About this episode

The episode discusses rising oil prices amidst geopolitical tensions and features an interview with ANZ's Chief Economist on China's economic outlook.

US stocks are solid after a 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon was announced, but oil has risen as the Strait of Hormuz remains closed. And Australia’s jobs market doesn’t tighten, which may help the Reserve Bank of Australia. And then in our deep-dive interview, ANZ Chief Economist for Greater China Raymond Yeung analyses China’s economic prospects after a strong Q1. Before accessing this podcast, please read the disclaimer at ⁠https://www.anz.com/institutional/five-in-five-podcast/⁠

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