Healthcare stocks dragged down by CSL
The ASX made a third-straight day of gains after a week of global volatility, with financial and consumer stocks pushing a marginal gain.
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Aussie wages rise for June quarter
Australian wages have ticked up nearly 1 per cent in the past three months.
Deadly risk in common Bunnings item
A common item sold at Bunnings Warehouse stores across the country has been recalled over fears it could seriously injure or kill young children.
ASX fights back after more US pain
The ASX has clawed back some ground after sweeping meltdowns on global sharemarkets led to big losses at the start of the week.
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Online shopping boom ‘permanent’
Australia’s biggest purely online furniture and homewares retailer says the COVID-19 shopping frenzy is here to stay, pointing to US trends.
It’s now cheaper to buy than rent
The boss of one of Australia’s major banks says low interest rates have created an unusual situation for people facing an age-old property conundrum.
Packer spared royal commission grilling
The reclusive billionaire has not been called to give evidence at the Crown Resorts royal commission in Perth, but that could change.
Miner’s iron ore output dips but price soars
A decade-high iron ore price will offset a dip in Rio Tinto’s prized Pilbara production as the cave blast debacle continues to weigh on the CEO’s mind.
Aussie tech darling says US a priority
Australia’s tech darling Afterpay has revealed the US has become its primary sales market and is considering a potential stock exchange listing.
What’s driving eye-watering house prices
A pressing deadline and a last-minute rush have stoked the nation’s ‘gangbusters’ housing market. Sales have soared in one state in particular.
Market ‘within touching distance’ of milestone
The ASX has racked up five straight days of gains, the All Ordinaries Index has hit an all-time high and the S&P/ASX200 is closing in on its record.
How to smash your credit card debt
Caught in a debt trap juggling credit cards charging eye-watering interest rates? Here’s one solution to get free.
$3bn proposal to oust Packer from Crown
A global investment firm has proposed a multi-billion-dollar deal that could push billionaire James Packer out of Crown Resorts.
Trait that’s costing millennials big
A trait more prevalent in younger generations is seeing Aussies lose out when it comes to finding the best deal, with experts revealing the best way to shop.
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