NAB's de Garis Sees RBA Hiking Rates in 2H of 2018

The video discusses the Reserve Bank's economic challenges, focusing on strong activity numbers and mining sector growth. It examines the labor market, inflation trends, and the potential for rate hikes. The global economic context is considered, highlighting issues like stagnant wages and housing market dynamics. The video concludes with an analysis of the Australian housing market, noting population growth and cooling property prices.

What sector is showing signs of both brownfield and greenfield spending according to the transcript?

• Technology

• Mining

• Agriculture

• Manufacturing

What is the Reserve Bank waiting to see before increasing rates?

• Stability in the stock market

• Signs of wage growth and inflation

• Increase in exports

• Decrease in unemployment

Which global regions are experiencing similar economic issues as mentioned in the transcript?

• Middle East and Asia

• Africa and South America

• Europe, US, and Japan

• Australia and New Zealand

What trend is observed in the Sydney and Melbourne housing markets?

• Prices are unaffected

• Prices are rising rapidly

• Prices are leveling off

• Prices are dropping significantly

What factor is contributing to the continued demand for new housing in Australia?

• Government subsidies

• Increase in foreign investment

• Decrease in population

• Strong population growth