The ratings firm says GDP could be as low as 1.7% from their previous forecast of 2.2%

  • Then a rebound in 2021

Expect one additional rate cut from the RBA

S&P cite:

  • GDP hit from mainly tourism and education - many Chinese students may not be able to start the new academic year
  • sees lower commodity prices
  • On the bright side, a lower AUD would act as cushion
The ratings firm says GDP could be as low as 1.7% from their previous forecast of 2.2%

Deer, meet headlihgts.