Trump ramps up trade war in tariff letters to leaders
US tariff letters sent to more than a dozen nations hint at the possibility of further negotiation but warn reprisals will be met with a like-for-like response.
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Rates hold call cuts deep but bank governor offers hope
The central bank has defied expectations of an interest rate cut as it keeps its sights on inflation and jobs figures, but relief might not be far away.
‘Not all bad news’: the Aussie upside of Trump tariffs
While Donald Trump's harsh tariffs on imports from Australia's key trading partners will whip up uncertainty, there could be an upside for consumers.
Bright spots in agriculture amid market volatility
Demand for Aussie beef looks set to remain strong, with reason for "cautious optimism" across agriculture after months of extreme weather and trade uncertainty.
Telco misdeeds sharpen case for Indigenous leadership
Repeated misconduct by major telcos in selling to remote communities highlights the need to embed Indigenous leaders, a corporate adviser says.
US Senate struggling to pass Trump’s $5 trillion bill
Voting continues into a second day as senators try to pass President Donald Trump's tax-cut and spending bill, which will add $5 trillion to the US's debt.
Submarine deal left treading water after key US talks
The foreign minister's talks with her US counterpart have not clarified whether America will continue to play its part in the AUKUS agreement.
Big bank shifts rate cut tip as retail sales disappoint
A slow start to the year for consumers continues, with weaker-than-expected retail sales a sign of "scarring" from a spike in inflation.
Trump escalates Musk feud with threat to Tesla support
The war of words between President Donald Trump and the world's richest man Elon Musk has escalated as the Senate passed a key tax and spending bill.
Security questioned after millions hit in Qantas hack
Millions of customers' details have been exposed in a cyber attack on Australia's biggest carrier that experts say is likely the work of international hackers.
Trump says US has struck a trade deal with Vietnam
Vietnam and the United States have struck a trade deal, US President Donald Trump says.
Storm-struck communities count costs of ‘vigorous’ low
Thousands of people have already filed insurance claims after a complex and powerful weather system pounded Australia's east coast.
Australians warned to not jump the gun on tax return
The national tax office has warned Australians to be patient in lodging their tax returns as the financial year comes to an end.
Final bash set to end lavish Bezos wedding party
A beaming Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez waved as they left their luxury Venice hotel for a last night of partying to celebrate their lavish wedding.
Pay penalties to be saved as workers score wage win
Weekend penalty rates will be protected by the federal government as minimum wage workers are about to get a boost to their pay packets.
G7 agrees to avoid higher taxes for US, UK companies
Firms from the United States and the United Kingdom will be exempt from a global tax agreement following a G7 announcement.
Retail spending tipped to stay soft as home prices soar
Housing prices are expected to climb ever higher, even as a predicted recovery in dwelling consents shines a ray of hope on Australia's supply ambitions.
BBC regrets not stopping Glastonbury live stream
The BBC says it should have pulled a live stream of rap group Bob Vylan's performance at Glastonbury over chants against Israeli troops.
Tech giant’s tips for Australia to catch the AI wave
Industry darling OpenAI has released an economic blueprint for Australia to capitalise on AI as concerns are raised the tech could destroy entry-level jobs.
Rice not on the table in Japan’s trade talks with US
Donald Trump has criticised Japan for not buying American rice as Tokyo scrambles to convince the US to scrap a 25 per cent tariff on Japanese cars.
Nest eggs on the boil as super guarantee cracks open
Award wages, super contributions and energy bills are rising as a new financial year rings changes for households.
Europe talks don’t rule out rejecting new US trade deal
European leaders are weighing up the latest US proposals for trade terms, with the prospect of 50 per cent tariffs if a deal isn't reached by next month.
Beijing deal will expedite rare earth exports, says US
US President Donald Trump says the US has signed an deal with China on trade after massive tariff hikes threatened to freeze trade between the two countries.
Trump cuts off trade talks with Canada over digital tax
US President Donald Trump says his July 9 trade deadline is not a fixed date, telling reporters that it could be sooner or later than that date.
Jeff Bezos weds Lauren Sanchez in grand Venice ceremony
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and journalist Lauren Sanchez have tied the knot at a star-studded wedding in Venice.
Bezos, Sanchez to exchange vows in star-studded Venice
Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez are set to exchange wedding vows in Venice today as part of their estimated $A75 million star-studded celebration.
Super funds spared billions after US axes ‘revenge tax’
The Trump administration says it won't pursue a contentious tax targeting foreign investors after negotiating a withdrawal from a global minimum tax agreement.
Bezos and Sanchez arrive in Venice for wedding party
Multi-billionaire Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez have arrived in Venice ahead of their star-studded wedding celebrations.
Household wealth hit as Trump threatens super balances
Australian super balances have fallen for the first quarter since 2022, with funds warning of further risks posed by Donald Trump's "America first" agenda.
Servos urged not to price gouge after oil price hike
The consumer watchdog is being urged to make sure motorists aren't ripped off at the bowser after Middle East strikes led to a surge in fuel costs.
‘Boring’ budget to get finances ready for future shocks
Having sped up home approvals, a building laggard is shifting focus to getting construction going in a bid to reduce the biggest strain on family finances.