Philip Lowe
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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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
Australia· 2026-02-18
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 policiesAustralia· 2025-12-15
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 RBAAustralia· 2025-12-13
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 spendingAustralia· 2025-08-21
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 cricketAustralia· 2025-03-05
