ASX falls to three-week low on Iran fears
Australia’s sharemarket slid during Monday on fears the Middle East conflict could escalate but the falls were limited thanks to one banking juggernaut.
Economy
‘Suicidal move’: Iran warning for Aussies
Iran’s threatened closure of the Strait of Hormuz could have devastating consequences for the globe — and Aussies will feel it in a big way.
Trump slump smashes major Aussie company
Alarm bells are ringing for a major ASX-listed fashion business as a brutal Trump slump and inflation shock smashes share prices.
ASX cops $25bn fall after Trump strikes
Investors face a “nervous” week, with the ASX copping a $25bn loss on Monday morning as the fallout from the Middle East conflict sparks market chaos.
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Big four bank announces fresh blow to savers
In another blow for people trying to save, a major bank has cut the interest rate on a popular account for the second time in a month.
Row erupts over state’s $2.5bn brag
One state feels ‘punished’ by its share of a $95bn pool of money, while another state collects a healthy slice and declares its seventh budget surplus in a row.
Treasurer’s huge call on tax changes
The Treasurer has announced his ambition for tax reform, and while he’s tight lipped about what is on the table, two key changes have already been ruled out.
‘Call police’: Access to beach row erupts
A long-running native title stoush over a Queensland beach has led to calls for a police crackdown, after residents complained of being chased away.
Huge change to impact your electricity bill
A major change is coming to how many times energy retailers can increase electricity prices on Aussies.
Huge call to lift the GST rate
Australia should slash income taxes and lift the GST to help pay off the nearly one trillion dollars in national debt.
Shock drop in Australia’s employment rate
A surprising dip in the number of employed Australians adds to the case for back-to-back rate cuts.
Shock drop in Australia’s employment rate
A surprising dip in the number of employed Australians adds to the case for back-to-back rate cuts.
Changes for millions of Aussies from July 1
The age pension is among the sweeping changes being made to how Australians earn, save, and invest their money – and they kick in within weeks.
NZ’s furious act towards tiny island nation
New Zealand has taken a drastic step towards one of its close partners amid a row with the self-governing nation of 17,000 people.
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