Hopes RBA won’t repeat shock rates hold as board meets
The "Trumpification" of the US Federal Reserve provides an unsettling backdrop to the Reserve Bank's August meeting, where it is expected to cut interest rates.
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Mortgage holders ready for relief after past rates blow
The Reserve Bank of Australia board is expected to deliver mortgage holders more hip-pocket relief in its upcoming interest rates decision.
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Rates take back seat to affordability for home buyers
Interest rates might be weighing less on Australians' decision to buy or sell a property, with affordability now ranked as the leading influence.
‘More gruelling, precarious’: climate biting workforce
From disrupted trucking routes to teaching in hot classrooms, the changing climate is already being keenly felt by Australian workers.
Australia and New Zealand embrace in ‘uncertain world’
Regional security and global uncertainty are dominating discussions during annual talks between Anthony Albanese and his New Zealand counterpart.
‘Struggling more than ever’: Debt reaches six-year high
The number of Australians seeking help with debt has reached a record high as housing stress and utility costs weigh on budgets.
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tariff
Trump’s higher tariffs spark defiance and concern
US President Donald Trump's higher tariffs on imports from dozens of countries have kicked in.
Trump’s higher tariffs hit goods from trading partners
Donald Trump's higher import taxes on goods from more 60 nations are taking effect.
Trump says he plans 100pct tariff on computer chips
US President Donald Trump says he's imposing a 100 per cent tariff on computer chips for companies that don't make them in America.
Plan to lift GST must come with lower income tax burden
A bid to strengthen the budget and improve productivity could increase the tax burden on Australians unless a balanced approach is taken, an economist warns.
Novo Nordisk warns of layoffs as pressure mounts
Danish pharmaceutical giant Novo Nordisk, Europe's most valuable company, is eyeing potential cost-cutting measures.
US memo urges countries to reject UN plastic caps
Hopes for a "last-chance" ambitious global treaty that tackles the full life cycle of plastic pollution have dimmed.
Modi to visit China for first time in seven years
Donald Trump's unpredictability appears to have helped China and India overcome their niggles, with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi planning a visit.
Australia to take ‘sensible, middle path’ on AI control
Artificial intelligence has emerged as a potential answer to Australia's dwindling productivity but concerns have been raised over its impact on workers.
US trade deficit narrows amid drop in consumer imports
The US trade deficit narrowed in June on a sharp drop in consumer goods imports.
Titan submersible disaster was preventable: Coast Guard
A US Coast Guard investigation has concluded that the Titan submersible implosion, which killed five people on the way to the Titanic wreck, was "preventable".
Price floor sends rare earths shares through the roof
Shares in rare earths miners are soaring as the federal government indicates its support for a taxpayer-funded minimum price for the electronics ingredients.
Trump threatens steeper India tariffs over Russian oil
US President Donald Trump has threatened to slap India with an even steeper tariff if they continue to purchase so much Russian oil.
Airbnb hosts say caps won’t shift them to rental market
Short-term rental hosts would be more likely to leave their properties empty than list them on the long-term rental market to aid supply, a survey shows.
Rivers of gold pour into Kalgoorlie for mining forum
Goldminers were beaming while uranium diggers ran for cover as mining's winners and losers took centre stage at a leading industry conference.
Global consortium has Whyalla steelworks in its sights
The ailing Whyalla steelworks is in the sights of an international consortium with deep pockets and led by Australia's largest steelmaker.
Climate ratings could spare buyers from risky homes
Star ratings for resilience and winding back electric car incentives have been flagged by the Productivity Commission in its pursuit of climate cost savings.
Upward spending trend unlikely to shift needle on rates
Splurging shoppers are unlikely to dent the chances of an August interest rate cut, with consumer data tipped to deliver an upward spending trend.
‘Not right’: Australia urged to wind back tax breaks
Reforms to Australia's tax system have been politically risky, but without urgent action, home ownership could be out of reach for the nation's workers.
Markets plummet as Trump issues more steep tariffs
Global markets are reeling after US President Donald Trump announced his latest slew of steep tariffs on dozens of trading partners.
Smelter owners urged to put more on the table
The federal government has not ruled out any support measures as it calls on a mining giant to step up and save a copper smelter in regional Australia.
Year-long inquiry into CFMEU ‘thuggery’ begins
A prominent industrial relations lawyer has kicked off an inquiry into allegations of criminal links and workplace harassment in a construction union.
Trump hits dozens of countries with new tariffs
Donald Trump has set new tariffs on a wide swath of US trading partners that will test the sturdiness of American alliances built up over decades.
Business lobby rejects proposed company tax overhaul
The corporate sector is rallying against calls for a new cashflow tax for businesses, while small companies would have their rate cut under the reforms.
Trump says US to impose 25 per cent tariff on India
US President Donald Trump says the United States will impose a 25 per cent tariff on Indian goods, citing India's tariffs and non-monetary trade barriers.
Star’s sale of Queens Wharf entertainment hub stalled
Star Entertainment Group says it is unlikely to finalise an deal to sell its half-stake in a Brisbane entertainment complex by Thursday's deadline.