Economy
New era Will he make Australia great again?
DONALD Trump got elected on a platform on bizarre threats and crude claims. But what impact will he have on the Australian way of life?
Jason Murphy Crisis of trust changing our world
WE REALLY don’t trust our government, media or institutions anymore. And as the gap between elites and everyone else grows, it’s only going to get worse.
Jason Murphy Warning signs of rate rises
HOLD on to your mortgage. There are six things we can look at to see if rates will rise. And most of the planets are aligned behind a hike.
Printing money The nation of broke millionaires
VENEZUELA may now be the country in the world with the most millionaires. Unfortunately, that money isn’t worth much anywhere else in the world.
Interest-ing Aussies, you can bet your houses on Don
DONALD Trump could inadvertently give Australian homeowners a leg up by triggering an interest-rate cut within the first few months of his presidency.
Brexit break ‘Hard Brexit’: Britain reveals risky plan
BRITISH Prime Minister Theresa May is seeking a “hard” Brexit in her negotiations with the EU. Here’s what that means.
Housing struggle First home buyers still frozen out
INVESTORS are boosting activity in the housing market meaning the Reserve Bank is unlikely to cut interest rates this year, economists say.
Brexit speech British PM promises ‘clean break’
IN HER most detailed Brexit speech so far, British prime minister Theresa May reveals what the United Kingdom’s exit from the EU will look like.
Hyper inflation ‘How could I give him change?’
INFLATION-STRICKEN Venezuela has released new banknotes to stop citizens struggling with unwieldy wads of cash. But there’s a problem.
Influence wanes Clinton Global Initiative faces shutdown
THE Clintons are downsizing their controversial foundation as the powerful family’s political influence wanes and donations dry up.
Financial impacts What Trump might mean for money
NERVOUS investors are wondering whether Donald Trump’s presidency is going to help or hinder their financial situation.
Trade deal PM attacks ‘shallow populist’ Shorten
PRIME Minister Malcolm Turnbull has hit back at Bill Shorten, saying he was a disgrace to the legacy of former Labor leaders Bob Hawke and Paul Keating.
Shopping around Why millions will quit due to Trump
AS MANY as three million Americans will quit their jobs in January alone as a booming Trump-powered labour rally means more opportunities.
Shareholder warning Investors must prepare for a wild ride
YEEHAW! Aussie investors and super fund members have been enjoying a rollicking ride on the sharemarket in recent weeks. Can it last?
Rates rise Low-rate love affair on the rocks
HOME buyers and property investors have enjoyed six blissful years of falling mortgage interest rates, but many forecasters believe the next rates move is up.
Labour data The big mistake Australia is making
THESE numbers influence everything from government spending and taxes to home lending and business investment. But they’re wrong.
Growth forecasts Trump could boost global wealth
THE World Bank is forecasting a brighter 2017 after the global economy turned in the worst performance last year since the 2008 financial crisis.
Expense crackdown Outrageous things MPs charge us for
CHARTERED flights six times the cost of regular fares, polo trips and family holidays. This is why MPs’ spending needs to be reined in.
Expenses scandal $110k grant before sale to Ley
A LIBERAL party donor has denied there was a direct link between his company receiving a grant six months before he sold his unit to Sussan Ley.
Free trade Tony Abbott’s radical ‘one-page’ plan
HE’S back and bolder than ever. Tony Abbott has backflipped to propose a “one-page” deal with some serious benefits for Australia ... unless we’re being taken for a ride.
Trailer wars Vigilantes get violent in parking war
FURIOUS residents have taken to tipping over trailers and slashing tyres to protest against boats taking up scarce parking spaces in this Sydney suburb.
Nuclear war Superpowers feud over nuclear threat
NORTH Korea’s quest for a nuclear weapon has driven an even bigger wedge between China and the United States. Donald Trump isn’t helping.
Global roundup Finance news you need to know today
CITIZENS of this European country have got it made, with the government kicking off its basic monthly income experiment— $815 each, no strings attached.
Savings smashed When global markets went into meltdown
IN our Witness to History series, reporter Anthony Keane recalls the devastation of the GFC as trillions of dollars were stripped from life savings.
Global forecast Global tensions to rise in 2017
EUROPE will stay divided, nationalism will rise and a deadly terror group will take IS’s place. This is what 2017 has in store.
Asia news ‘Another example of China’s aggression’
CHINA is launching a secret new missile plan to keep out any interference over its territorial claims to the South China Sea, according to military officials.
Festive bargains Shops set for Boxing Day bonanza
BARGAIN hunters are tipped to spend an astonishing $2.3 billion in the 24 hours after the big department stores open their doors at 5am. Yes, business is booming.
New year The changes starting January 1
FROM dental costs and online GST to petrol and power price hikes, a raft of new laws, regulations and fees come into effect from January 1, 2017.
Money This is how to be a proper adult
DO YOU earn a decent wage but still have no idea where all your money goes? Here’s how to get on top of your finances in 2017.
Clock ticking ‘Our way of life is under threat’
THONGS, barbecues and trips to the park could be a thing of the past if urgent action isn’t taken to stop this invasion of ants.
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