress rising. Retirement plans, once solid, now blurred by uncertainty. There is an anxiety currently shaking Australian financial confidence. We unpack what Trump's latest ta...
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Nicki Hutley Economics @nickihutley.bsky.social · 11/04/2025
Skyrocketing uncertainty and plummeting confidence can have serious ramifications for the real #economy. My thoughts on the latest in the #tariff fiasco, in today's @australia.theguardian.com www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
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Australia is on an economic rollercoaster thanks to Donald Trump. What happens from here? | Nicki Hutley
I’ve seen my fair share of wild rides on the stock market. Nothing comes close to what we are witnessing today
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Nicki Hutley Economics @nickihutley.bsky.social · 06/04/2025
It's now a race to see whose US #economic forecasts can go the lowest. But pretty much consensus that China #tariff retaliation means a #recession. Stand by for IMF's global update later this month. Great job, Mr President. 😡
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Nicki Hutley Economics @nickihutley.bsky.social · 03/04/2025
Economists cop a lot of flack for all sorts of things, but we sure as heck know better than this! #trumptariffs #tariffs www.smh.com.au/world/north-...
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Trump’s ‘reciprocal tariffs’ look to be a hoax. Here’s how you can tell
For weeks, the US president has insisted it would be a matter of “whatever they charge us, we charge them”. But it has become clear that isn’t what’s going on.
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Nicki Hutley Economics @nickihutley.bsky.social · 02/04/2025
So, it's #liberationday"? Not sure who the President thinks he's liberating? In a #trade war, #tariffs of these magnitudes hurt absolutely everyone, but especially Americans. Fiasco day might be more accurate. #ausecon
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Nicki Hutley Economics @nickihutley.bsky.social · 30/03/2025
Enjoyed this discussion very much, covering the disappointing #Budget and the forthcoming #election. Show me the #Climate action, please. #SundayShot
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Nicki Hutley Economics @nickihutley.bsky.social · 29/03/2025
Looking forward to this conversation tomorrow on #TheSundayShot
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Nicki Hutley Economics @nickihutley.bsky.social · 23/03/2025
As we head into tomorrow night's Federal #budget, I have a sense of groundhog day. A few thoughts here, www.linkedin.com/posts/nicki-...
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Nicki Hutley Economics @nickihutley.bsky.social · 13/03/2025
Dumb and dumber. That's how Trump's #tariff fiasco is playing out. Australia will feel the shock waves in multiple ways. Thoughts in today's Guardian #economy #ausecon #auspol www.theguardian.com/business/com...
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Trump’s senseless tariffs will extend the economic malaise felt by so many in Australia – and around the world | Nicki Hutley
We are about to get a painful global lesson in why we should listen to, rather than denigrate, experts. No one wins a trade war
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Nicki Hutley Economics @nickihutley.bsky.social · 04/03/2025
Tomorrow's #GDP numbers will show the Assie #econo.y went from a slow crawl to a limp. But the #RBA is still hedging its bets on the next rate cut, leaving policy restrictive & growth chiefly reliant on public sector for a while longer. #Ausecon
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Nicki Hutley Economics @nickihutley.bsky.social · 16/02/2025
Good morning, BlueSky. Great to be here in what is will be a huge year for the Aussie #economy, #climate, and geopolitics.
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