Finance
RBA cash rate meetings to stretch over two days
22 November
Reserve Bank board members will meet over two days and have more time to mull over key economic material as part of a shake-up to the way interest rate meetings are run. Training and support for leaders to become more open and inclusive – aimed at...[Read More]
Investment markets and key developments – Weekly market update 17/11
22 November
Global share markets mostly rose again over the last week helped in particular by good US news on inflation adding to confidence that interest rates have peaked. For the week US shares rose 2.2%, Eurozone shares gained 3.3% and Japanese shares...[Read More]
Reserve Bank spells out case for November hike
22 November
The minutes from the Reserve Bank’s November meeting have been released. KEY POINTS FROM NOVEMBER MINUTES * The Reserve Bank board considered both a 25 basis point increase and another month on hold at the November meeting. The case to lift the...[Read More]
Minor shift in inflation expectations risks RBA’s path
22 November
Consumers and businesses still believe the stint of high inflation will be temporary, and the Reserve Bank of Australia says its important it stays that way. Even a modest uptick in what’s known as inflation expectations would make it...[Read More]
People with disability receive help to advance careers
22 November
A renewed focus is being put on helping people living with a disability stay in jobs and progress their careers, amid hopes a fresh approach will change attitudes of employers. Coles Group, Compass Group, Kmart and Target Group and Woolworths have...[Read More]
PM Albanese to attend virtual meeting of G20 leaders
22 November
Anthony Albanese is set to join Vladimir Putin and other G20 leaders for a virtual summit. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is hosting the online meeting on Wednesday night (AEDT) as he wraps up his presidency of the group for the year. The...[Read More]
Quality is what people remember
16 November
Like other well-known fashion houses that have stood the test of time, Gucci is an iconic brand that has always been focused on quality. From the leather bags they made for saddles in the 1920s to the clothes and accessories the brand is known for...[Read More]
Resistance Training on a Budget? Build a Home Gym
16 November
While most people are aware of the importance of regular aerobic exercise, the significance of resistance training (aka weight or strength training) is often overlooked. It’s recommended that adults engage in at least two 20- to 30-minute...[Read More]
Navigating the Emotional and Financial Aspects of Inheriting Wealth
16 November
Inheriting wealth, while often a sign of a loved one’s thoughtfulness, also brings a mix of emotions and responsibilities. It’s a time that calls for both emotional support and practical financial planning. Taking the time to grieve and process...[Read More]
Record pay growth for hospitality workers
16 November
Wages grew strongly in the September quarter, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, with the accommodation and food services recording the strongest quarterly result in the history of the series. QUARTERLY WAGE MOVEMENTS BROKEN DOWN BY...[Read More]
Growth forecasts take shine off bumper pay packets
16 November
Australian workers had a bumper quarter for salary growth though a cooling labour market is projected to take heat out of wage improvements in coming months. The 1.3 per cent lift in the September quarter wage price index was the largest in the...[Read More]
Bikes and e-scooters pumping billions into the economy
15 November
People ditching their cars for bikes or e-scooters has spared the environment the equivalent of more than 500 return trips to the moon. Touted as the largest of its kind in Australian history, a report by EY shows cycling and e-scooter use created...[Read More]
Climate, trade on agenda for Albanese at APEC summit
15 November
Trade, climate and the digital economy are expected to be key topics for Anthony Albanese at the APEC summit in San Francisco being hosted by US President Joe Biden. The prime minister left Canberra on Wednesday to head to the Asia-Pacific Economic...[Read More]
Investment markets and key developments – Weekly market update 10/11
15 November
US equities managed to end the week 1.3% higher despite hawkish comments from Fed Chair Powell and other Fed members which led to an increase in bond yields and Moody’s decision on Friday to change the US credit rating to “negative” from...[Read More]
Spending wanes as consumers wait for next big event
15 November
Household spending has simmered down in the absence of one-off events like the FIFA Women’s World Cup, Barbenheimer and football finals. Payment data from Commonwealth Bank revealed a sharp slowdown in spending in October after a spate of major...[Read More]