Good news is bad news: GDP growth fuels inflation fears
Australia's economy expanded by 2.6 per cent over 2025, above Reserve Bank forecasts, raising fears of an impending interest rate hike.
Economy, Business and Finance
No small business exemption to work-from-home laws
A legal work-from-home mandate will apply to businesses big and small as a state government eyes productivity and political gains.
central bank
economy, business and finance
inflation and deflation
interest rate
unrest, conflicts and war
Rate hike odds spike for ‘live’ March RBA meeting
The battle to tame inflation has been thrown into more uncertainty by conflict in Iran and the Middle East, the Reserve Bank governor says.
Grapes wither on the vine as record rain risks harvest
Flash flooding has hit Australia's table grape hub after record rainfall at the peak of harvest season, threatening to inflict major losses.
Casino operator’s cash stocks dwindle after big loss
Casino operator Star lost $53 million on its operations in the six months to December 31 and has $130 million left in available cash as it struggles to survive.
Aussie shares claw back losses but Iran conflict weighs
Strength in energy, mining and consumer staples stocks has capped the impact of US-led attacks against Iran on the local bourse, but major uncertainty remains.
Pop-soul singer Olivia Dean wins big at BRIT Awards
With a Grammy already under her belt, Olivia Dean has stolen the show at Britain's pop music honours, adding four BRIT awards to her burgeoning trophy cabinet.
Warner Bros signs $US110 billion deal with Paramount
Warner Bros Discovery has agreed to a $A155 billion takeover deal by Paramount Skydance.
Why the best way around traffic may be flying above it
Australia has been promised a future filled with flying taxis before but the innovative machines may finally be approaching take-off.
Writing on the wall for letter delivery in Australia
Handwritten notes, Christmas cards and household bills are making way for algorithms and gig economies in a changing world of correspondence.
‘Down Down’: Coles shares shamed as sales growth slows
Coles' half-year earnings have disappointed the market, with shares in the supermarket giant falling to their lowest level since August.
Aussie shares reset records as earnings boon rolls on
The local bourse's value has swelled by about $85 billion in February to record highs, swept up by strong interim financial results and commodity prices.
Got a phone? Prepare for an unsolicited message
Almost all Australians will get the same alert later this year as part of a nation-wide test of a new emergency warning system.
Qantas shares nosedive amid weak international demand
Qantas shares flew high in early trading but then faltered and plunged to a three-month low after Australia's biggest airline delivered mixed half-year results.
Renewables growth energises spending as inflation rises
Capital expenditure has been rising fast in Australia as the treasurer warns stubborn inflation will mean savings are needed in the budget.
High steaks: dwindling industry threatens food security
Farmers are having to send their livestock up to four hours' drive away to be processed, as limited access to local abattoirs raises food security concerns.
‘Look at the divvy’: iron ore miner’s bumper payout
Iron ore miner Fortescue has raised its interim profit and will pay out 65 per cent of earnings to shareholders, as it continues to decarbonise its business.
Coles hits back, blames inflation for prices going up
Coles blames inflation for price rises during its "down down" campaign, denying it misled customers in a case brought to court by the consumer watchdog.
Grocery giant hits 17-month high on ‘fantastic result’
Woolworths has delivered better-than-expected earnings while improving customer satisfaction scores, sending its shares soaring to a 17-month high.
‘Rise on the horizon’: inflation fuels rate hike fears
A small increase in underlying inflation has led to growing expectations the Reserve Bank will lift the cash rate in coming months.
All aboard: fast rail gains momentum after false starts
A high-speed rail network linking major cities in Australia would come at a huge cost but is gaining momentum as experts tout the cost savings for commuters.
Skyscraper scrap: mixed reaction for Trump tower plan
Rival petitions have been launched over a proposed 340-metre, 91-storey Trump tower at a holiday hotspot that's been billed as Australia's tallest building.
earnings
economy, business and finance
oil and gas - downstream activities
oil and gas - upstream activities
Net zero could put Woodside in the red in five years
Australia's biggest oil and gas producer has posted record output, but a global supply glut and the energy transition could hinder future profits.
Dumpster fire: Aussie households fail the battery test
Millions of households are risking fires by getting rid of batteries in dangerous ways and the popularity of lithium batteries is raising the stakes.
Coffee cups, truck laws leave shoppers with hefty bill
Different laws across Australian states are putting pressure on the retail sector, which wants legislative harmony between jurisdictions.
Funding all aboard ensuring fast rail leaves station
A two-year development phase will lay the groundwork for a final decision on federal funding for high-speed rail from Newcastle to Sydney.
Canada’s PM to travel to Australia to boost trade ties
Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney is set to address the federal parliament during an upcoming visit to Canberra.
More tradies on the tools a key election promise
A state premier on track for a thumping election victory is determined to focus on housing policies, promising incentives for building apprentices.
Rail link cut, shelves stripped as floods swamp outback
Flooding has cut a major rail line, inundated roads and triggered rescues but parts of the country are welcoming potentially drought-breaking rain.
Trump tower to target Australia’s ‘well-heeled’
The Trump organisation is believed to have signed a deal to construct one of its signature towers in Australia.
Unmanned petrol stations fuelling higher earnings
Australia's leading fuel retailer has benefited from converting dozens of its petrol stations to unmanned sites in what could be a sign of things to come.