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Australia's growth prospects downgraded by IMF on commodities dependence

Marc Howe | October 08, 2012 | 11:07 pm Energy Precious Metals Australia Europe Coal Gold Iron Ore Uranium 

The International Monetary Fund's 2013 growth forecast for Australia has been moderately reduced due to the country's significant exposure to international commodities markets. The IMF's latest World Economic Outlook has reduced the forecast for Australian growth next year to 3%...

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