Why the fight against scams just got serious
All banks are now on the hook as the corporate regulator asks ‘how much is enough’ when it comes to protecting customers.
Economics
Academic and banker to join policy board
The Treasurer has appointed distinguished economics professor Renee Fry-McKibbin and former Bendigo Bank boss Marnie Baker to the Reserve Bank’s new rate-setting board as part of the new-look central bank structure.
All eyes on Jim as PM seeks an economic fix
Jim Chalmers’s luck has run out, as Anthony Albanese turns to him to reverse the government’s fortunes and get it back on-message months out from a tight federal election.
Inside new Westpac CEO’s plan to rebuild the bank
Taking the reins of Westpac on Monday, one of Anthony Miller’s first tasks will be to visit call centre staff – who are the eyes and ears of the banking giant and hear exactly how customers feel.
Deficit to grow in mid-year budget update
Economists have warned Jim Chalmers it is already too late to offset the ballooning budget deficit as the prospect of a federal election looms.
‘Don’t waste crisis, seize the moment to act on reforms’
Our annual poll of Australia’s business leaders lays out a vision that can pull the nation out of its low-growth future. But it will need a team effort.
Invest in training to boost productivity: Australia Post CEO
Paul Graham says improving Australia’s skills base and digital literacy will help enhance productivity.
Eyes on the US and the Trump effect
Corporate Australia will be watching the impact of a Trump presidency, with those operating in the US expecting to benefit from a pro-business regime despite the prospect of tariffs hitting the global economy.
Invest now to be ready for AI era: Telstra CEO
Vicki Brady says policy and regulation need to support long-term investment in infrastructure so Australia can realise the benefits of a digital future.
Interest rates need to fall to support economy: Scentre CEO
Elliott Rusanow says interest rates need to be ‘materially lower’, and the lack of affordable housing in bit cities is a ‘handbrake’ on labour market efficiency.
China stimulus, household spends on RBA watch
The spending patterns of China and Aussie households over the next few months could be key to informing good monetary policymaking, a key RBA official says.
Time is now to drive productivity: BHP CEO
Mike Henry says political leaders need to ask if they are moving towards Australia being a more competitive place to invest and do business.
Release more land to help fix housing shortage: Brickworks CEO
Mark Ellenor says addressing Australia’s housing shortage and affordability, and a pragmatic approach to the energy transition, are key to lifting Australia’s competitiveness and productivity.
GDP growth weaker if rate cuts delayed: AMP CEO
Alexis George says Australia’s economy has slowed to a crawl, amid the biggest slump in per capita GDP since the early 1990s recession, outside of the pandemic.
Rate cuts will require discipline: Ampol CEO
Matt Halliday calls for economic discipline, to enable the forecast interest rate cuts that will assist in stimulating the economy.
Focus on keeping energy costs low: APA Group CEO
Adam Watson is focused on doing everything he can to keep energy costs low, amid an uncertain environment.
The signs of recovery are promising: ANZ CEO
Outgoing banking boss Shayne Elliott says we may have passed the worst but risks remain in the outlook.
Rio Tinto CEO: This is a pivotal moment for the nation
Mining boss Jakob Stausholm says Australia needs to grasp the opportunities and ensure it does not price itself out of the market.
Market confidence is returning: UBS
Investment banking boss Anthony Sweetman says despite cash rates holding high, confidence is coming back around dealmaking.
Westpac CEO: ‘Inflation fight is not over yet’
Anthony Miller warns cost pressures are still simmering through the economy and could change the timing for rate cuts.
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