‘Mass uncertainty’ as ASX breaks win streak
The ASX stumbled into the red on Thursday as US President Donald Trump’s freshly announced auto import tariffs stirs ‘mass uncertainty’ among investors.
Economy
‘Free fall’: Rates call nobody wanted to hear
An expert has issued a grim wake up call as countless Aussies hold their breath hoping for another interest rate cut within days.
Labor rushes through $5-a-week tax cuts
Labor has passed its $5-a-week tax cut plan, forcing the Coalition to vote against the cost-of-living relief it has already labelled as a “cruel hoax”.
Chalmers budget unlikely to sway RBA
Cost of living relief and a modest tax cut are unlikely to slow the RBA’s progress on cutting rates, according to analysts.
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Australia’s $4.4tn plan to avoid Trump tariffs
A bevy of cashed up Australians worth trillions of dollars have headed to Washington DC with one aim in mind – to dazzle Donald Trump.
Four dangers that could cause inflation to spike again
New CPI numbers show underlying inflation has ticked up and it’s wise to watch these factors when pinning your hopes on future RBA rate moves.
‘Threat’: Minns hits out at Trump
An impassioned state premier has hit out at US President Donald Trump, saying one of his signature policies poses a ‘big long-term threat’ to Aussies.
Bold $30b plan to ease cost of living
As the cost of living continues to bite everyday Aussies, one sector is calling on Anthony Albanese and Peter Dutton for a staggering investment as a potential fix.
‘Australia should scare you’: US warning
An American finance expert has roasted Australia’s economy as a “house of cards”, saying it “should scare” the rest of the world.
‘Left behind’: Warning for Gen Z on WFH
The man leading America’s biggest bank has lashed out at Gen Z employees and work-from-home in a wild tirade. But where do Aussie banks stand?
‘10 years: RBA boss’s timeline on cash use
RBA governor Michele Bullock says cash use is likely in “long-term decline”, acknowledging its withdrawal would hit “vulnerable” communities.
US CEO wants huge Aussie mortgage change
The head of the world’s largest investment firm has called for a new type of mortgage that would represent a major shake-up in Australia’s housing market.
Shock RBA move could change everything
Analysts have discovered a major clue that the RBA is planning to do far more than it’s letting on – and the impact could be massive for us all.
‘Unprecedented’: Australians cop huge blow
Almost everyone was celebrating when the RBA cut rates this week, but there was one ominous detail that shows how far we’ve fallen.
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