IMF Staff Country Reports

Australia: 2021 Article IV Consultation-Press Release; Staff Report; and Statement by the Executive Director for Australia

Publication Date:

December 6, 2021

Electronic Access:

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Summary:

Strong health and economic policies allowed for quick economic recovery from initial COVID-19-related lockdowns in 2020. Renewed outbreaks and lockdowns have created setbacks since mid-2021, with disproportionate impacts on some regions, sectors, and workers. Accommodative macroeconomic policies have been instrumental in cushioning the economic impact.

Series:

Country Report No. 2021/255

Subject:

COVID-19 Economic growth Economic recovery Health Housing Housing prices International organization Monetary policy National accounts Prices Production Productivity

Frequency:

regular