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what Chalmers got wrong on 'values-based capitalism' and fixing our economic woes

Written by John Quiggin, Professor, School of Economics, The University of Queensland

Schwartz Media

Federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers’ recent essay in The Monthly, “Capitalism after the crises”, tells us a lot about economic predicament faced by the Albanese government and governments around the world.

Arguably, the reaction to the essay tells us even more.

The essay reflects two unpalatable facts. The first is that...

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what Chalmers got wrong on 'values-based capitalism' and fixing our economic woes

Australian tutoring brand ‘Success Tutoring’ continues global expansion with launch of US office and further New Zealand sites

Garage sales are where fortunes disappear: expert warns Australians could be losing thousands by selling valuables for cents

Financial strangulation on the rise: Divorce experts warn Australians being silently controlled through money

What really happens to your recycling after the bin truck leaves? Industry leader reveals the truth Australians need to know

Dr Vivek Eranki: Doctors and nurses are leading Australia’s cosmetic injectables boom as clinicians leave hospital stress behind to build their own businesses

Alex Jamieson launches cutting-edge financial insights powered by AI and human expertise

Traditions of Rural Bali at Villa Sabana

Australia is experiencing a clean energy revolution as commercial and domestic landlords turn rooftops into revenue

Employers beware: 4 in 5 organisations see staff taking sick leave around public holidays

What to Look for in a Point of Sale System

Is federal government spending really to blame for higher inflation? It’s not clear cut

BizCover Brings Australia’s First AI-Based Insurance Quotes to ChatGPT

VistaPrint Research Reveals Australian Small Businesses Face a Succession Cliff

Corporate volunteering grows up: how companies are shifting to meaningful, community-led impact

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Why the SME is now the primary engine of global cybercrime

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