Super changes hurt rather than help
A rare show of bipartisanship has broken out in Canberra. Unfortunately, it just means a big bi-partisan mistake.
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Geoff Wilson's waiting for the 'great unwind'
The ideal scenario right now for high-profile fund manager Geoff Wilson from Wilson Asset Management is for another global financial crisis to hit.
Miners boost ASX, Fortescue at 5-yr high
Miners powered the ASX higher on Wednesday as investors took a record Wall St lead to build the rally's strength through the day.
Super laws package clears parliament
Treasurer Scott Morrison has hailed "considerable progress" in the budget program after the government's superannuation package cleared parliament.
Banks raise rates by 60 basis points
Lenders are raising the cost of buying property by up to 60 basis points in the latest round of mortgage rises, with ME Bank set to annouce a variable rate hike of up to 10 basis points.
Why WAM fell back in love with the banks
Portfolio managers at Wilson Asset Management explain why their bearish view on the big four banks changed "quite remarkably" over...
Cash-strapped firms 'to drive maintenance boom'
Labour hire giant says says spending on maintenance and repairs across the nation will grow twice as fast as the broader economy.
Metcher family defends union boss
The family of union boss Jim Metcher has defended him over his domestic violence history.
Construction slumps, home building falls
ABS and HIA figures add to evidence a cooling market is prompting developers to put new projects on hold.
'Scary' Arctic warmth triggers warnings
Scientists are surprised and alarmed by temperature levels 20C above normal, as this year looks set to break records.
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