NationAnalysts say a teetering British economy looks likely to fall into recession after Donald Trump’s tariffs, and while the UK does not plan to retaliate, EU states are considering their response.
newsBusiness Breaking NewsProperty shares have lifted the ASX 200 higher as markets wait for the impacts of US President Donald Trump’s trade tariffs.
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WealthBank stocks led the ASX sell-off since the start of the year but they are now offering fully franked dividend yields of 7 per cent, making investors sit up and take notice.
InsolvencyBusinessMagnis told shareholders its battery business iM3NY could be worth as much as $2bn, but liquidators sold it at bargain basement prices.
Trading DayTrading DayStar pins hopes on Bally’s as refinancing talks with Salter fail. MinRes, founder Chris Ellison slapped with class action. Zip loses in court. US Fed official worried about tariff policy ‘fog’.
newsBusiness Breaking NewsAll 11 sectors finished in the green as the Australian sharemarket soared prior to the next phase of the Trump Tariffs.
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AviationAviationVirgin Australia’s owners are pushing ahead with an IPO that could see the airline relisted on the ASX as early as June.
Trading DayTrading DayRBA board holds cash rate at 4.1pc, ‘did not explicitly discuss rate cuts’ says Bullock as focus shifts to May. ASX lifts 1pc. Housing groups welcome Coalition promise to drop mortgage buffer.
Business Breaking NewsThe ASX 200 has slumped to its worst quarter since Covid on the back of fears of an economic trade war
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MarketsBusinessBoth ASIC and the Reserve Bank have threatened to use new powers to seize control of the market operator as they lose patience with the rate of clearing and settlement failures.
Trading DayTrading DayMarkets brace for Trump’s ‘Liberation Day’. US recession probability doubles: GS. Nine, Domain fall amid CoStar talks. RBA, ASIC salvo weighs on bourse operator ASX.
MarketsThe Australian sharemarket is expected to move lower on Monday, but the mining giants could provide a degree of support.
Margin CallMargin CallSetting the record straight? Polynovo’s colourful entrenched chair, David Williams, should have gone and the preferred replacement turned down the role. Try finding that in its ASX statement.
Business Breaking NewsThe ASX finished slightly up on Friday, but investors remain uncertain over a potential hung parliament and US President Donald Trump’s tariffs.
Trading DayASX ekes out small gain. Election Day is May 3. Bad weather delays Incitec Pivot fertilizer sales. Big east coast gas users back Dutton plan as producers pan it. Virgin clears last barrier on Qatar flights. Star’s Sydney casino licence suspension continues.
Business Breaking NewsThe ASX stumbled into the red on Thursday as US President Donald Trump’s freshly announced auto import tariffs stirs ‘mass uncertainty’ among investors.
Trading DayTrading DayStocks lost ground on US auto tariffs, though US futures have recovered early losses. Nine-controlled Domain preps for due diligence after $2.8bn offer from US group. Tech rout, AusSuper selldown weigh on Richard White-led WiseTech. Reject Shop rockets nearly 110 per cent on Canadian takeover proposal.
Business Breaking NewsThe local sharemarket has secured its fifth consecutive day of gains on Wednesday as optimistic investors rallied in 10 of 11 sectors.
BudgetMarketsSubsidies and tax cuts announced in the federal budget could support the outlook for consumer spending, with some analysts looking at the retail sector as a potential beneficiary.
Trading DayTrading DayVulcan’s European tick triggers investor rush while Jeanswest goes in administration again. Paladin shares sinks as rain washes away guidance, Whyalla interest boosts BlueScope and rate cut hopes up on Feb inflation fall.
NewsWirePresident Trump’s hawkish tariff talk has softened and the local bourse soaked up the resulting Wall St boom.
Trading DayTrading DayWA miner Gold Road hits record amid standoff with rejected suitor, partner Gold Fields. Regal in recovery mode as Opthea questions remain. James Hardie stays in the red after analyst ratings changes. Budget to reveal worsening debt outlook.
Business Breaking NewsThe Australian ASX200 has seesawed as markets await major economic updates, including just what Donald Trump will do next on tariffs.
Trading DayTrading DayBuilding products giant James Hardie’s likely paying too much for US buy. Potential loss of CBA contract hits Helia. Regal dives as pharma group Opthea enters suspension amid survival talks.
MarketsMarketsThe ASX wants to make it easier for companies to list — and stay listed — amid a surge in private companies and investments.
Business Breaking NewsA rally in Woolworths and Coles shares on Friday helped the ASX finish higher on Friday, helping to lift the ASX to its best weekly gain in 2025.
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CompaniesCompaniesWilson Asset Management is optimistic the latest court fight over control of Keybridge Capital may be its last with markets figure Nick Bolton.
Trading DayTrading DayTWE on watch as US winemakers now push for tariffs on Australia. Rio joins race for billionaire Mark Creasy’s WA project. Woolworths, Coles mark best day in years after ACCC’s damp squib supermarkets report.
BusinessBusiness Breaking News‘Pretty positive’ reactions from news from the US Federal Reserve and local employment data led the Australian sharemarket to its best day in six weeks.
Trading DayTrading DayAUD down on 53,000 fewer jobs in Feb. Judo dives as Bain, GIC offload stake. Rinehart-backed Arafura’s best day in almost a year. Red flag raised after $20m withdrawal by Star patrons. Nanosonics is top mid-cap gainer after US FDA tick.