Turnbull government considering banning laptops on some international flights

PM indicates Australia might consider the ban on some international flights.

Jetstar starts charging to bring babies on board

Jetstar has started charging passengers to travel with babies on their laps during domestic and international flights.

Commonwealth Bank runs ad against bank levy

The Commonwealth Bank appears to be testing the waters for an advertising campaign against the federal government's proposed bank levy, by paying to spread its chief executive's criticism of the new tax on social media.

Oroton halts shares as sales deteriorate

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Oroton has entered a trading halt as it prepares to reveal that sales have continued to deteriorate.

Qantas gets credit rating bump on market dominance, loyalty

Qantas' dominance of the local market and its profitable loyalty program have earned the airline a credit ratings upgrade from Moody's.

Budget 2017: Insider trading fears grow over bank levy leak

Greens senator Peter Whish-Wilson has joined calls for an investigation into the leaking of plans for a levy on Australia's biggest banks, saying it is possible insider trading took place.

Competition watchdog 'not connected to reality', says Tabcorp

Tabcorp has accused the competition watchdog of being "not connected to reality" in an strong-worded response to concerns raised about the gambling giant's planned takeover of fellow wagerer Tatts Group.

'More than just price': Myer hits back over Amazon fears

Myer boss hit backs at claims that Amazon will devastate its business, saying it was not clear what the online retail juggernaut would offer in Australia.

Amazon to slash JB Hi-Fi, Harvey Norman earnings: Citi

Australian retailers will cut the price of electronic goods by about 10 per cent to remain competitive, market analysts say.