Why UGL can't get a better bid
The Ichthys problem project leaves UGL with virtually no power to negotiate a higher offer.
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Activists use hard-ball tactics
Non-executive directors of poorly performing companies ought to ensure their actions match their words if they want to avoid being caught by the new hard-ball tactics of shareholder activists.
Are markets ready for Trump or Clinton?
One month out from the United State presidential election global financial markets are relatively sanguine despite uncertainty about what a victory for Donald Trump or Hilary Clinton will mean for equities, bonds and currencies.
Lessons from bank review
There are plenty of lessons from the parliamentary review of the big four banks, but here are the top five.
BoQ banks on regulatory change
During 20 years in banking, the Bank of Queensland CEO has never witnessed a more competitive market for banking services.
Third time unlucky for Thorburn
The questioning from the parliamentary committee has become more aggressive on the third day of the banking inquiry.
Banks to cop more regulation
After two days of hearings, it is apparent the banking industry is in for a period of increased regulation.
Banks not alone in complex pay packets
ANZ's Shayne Elliott told the banking review that executive pay structure was under review. That was a welcome admission.
Labor drops ball in CBA showdown
Picking winners and losers from day one of the parliamentary inquiry into the big four is easier than Chanticleer anticipated.
Qantas seeks loyalty boost from Airbnb
Under the deal, Qantas' 11.4 million frequent flyer members will earn one point for every dollar they spend on Airbnb.
The deal shaking up Australian life insurance
NAB's sale of 80pc of MLC Life to Nippon Life for $2.4b is another milestone in deepening business relations with Japan.
