Will the interest rate cut boost the Labor Party's popularity in the upcoming election?

Find out how the first interest rate cut impacts politics and the federal election in Australia.

Find out how the first interest rate cut impacts politics and the federal election in Australia. Credit: AAP / DEAN LEWINS/ Envato - Wirestock / AAP / DIEGO FEDELE/AAPIMAGE

Find out how the first interest rate cut impacts politics and the federal election in Australia.


Key Points
  • Labor Party and Prime Minister Anthony Albanese have highlighted the recent interest rate cut following 13 consecutive increases.
  • Meanwhile, the Coalition has criticised the move, with Opposition Leader Peter Dutton stating that almost all prices have surged under Labor’s leadership.
  • The number of small parties and independents is also growing, including Clive Palmer, who is campaigning on a platform inspired by US President Donald Trump.

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