Baird has what it takes to be NAB CEO
Mike Baird is the first Australian politician to make the leap from parliament to business with a more than even chance of having a shot at becoming the chief executive of a top 100 company.
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Banks want Big Short case thrown out
The big four banks have cited precedents involving terrorist attacks to defend a class action lodged by an eclectic group of legendary US traders.
Christensen quits as Nationals whip
George Christensen will resign as chief whip of The Nationals after leader Barnaby Joyce gave him an ultimatum over his increasing outspokenness.
Baird surprised to accept role so quickly
NAB chief executive Andrew Thorburn said he contacted Mike Baird two days after he resigned from politics.
Current account gap smallest since 2001
Australia posted its smallest current account deficit since 2001 as exports surged to a record last quarter.
'There is a stealth flight to safety going on'
Investors are quietly buying up gold and German and US bonds as they assess political risks in Europe and the US.
Markets: Worley soars on bid
Shares are once again floundering, as banks flatline, after the Dow eked out a 12th successive record close.
Results: Surfstitch, Yancoal, Emeco
Welcome to The AFR reporting season blog for the first half. ■ Genesis Energy ■ Specialty Fashion ■ Emeco Holdings
Bellamy's Woolley resigns before vote
Bellamy's Australia chairman Rob Woolley has resigned from the infant formula company.
Smartphones stall as iPhone 8 wait begins
Australians are holding on to their smartphones for longer, and are ditching fitness bands in a hurry.
