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Economy
‘Uncertain times’: Clash over trade tariffs
Peter Dutton has warned Australia could be heading for a recession, as the PM promises the government is ready for the “uncertain times” that lay ahead.
Major airline to launch delicious new perk
Fancy pizza at a Gordon Ramsay restaurant or a bucket of KFC? This juicy new perk from a major Aussie airline has you covered.
ASX defies US recession fears
The ASX 200 has bounced back after suffering its biggest one-day fall since the start of the Covid pandemic.
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‘Quiet old Friday’ as ASX gains
The ASX finished slightly up on Friday, but investors remain uncertain over a potential hung parliament and US President Donald Trump’s tariffs.
Four key challenges facing Aussie economy
As Aussies get ready to head to the polls, a leading economist warns these are the huge challenges that await whichever party wins the upcoming election.
Grim immigration outlook for Aussie business
A fall in overseas arrivals into Australia could put further pressures on struggling businesses, an economist has warned.
‘Ludicrous’: Controversial super tax exposed
It’s a controversial policy dubbed an “economy killer”, but one detail tucked in Anthony Albanese’s “cost of living” budget reveals Labor is full steam ahead.
‘Mass uncertainty’ as ASX breaks win streak
The ASX stumbled into the red on Thursday as US President Donald Trump’s freshly announced auto import tariffs stirs ‘mass uncertainty’ among investors.
‘Free fall’: Rates call nobody wanted to hear
An expert has issued a grim wake up call as countless Aussies hold their breath hoping for another interest rate cut within days.
Labor rushes through $5-a-week tax cuts
Labor has passed its $5-a-week tax cut plan, forcing the Coalition to vote against the cost-of-living relief it has already labelled as a “cruel hoax”.
Chalmers budget unlikely to sway RBA
Cost of living relief and a modest tax cut are unlikely to slow the RBA’s progress on cutting rates, according to analysts.
‘Not enough’: 2 in 5 Aussies budget forgot
Of all the budget measures Jim Chalmers announced to combat Australia’s cost of living, there was one crisis he overlooked – with devastating consequences.
Albo’s invite to Trump despite tariff threat
The offer comes amid fears Australia could be further caught up in Donald Trump’s increasingly aggressive tariff war, with an announcement due next week.
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