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Are Australian banks vulnerable to a global financial crisis?

Australia stands out as one of the economies in Asia that might be most vulnerable to a renewed global banking crisis. Its high external debt and current account deficit make it reliant on foreign funding. However, the strength of the banks that undertake most of the economy’s foreign borrowing should ensure their continued access to international wholesale markets.

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