Australia's property boom has already peaked, says UBS
Australian house prices and construction activity may have hit a peak, with investment bank UBS 'calling the top' of the runaway market.
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Markets warm to fading risk of Europe divorce
With Mr Macron appearing secure in his lead and likely to form a successful coalition once in power, the political event risk looming over Europe is fading and the euro hit a five-month high.
Tax promise will test Donald Trump's credibility
There's an interesting test of Donald Trump's presidency coming up tonight: does Wall Street think he has any credibility?
Spotless rejects Downer as rival bids disappear
The board of Spotless Group has recommended investors knock back the shock $1.2 billion bid from services company Downer EDI labelling it as "opportunistic, hostile, highly conditional' and unlikely to proceed.
Public servants face big super slug
Public servants could be hit for hundreds of thousands as government curbs tax brakes.
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Donald Trump's tax tweet
In the wee hours of Saturday morning, Donold Trump tweeted that big tax reform and tax reduction would be announced on Wednesday. But does Wall Street believe him anymore?
Markets Live: Investors cheer France
ASX starts the week on the front foot after France's first round of presidential polling produces a market-friendly result, which helped push the euro to a five-month high.
'An accident waiting to happen': Australians with food allergies in the dark
Australians with food allergies are at risk when choosing whether packaged products are safe to eat, because of poor food labelling standards.
8@eight: A collective sigh of relief over French election results
A collective sigh of relief will encompass the markets this morning as the French election results have avoided the worst possible outcome.
Euro surges near 2 per cent
The euro surged higher after early results showed Emmanuel Macron and Marine Le Pen will battle for the French presidency.
Anzac Day among 'most dangerous days' for marketers
While many people will head to the supermarkets to prepare for Anzac Day, don't expect the the supermarkets to roll out a special advertising campaign for the public holiday.
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OceanaGold fights Philippines mining crackdown
The Australian mining company has appealed directly to Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte against the suspension of its contract.
The health insurance industry's plan to lure more young people into the system
The health insurance industry's plan to lure more young people into the system.
Power to the people: How battery storage can take on the power companies
German battery challenger Sonnen wants to create communities of connected battery users to create virtual power plants.
Network Ten market cap tumbles ahead of half-year results
Shares in Ten Network are starting this week at historical lows as the market braces for the company's half-year results.
ACT economy passes Victoria to become second strongest in Australia
The ACT has passed Victoria to become Australia's second-strongest economy, according to the latest CommSec state of the states report, published Monday.
Byron Shire Council rejects Westpac on Adani mine
Byron Shire Council has upped the pressure in Westpac bank over any potential funding of the Adani coal mine.
High-frequency trading OK by ASIC
High-frequency trading and dark pools are not undermining the Australian Securities Exchange, says ASIC boss.
Meet the boss: Tim Fung of Airtasker
Experience a problem, find a solution, then realise there's a business just waiting to be launched solving the same problem for others.
Trump's tax plan rekindles reflation trade
Bets inflation will pick up have slowed, showing investors are skeptical the US administration can boost economic growth. But markets are looking to tax reform to keep the trade alive.
Amazon to affect shopping centres
Retail landlords will be focused on the arrival of internet giant Amazon to Australia,
FIRB approves Chow Tai Fook's takeover of Alinta
Alinta Energy takeover gets the stamp of approval from FIRB.
Inflation likely to hit RBA target band
Rising costs for petrol, fruits and vegetables and tobacco are expected to have lifted consumer prices in the March quarter.
Brad Banducci joins the Salvos Army
Woolworth's chief grocer Brad Banducci will follow in big and glamorous footsteps when he fronts as the speaker to launch the Salvation Army Red Shield Appeal
Mnuchin sweetens America first as chance for better world growth
Donald Trump's America First doesn't necessarily leave the global economy last.
The upside-down school funding debate is hurting students
Schools need certainty. It's not just pencils they need to budget for, it's speech therapy teachers or school counsellors, where every bit of money could makes a difference to a student's life.
Olympic boss' links to multimillion-dollar advertising monopoly
If you are a corporation that wants to use the Olympic rings, you have no choice but to deal with the AOC's exclusive agent.
Why it's so hard to buy tickets to see your favourite band
There is only one thing worse than missing out on tickets to see your favourite band.
Unions vow to take on Amazon as its harsh reputation precedes it
Amazon, well-known for its controversial labour practices and distrust of unions, faces a challenge in Australia
US judge issues VW with three-year 'organisation probation'
A US judge has sentenced Volkswagen AG to three years' probation and independent oversight for the German automaker's diesel emissions scandal.
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The anxious entrepreneur: Struggling with anxiety helped build a business
Struggling with anxiety helped Sarah Wilson build a successful business.
This is how easily you're deceived
A third category of lying has been discovered and it's quite possibly the most deceptive of them all.