IMF warns on Aussie household debt. Backs negative gearing reform

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By Leith van Onselen

With Australia’s household debt recently hitting the highest level in the world:

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The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has released its latest Fiscal Monitor, which has taken a veiled swipe at Australia’s exploding debt levels, warning that consumption and investment may be negatively affected if borrowers decide to reduce their indebtedness:

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About the author
Leith van Onselen is Chief Economist at the MB Fund and MB Super. He is also a co-founder of MacroBusiness. Leith has previously worked at the Australian Treasury, Victorian Treasury and Goldman Sachs.