Aussies lose millions in Trump tariff chaos
They haven’t been implemented yet, but just the threat of Donald Trump’s US tariffs is damaging some of Australia’s biggest businesses.
Economy
Chalmers eyes biggest threat to Australia
The Treasurer shared the biggest to Australia’s economy, amid a toughening global trade war ignited by Donald Trump, and a slowing Chinese market.
Trump confirms trade deals, nations named
Donald Trump confirms he has made potential trade deals with three countries — but they are not Australia.
‘Savage cuts’: Coalition’s costings slammed
With just two sleeps to go until the federal election, the Coalition has finally released its costings, drawing fire from Jim Chalmers.
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Albo can’t rule out raising taxes
Anthony Albanese has been unable to rule out increasing taxes after the election, with the Opposition seizing on the admission before Saturday’s election.
Why Aussies could spend more on mortgages
Struggling mortgage holders will get a rate cut in May, but are now tipped to get less over the rest of 2025, an industry expert warns.
Scary new Aussie election trend appears
Experts have slammed an apparent co-ordinated scare campaign in the dying days of the election race has been savaged by experts.
Rate cut firms on latest inflation read
The Reserve Bank of Australia is tipped to cut interest rates when it meets in May following the latest inflation print.
Rate cut firms on latest inflation read
The Reserve Bank of Australia is tipped to cut interest rates when it meets in May following the latest inflation print.
What Albo, Dutton will do to keep you safe
From Russia trying to sneak bombers onto Australia’s doorstep to Chinese warships lurking off the vast coastline, the country is staring down uncertain times.
Surprising items Aussies giving up
Supermarket giant Coles reveals the items Australians are cutting back on due to cost-of-living pressures.
ASX closes at fresh two month high
Soaring energy, utilities and information technology stocks drove the ASX200 higher on an overall positive day for the market.
‘Dumb, dangerous’: Guru slams election
One of Australia’s top finance gurus has torn shreds off Peter Dutton and Anthony Albanese’s key policies.
Key issue that could sway election
Gen Z and Millennial voters are now the largest voting block in Australia and a new poll has delivered a clear warning to the major parties about what they want.
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