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Coal mine fire throws doubt on Anglo rescue plan
Miner Anglo American is fighting an underground fire at its beleaguered Grosvenor mine in central Queensland, in a fresh blow to the company’s safety and operational credentials.
‘Stuck in the past’: Roma business bringing western fashion into the future
Based in South West Queensland, Rawhide Rural is taking the western fashion world by storm. Find out how the brand has gone international in just over a year.
Hot advice: Danger of online product reviews
Want a good electric blanket or other household item? Scott Pape says in an age of fake reviews, there’s one key place to check.
One of the most spectacular EVs you can buy … and it’s fast
This Audi RS e-tron grand tourer looks fast and expensive … yes, you can judge this book by its cover.
Myer’s radical plan is all about Solomon Lew
The billionaire retailer is calling all the shots in Oliva Wirth’s audacious bid for the department store to get bigger.
China versus India: where share investors should focus
The stock market popularity contest between the world’s most populous nations has one clear winner, but the future is clouded.
Barefoot says diamonds are a rough decision for today’s buyers
Barefoot Investor Scott Pape says diamond rings are decades-long marketing con job, as much cheaper lab-grown stones emerge.
The $6300 tax break that property investors miss
Real estate investors are battling high interest rates like other borrowers, but many have a way to claw back big bucks.
Most ‘affordable’ seven-seater EV you can buy at $100k
The Kia EV9 Air is a seven-seat SUV all-electric offering which shows how good the future could be.
Why CEOs don’t want Dutton’s nuclear disruption
For business, nuclear represents a solution to a problem that is set to be solved by the time the first reactor is switched on.
Three reasons this interest rate cycle is weirder than usual
Despite thirteen interest rate rises since May 2022 and some economists tipping more by the Reserve Bank board, things are not happening as they should. Here’s why.
Hybrid that has sporty looks but is a miser on fuel
Despite being late to the hybrid party the Hyundai Kona comes with good looks and thrifty ability.
Investors: how to turbocharge your refund
A tax time windfall awaits for investors and small business owners who follow these experts’ end-of-financial-year tips.
The common smartphone app that’s ripping you off
Barefoot Investor Scott Pape says consumers are being overcharged by technology when they pay for things.
Costello’s exit exposes deeper crisis at Nine
Nine is now moving toward full-blown crisis mode as the media company lacks the authority to deal with its deep-seated cultural issues.
Bank merger eyed to combine $17bn in assets
Beyond Bank Australia, P&N Bank and BCU Bank are set to be combined under a plan unveiled as “a merger of equals”.
GDP pain: why we’re already in a two-year recession
By one key measure, Australia is battling through a long-running recession, and new economic numbers suggest it’s getting worse.
Electric benefits but with the backup of a feisty engine
Luxury marque Audi offers short journey electric benefits with a petrol engine back-up in its Q5 SUV.
Why the big four banks’ bullish run is looking wobbly
They’ve starred on the share market in 2023-34, but shares in CBA, ANZ, NAB and Westpac look set for tougher times. Here’s why.
How can companies live beyond 100 years?
Longevity in organisations is rarer than you think. Here are some of the habits of healthy old companies.
Holy guacamole: Can Guzman hold its spicy IPO price?
The Tex Mex upstart says it has cracked the secret sauce for success but with shares set to be more expensive than Domino’s, will investors get bang for their big bucks?
Watch for bargain deals on this capable and confident SUV
With a new version of the Volkswagen T-Cross SUV coming soon, watch for outgoing model bargains.
Overseas shares shine: the top markets for your money this year
Investors are flocking to international shares as global stocks leave Aussie companies in their dust. See where we rank in 2023-24.
Lendlease’s grand plan to bring $4bn back home
The Lendlease boss Tony Lombardo is expected to take a significant step towards reshaping his pressured property play.
Powerful Star casino monitor ‘passed over for top job’
The independent manager who now holds the fate of Star’s NSW licence had previously eyed a top executive job with the casino.
Tax time 2024: make your moves now for a financial party
There’s a big reason to plan tax deductions now, because you can snare a larger refund from the ATO this year.
Why Citi thinks US economy could still stall
Citi banker Lucy Baldwin is one of the few market bears still standing. This is why she thinks there could be a hard landing.
New compact hybrid which feels premium with price to match
Hybrid technology has now expanded to Nissan’s Qashqai Ti premium compact SUV
Earn vs. burn: Why Qantas needed to sharpen its loyalty
There is more at stake than winning over customers, Qantas’ frequent flyer scheme represents a business too big to ignore.
Should you buy booming bitcoin, gold, both or neither?
Price records are tumbling for bitcoin and gold as buyers dive in, and investors are wondering whether to buy or take some profits.
Unlocking your super: when and how you can grab it
Retirement, health and hardship are among ways we can access our slice of the nation’s $3.7 trillion superannuation nest egg.
Real estate tax tricks to think about today
Tax on property can deliver painful problems, but also big gains, so acting well before the financial year ends is often crucial.
The European seven-seater which is still outstanding for its age
Approaching the end of its life cycle, the Skoda Kodiaq seven-seater remains a good value option
Perfect SUV for those who like to look fast, but take things slow
The Volkswagen T-Roc R-Line compact SUV ticks the sporty looks box for those who don’t want raw speed
Westpac CEO walks a costly path out of tech wilderness
Bank tech overhauls are dangerously complex, eye-wateringly expensive and are never delivered on time. So why move now?
Best and worst shares: a March quarter scorecard
A rollercoaster ride on the stock market ended with a pre-Easter flourish. See the March quarter’s biggest winners and losers.
Inflation’s impact: what the numbers mean for you
The prices squeeze continues, and it spells uncertainty for households and businesses despite the lower than expected consumer price index result.
Oil, gas needed for years: Larry Fink walks back green shift
One of the world’s most influential ESG investors argues energy security is just as important in the move to net zero.
Solomon Lew’s retail revolution: behind the three-way split
The billionaire retailer is again turning convention on its head, with the path to getting bigger could be by going smaller.
Insider exposes Facebook owner’s deepest fears
It’s playing hardball with Australia and other countries, but Meta whistleblower Frances Haugen has urged regulators to call the social media company’s bluff.
‘I lost $13bn’: How NAB’s boss reset banking
After four decades running banks across the world, there’s one thing that stands out for Ross McEwan.
Famous faces head to Roma for Easter in the Country
Thousands of tourists, including some famous faces, will be treated to some good old-fashioned country hospitality throughout Roma’s Easter in the Country. The festival president shares her insider tips of what not to miss over the weekend.
A $19bn dividends shower is on its way
Millions of people will receive a huge Easter gift this week with a flood of dividends from Aussie companies. See the payment dates.
The power play behind casino chief’s shock exit
The stand-off is a deeply serious moment for the Star casino that now risks losing everything.
New look Soul Patts has Perpetual right where it wants
A subtle move by Soul Patts boss Todd Barlow speaks volumes about his intentions for the under-pressure wealth manager.
Ice cream and the art of CEOs keeping it simple
Global consumer giant Unilever wants to do fewer things and to do them better. Australian business is starting to catch on.
Office-to-home conversions could help fix housing crunch
Turning unused office space into residential housing might make investment sense, but cost barriers and other hurdles remain.
Has Ryan Stokes overplayed his hand in Boral battle?
The ball is now firmly in Ryan Stokes’ court, including whether he comes good on his threats to squeeze out Boral’s board.
Fate of UK bank buyout in our hands
Why is Virgin Money so eager to do a deal with a bigger rival at such a knockdown price, and how do Aussies play such a major role?
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