Trump, the conflicts-of-interest president

• ANALYSIS
• 40 mins ago

When Donald Trump starts work in the Oval Office in January, he will have more potential business and financial conflicts of interest than any other president in US history.

Geek-chic: How Black Milk became a global phenomenon

• 1 hr ago

It all started in a yellow suburban house in Brisbane with a single plastic sewing machine, a blog, and a hope that girls somewhere would like these patterned tights.

Trump just made Buffett the world's second-richest man again

​Warren Buffett is once again the second-richest person on the planet, and he has President-elect Donald Trump to thank for it.

Small caps surge as election winners sought

(Bloomberg) -- U.S. stocks ended mixed in whipsaw trading, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average edging higher to another record in its best week in five years, as investors speculate how Donald Trump's policies will impact the economy and interest rates. Small caps in the Russell 2000 surged.

Phony Tough or Crazy Brave: it won't be Trump who runs the USA

• COMMENT

Sorry, but I find the ascent of Donald Trump more fascinating than frightening. If it's all going to be so terrible, how exactly is he going to make it happen?

'Wonderful news': Woolworths and SPC strike three-year deal

Woolworths and SPC have struck a three-year supply deal, confirming the supermarket giant will stay with the Shepparton fruit supplier.

For better or worse: Six industries Trump could sink or swim

• ANALYSIS

Trump's policies buoyed markets this week, but can they really deliver?

ASIC launches CIMIC bribery probe

• EXCLUSIVE

The corporate watchdog has launched an investigation into allegations Leighton and CIMIC failed to disclose a bribery scandal.

Trump bump puts ASX on a high

The ASX had its best week since July, as fear after Donald Trump's shock win quickly turned into optimism.

Regulators warn on volatility, deregulation under Trump

APRA chairman Wayne Byres says markets will continue to bounce around throughout the Trump presidency because of inconsistent policy statements.

Intergen Property Group launches into funds management

A new $200 million wholesale property fund has been launched by the Intergen Property Group, with a focus in value-add investments in the retail sector.

Business criticises Labor's portable long-service leave plan

A landmark plan to allow tens of thousands of workers to transfer their long-service leave entitlements from one employer to the next has been set in motion.

Amazon boss makes nice with Trump

"I for one give him my most open mind and wish him great success in his service to the country."

Markets Live: Investors gamble on Trump

The ASX has snapped a four-week losing streak as investors jump into shares after Trump's surprise win.

Is Donald Trump going to burst Australia's housing bubble?

• COMMENT

The caveat has go up front: given his propensity for lying, exaggerating and generally raving, nobody can know what Donald Trump will actually do as president. He probably doesn't know himself. 

That's a promise: public service won't rip off workers

'Undertakings' given to industrial umpire after PS workplace deals fail basic fairness test.

Trump to burst Oz housing bubble?

The rise of President Trump could spell the end of the Australian east coast housing bubble. Michael Pascoe comments.

Paul Keating calls for a 'Reserve Bank of infrastructure'

Australia's economy needs an injection of public works spending to soften the blow of plunging resources investment, says former Prime Minister Paul Keating.

New Balance burned for praising Trump

As protests against President-elect Donald Trump roil cities across America, people have found a corporate logo to symbolise their anger and dismay. It's emblazoned on the side of their shoes.

Why China might welcome trade war with the US

• COMMENT

Donald Trump's big win might seem a big loss for China. However, his policies will ultimately work to China's advantage.

Yallourn closure could follow Hazelwood, pushing power prices further

EnergyAustralia has warned of a further round of electricity price rises if its Yallourn power station in Victoria's Latrobe Valley were to close.

Are our banks making enough money?

Something unusual happened to the banks' profits this year. For the first time since the global financial crisis, they fell.

America's gift to the Australian economy: Donald Trump

• COMMENT

As we sit in the foggy aftermath of one of history's most extraordinary elections one thing is clear enough – Australia just received an enormous shot of financial adrenalin.

When Lucy rang Donald: My 2011 interview with Trump

On September 13, 2011, I woke up unusually early to place a call from Melbourne, Australia, to New York. I was instructed by the publicist arranging my interview with Donald Trump to speak to Rhona Graff, who would put me through to his mobile. (For all I know, Ms Graff may soon be a secretary of a US department.)

Pratt's US business is coming up Trumps

Donald Trump's election victory is sold - partly - as a victory for the common man in middle America, but the unexpected result is also being embraced by one of Australia's wealthiest men, Anthony Pratt.

Post US election, what is the clear trade that has emerged?

We have seen one of the most incredible financial market moves we will ever see. Chris Weston looks at the trade that has emerged as the clear favourite.

Will Trump be good for the Aussie dollar?

The Aussie dollar is more likely to be a victim rather than a beneficiary of a Donald Trump presidency.

Aldi's arch rival eyes Australia

German retail giant Schwarz Group has sought an Australian trademark for its 'Kaufland' superstore as it's sounding out the local market.

Trump to 'dismantle' Dodd-Frank law

President-elect Donald Trump plans to remake financial regulation, promising to dismantle the 2010 Dodd-Frank law, the response to the financial crisis.