Jim Chalmers’ bad week: an economic dumpster fire and Labor squabbling

Key points

• Treasurer Jim Chalmers faced criticism from across parliament this week, while attending international financial talks in Bangkok. He was forced to deny being sidelined by Anthony Albanese over a tax office credit card payment ban.
• Rising inflation and interest rates have added pressure, and some Labor MPs say the government's standing has cooled. Critics say the government announced policies before working through the details.
• Chalmers says he is taking feedback on board.