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Controversial pollie barred from US
CHRISTIAN Democrat Fred Nile was blocked from entering the US for Donald Trump’s inauguration, after being classed as a “security threat”.
Figure that proves prices are out of control
IT’S the figure that proves house prices are out of control: the average Sydneysider now needs to spend almost half their income on their mortgage.
Dow hits 20,000 for first time
THE Dow Jones Industrial Average has eclipsed 20,000 for the first time ever, boosted by optimism around President Donald Trump’s pro-growth policies.
You should shun Sydney, Melbourne
THESE maps prove home ownership in Australia isn’t that hard. As long as you’re willing to get out of Sydney or Melbourne.
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Dow hits 20,000 for first time
THE Dow Jones Industrial Average has eclipsed 20,000 for the first time ever, boosted by optimism around President Donald Trump’s pro-growth policies.
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THE British government will introduce legislation within days seeking parliament’s approval to trigger Britain’s divorce with the European Union.
Dollar creeps higher against USD
THE Australian dollar is slightly higher against its US counterpart, which recouped losses suffered following Donald Trump’s protectionist comments.
Index / Security | Price | Change | Percent |
---|---|---|---|
All Ords | 5726.0 | +19.700 | 0.34% |
S&P/ASX 50 | 5664.5 | +21.900 | 0.39% |
ASX200 | 5671.5 | +21.400 | 0.38% |
S&P/ASX 300 | 5625.0 | +20.900 | 0.37% |
S&P/ASX MidCap | 5872.9 | +19.400 | 0.33% |
S&P/ASX Small Orders | 2369.7 | +7.0000 | 0.30% |
S&P/ASX 20 | 3299.9 | +16.400 | 0.50% |
S&P/ASX 100 | 4705.3 | +17.900 | 0.38% |
Currencies
Currency | Value |
---|---|
AUD/USD | 75.57 |
AUD/EUR | 70.37 |
AUD/GBP | 59.86 |
AUD/JPY | 85.84 |
AUD/NZD | 1.04 |
AUD/CAD | 98.83 |
Pauline’s surprising $2.3m backers
QUEENSLAND cabbies have unanimously voted to fund a $2.3 million “slush fund” to support One Nation at the state election.
Alibaba revenue surges to $10b
ALIBABA’S revenue leapt 54 per cent year-on-year for the quarter ended in December, spurred by rapid growth in Chinese online shopping.
Female reporter punched in face
A CONSERVATIVE female journalist covering the anti-Donald Trump Women’s March was punched in the face by a male protester.
Why your ‘security question’ sucks
SO-CALLED “security questions” long ago outlived their usefulness, but banks still pretend they work. Here’s why they are “absolutely brain dead”.
What Trump’s move means for Australia
DONALD Trump’s decision to kill the TPP deal with Australia is a hammer blow politically, but what effect will it actually have on Australia?
Queensland lockout laws scrapped
STATE Cabinet has voted to scrap the 1am lockout and bring in mandatory ID scanning in nightclub precincts in Queensland.
Controversial pollie barred from US
CHRISTIAN Democrat Fred Nile was blocked from entering the US for Donald Trump’s inauguration, after being classed as a “security threat”.
Trump man’s bizarre ice cream feud
WHEN he’s not butting heads with the White House press corps, Donald Trump’s media man Sean Spicer has a much more personal vendetta.
Aussie women have it so much worse
AT KATRINA’S company conference the CEO put up a raunchy video and didn’t think anything of it. That never would have happened in America.
Is this Australia’s most honest cop?
A SYDNEY police officer who performed a breath test on himself after a big night and was found to be over the alcohol limit has been fined.
China’s chance to take America’s place
PRESIDENT Donald Trump’s decision to ditch the TPP has given China a chance to take America’s place in the deal. Malcolm Turnbull says it could happen.
PM taunts Trump with China push
A DAY after US President Donald Trump ditched the TPP, Malcolm Turnbull has opened the door for China to move on in.
Trump’s war smashes Australia
DONALD Trump’s decision to kill off the TPP was nothing compared to what comes next. Australia will be hit hard.
Figure that proves prices are out of control
IT’S the figure that proves house prices are out of control: the average Sydneysider now needs to spend almost half their income on their mortgage.
You should shun Sydney, Melbourne
THESE maps prove home ownership in Australia isn’t that hard. As long as you’re willing to get out of Sydney or Melbourne.
Time to get on top of your mortgage
GET on top of your home loan repayments now, before interest rates start to rise, with these simple tips.
Agents brace for Chinese shopping spree
CASHED-UP Chinese tourists are set to descend on Australia for Chinese New Year — and many will be going property hunting.
‘Putting out bushfire with garden hose’
THE new NSW Premier says she is committed to addressing housing affordability, but experts are not convinced she is serious.
Beware family and finance: Kochie
IT’S well established that there are no friends in business. David Koch explains what to consider before going guarantor for a loved one.
Huge fine for renting out home
A TASMANIAN couple was slapped with a huge fine, all because they rented their home out online. This could happen to you too.
Kochie’s way to grab grocery bargains
SAVING on fresh market food can be hard but David Koch has some advice that can put more money in your pocket and add friends to your social calendar.
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- CostsScoMo’s radical housing affordability fix
- CostsTackling outrageous school demands
- WealthWhy Trump is getting last laugh
- CostsKeen for a quick sale: South Rd bridge goes on eBay
- CostsWhy petrol is so expensive right now
- Brisbane & QLDForeign buyers hit annual peak
Baring teeth on business philosophy
George Thalassinos heard the cliche very early on his business life — ‘don’t let the business rule your life.’ Looking back on 25 years running Giorgio Dental, he muses that the advice sounds good, but it’s “naive.”
How to take off in business
MANY Australian business leaders and entrepreneurs try to get away for a break at this time of year to do some thinking — but Jo Burston takes it more seriously than most.
How to plan for the future
PART of being an innovative business is staying on top of your forward planning while retaining the flexibility to react and cash in on unexpected events.
Brutal note for ‘cry baby’ backpackers
A NSW fruit picking farm has copped flack on social media after a former worker revealed its harsh “no whinging” rules for backpackers.
Big business in hipster blogging
A FORMER accountant turned management consultant who now runs a popular foodie blog is turning his passion into a new side career.
When you buy a home you can’t live in
THERE are strict rules and penalties around super that can affect your investments, including property if you don’t read the fine print.
Millennials supercharged for future
YOUNG Australians are rushing to take charge of their superannuation funds, with new, user friendly platforms seeing membership numbers double in just one year.
Gen Y expects early retirement
YOUNG Aussies are ignoring talk of people working longer to afford to retire, with research showing Gen Y is expecting to call it a day years earlier than Baby Boomers.