The International Monetary Fund has published the press release, staff report and Executive Director statement for Australia’s 2025 Article IV consultation, arguing that the re-elected government’s reform agenda comes as the economy converges back toward balance after a period of high inflation. The report frames this shift as an opportunity to pursue ambitious structural reforms to address medium-term challenges, centred on three stated goals: boosting productivity, maintaining fiscal sustainability and ensuring economic resilience amid an uncertain global outlook.
International Monetary Fund 2026-02-15
International Monetary Fund publishes Australia Article IV consultation highlighting reforms to lift productivity and sustain fiscal resilience
The International Monetary Fund released documents for Australia's 2025 Article IV consultation, highlighting the government's reform agenda as the economy stabilizes post-high inflation, with a focus on productivity, fiscal sustainability, and resilience.