Philip Lowe

Philip Lowe

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Philip Lowe is an Australian economist who served as the Governor of the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) from 2016 until 2023. Known for his expertise in monetary policy, Lowe played a crucial role in navigating the Australian economy through challenging periods, including the COVID-19 pandemic. He gained attention for coining the term 'narrow path' to describe the delicate balance required to manage inflation while maintaining employment levels. Under his leadership, the RBA implemented various interest rate adjustments to support economic recovery. His insights into global economic dynamics and trade policy have been influential in shaping Australia’s economic outlook.

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Philip Lowe, former Reserve Bank Governor, warned Australians about their nation’s lack of commitment to economic growth.

Our political aspirants need to cut out the silly business, it’s serious economic times – Simon Bridges
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-07-30
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Former Reserve Bank boss Philip Lowe told The Australian Financial Review on Wednesday that government policies were driving up inflation and crimping productivity.

Tim Wilson calls for review to focus on inflation
The Sydney Morning Herald·AustraliaAustralia· 2026-02-18
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Philip Lowe is the first governor to hold press conferences at the Reserve Bank.

RBA governor warns of slow global economic decay due to Trump policies
The Sydney Morning Herald·AustraliaAustralia· 2025-12-15
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Philip Lowe is the Governor of the Reserve Bank of Australia and has been involved in discussions about interest rates and inflation.

Interest rates are blunt, but so is the RBA
The Sydney Morning Herald·AustraliaAustralia· 2025-12-13
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Philip Lowe, the former Reserve Bank governor, criticized Labor's spending record.

Jim Chalmers, Ted O’Brien in heated spat during economic roundtable on government spending
The Sydney Morning Herald·AustraliaAustralia· 2025-08-21
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Previous Reserve Bank governor Philip Lowe coined the term 'narrow path' to describe the difficulties facing the country.

GDP turns a corner as shoppers spend, go to the cricket
The Sydney Morning Herald·AustraliaAustralia· 2025-03-05
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