# Michelle Grattan

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## Timeline

- **2026-05-12**: Budget Night — The Australian Federal Budget is delivered, revealing the full extent of geopolitical fiscal adjustments.
- **2026-04-15**: Pre-Budget Submission — Treasury begins finalizing revenue forecasts based on volatile commodity prices.
- **2026-03-19**: Grattan Analysis Released — Michelle Grattan warns that the conflict will be the defining influence on the upcoming budget.
- **2025**: Regional Escalation — Conflict in the Middle East intensifies, impacting global shipping and energy benchmarks.

## Recent coverage (1 stories)

### Australian Budget Braces for Geopolitical Shockwaves from Middle East Conflict
2026-03-19 11:41:18 · Sentiment: Neutral · Impact: 6/10 · Sources: 4

The Australian Federal Budget is facing a 'defining influence' from the escalating conflict in the Middle East, forcing a recalibration of fiscal priorities. Analysts warn that rising energy costs and defense requirements are complicating the government's efforts to provide cost-of-living relief while maintaining a surplus.
Full story: https://getfinancebrief.com/story/australian-budget-mideast-war-impact-2026

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