From Canberra insiders to an outsider described as ‘borderline brilliant’, here are the runners and riders for the Reserve Bank’s top job
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Philip Lowe enjoyed a dream start in his role as Reserve Bank governor, overseeing 29 consecutive board meetings over almost three years when official interest rates were left unchanged.
Should the treasurer, Jim Chalmers, replace Lowe when his seven-year term ends on 17 September his successor is unlikely to enjoy such a tranquil beginning.
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