Worsening deficits, higher spending: Jim Chalmers unveils mid-year budget update

A man wearing a black suit

Treasurer Jim Chalmers says the federal government is "urgently seeking" clarity on Trump's comments. Source: AAP / Lukas Coch

Australia's budget deficits are set to widen due to growing spending and falling tax, despite a better-than-expected forecast for the current financial year.



Share

Follow SBS Sinhala

Download our apps

Listen to our podcasts

Get the latest with our exclusive in-language podcasts on your favourite podcast apps.

Watch on SBS

SBS World News

Take a global view with Australia's most comprehensive world news service

Watch now