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The risks to our 2018 forecasts

Our money is on the Australian economy growing by 2.5% next year rather than 3.0%, which would mean growth is weaker than most expect and interest rates are likely to stay at 1.5%. If things are worse, you should probably blame housing. If they are stronger, you should probably thank the labour market.

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