Big bank’s apology after major outage
Customers at one of the big four banks were left outraged after its app went down.
Banking
ASX surges to reset record as banks rally
Buoyed by the financials sectors, the Australian sharemarket raced ahead to close out the week at an all-time high.
ASX resets record close thanks to banks
Buoyed by a bumper session for Australia’s largest retail bank, the benchmark set a record close on Thursday.
Demand for bank to explain branch closures
A senate inquiry examining the difficulties of regional banking has asked Bankwest to explain its decision to close 45 branches.
Price crisis pushes more out of Aussie dream
Australians, under pressure from the increased cost of living, took out fewer home loans across the first month of 2024.
Fury as major bank shuts all branches
Customers are furious as a major regional Australian bank, which is part of CBA, announced closures of every branch in favour of online banking.
ASX rebounds as financials rally
The benchmark eked out a 0.1 per cent gain on Wednesday after the financials sector rallied late in trading.
Aussies buoyed in home ownership hopes
Australians are feeling more confident about their home buying plans, and they’re prepared to make big changes to crack into the housing market.
ASX resets record high
The local share market was off to a record breaking start in March, as fresh highs on Wall Street and positive manufacturing data from China bolstered the benchmark.
ASX nears record high on RBA rate cut hopes
The ASX surged to a near record high on Thursday after soft inflation and retail data suggested an end to the RBA’s rate hiking cycle.
‘Forget loyalty’: Big bank’s new job cuts
One of Australia’s biggest banks has just announced a new round of job cuts, with some of the positions set to move offshore.
Moment scammer loses it caught on film
An Australian man has captured the moment a scammer lost his cool while trying to access the man’s bank details.
ASX edges higher as Coles, Woodside rally
With profit season nearing its end, the share market advanced for a fourth straight session on Tuesday.
ASX falls on Woolies, mining slump
The benchmark ASX 200 fell 0.74 per cent midweek, with a slump in mining stocks and ‘mixed results’ from supermarket giant Woolworths.
Bank decision shows Australia is screwed
Competition should be an essential part of Aussie prosperity but a recent decision in banked shows the whole system is screwed.
Infuriating reason ATMs now slug you $4
Getting access to your own cash isn’t just getting harder – it’s costing a lot more too, and one leading expert says Aussies should worry.
Big bank’s huge call on interest rates
Australia’s biggest bank has raised mortgage holders’ hopes by predicting interest cuts will start rolling earlier than expected, with at least three reductions before Christmas.
Shock cash move at Coles rocks community
Bank closures in regional Australia have increased the demand for cash withdrawals at supermarkets, but one Aussie giant is fighting back.
‘Persistent’: RBA boss issues new warning
Michele Bullock has defended a contentious move to lift interest rates as she made a stark warning of what’s to come.
ASX marred by cost of living pressures
Major banks are also being impacted by the cost of living pressures and the results are playing havoc with the Aussie sharemarket.
Major bank’s sneaky cash move
One of the nation’s biggest banks has made a major call on cash transactions, with many Aussies up in arms over the decision.
Insane amount Aus Post is paying for cash
With banks closing up shop in remote parts of the country, Australia Post is forking out thousands to ensure there’s cash in the towns.
Cruel truth behind vanishing bank branches
A string of bank branch closures in major cities marks a devastating shift due to impact millions of Aussies.
Glaring problem if nation goes cashless
Bob Katter’s embarrassment at having his cash refused at a cafe has highlighted a glaring problem with Australia’s move towards being a cashless society.
ASX down overall for the week
It was a mixed day for the Australian sharemarket, which was down overall for the week.
Tech, banking help ASX close higher
The Australian sharemarket made gains on Thursday in sectors including technology, banking and utilities.
Red flags to avoid on Valentine’s Day
One of Australia’s biggest banks has issued an urgent warning to stay vigilant ahead of a day that attracts heartbreaking scams.
Big bank boss to step down
The chief executive has announced he will walk away from the top job after four years with the big four bank.
Wild stat shows push towards cashless
Aussies know bank branches are shutting down rapidly, but the closure statistic for one of Australia’s big four banks is truly mind-boggling.
‘Positive signs’: ASX resets record high
Australian shares surged on Friday to reach a fresh record just two days after closing at a previous all-time high.
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