Venezuelan default risk rises

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Bets on a Venezuelan default are climbing as international reserves near $US10b amid heightened anti-government protests.

Welcome to the rough gig economy

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In what can only be described as a disturbing new trend, an increasing number of Australians are facing a lifetime of insecure work thanks to rapidly appearing digital economy employers operating on the internet.

Oil tumbles most in four weeks

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Crude oil fell sharply, ending the longest winning streak this year, amid reported Russian opposition to deeper output cuts.

China's risky record steel punts

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Chinese investors have racked up an unprecedented volume of bets on steel futures, raising the prospect of a sharp retreat.

Bitcoin seen at $US50,000 in decade

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Bitcoin will double to $US5000 next year, and reach $US25,000 to $US50,000 in the next decade, says Ronnie Moas.

Inflation shortfall tensions rise

​Fed policymakers were increasingly split on the outlook for inflation and the future pace of interest rate rises.

'Savers the big losers' from rate rises

Only 15 of 75 lending institutions have increased the interest rate on any of their term deposits since August, when the RBA cuts rates to a record low of 1.5 per cent.

Hardie board seeks substantial pay lift

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Richard Branson normally isn't afraid to put his money where his mouth is.

Three-quarters of public mistakenly believe coconut oil is healthy

If your daily diet includes orange juice, coconut oil and a muesli bar, don't expect a tick of approval from a nutritionist.

Information is investment power in climate change era

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Climate change risk is extremely broad, and pervasive enough to warrant most company directors taking it seriously.

Enterprise still the best way to help the world, says Branson

"The best way of getting wealth to as many people as possible is to create more businesses, create more entrepreneurs," Richard Branson says.

AustralianSuper 'not concerned' about bank tax

Country's biggest superannuation fund has not changed its view despite claims by banks that the new levy will hit all Australians' retirement savings.

'Outflanked': Ten's billionaires face race for control

Media billionaires Lachlan Murdoch and Bruce Gordon face stiff competition and a race against time in their bid to take over the besieged Ten Network, Fusion Media's Steve Allen says..

Enormous rise in tax take to power return to surplus

Australia's return to budget surplus will be built on the back of a 14 per cent increase in the income tax take.

Casual staff win right to ask for permanent work

Casual workers have won the right to demand a permanent full-time or part-time job after 12 months under a landmark Fair Work Commission ruling.

Flight Centre soars on raised profit outlook

Shares of Flight Centre have jumped in early trading after the company raised its full-year earnings forecast following stronger-than-expected sales and profit in the second half.

'All hands on deck' after APS agency's computer system failure

Just "routine business processes", claims the Child Support Agency.

Big enough to power 150,000 homes: Solar power plant planned for southern NSW

A new solar plant north of Canberra may mean a drop in energy prices for ACT residents.

'Historic end': all Volvos to have electric option

Volvo Car Group will cease producing petrol-only vehicles from 2019 as the manufacturer seeks to woo customers to battery-powered models with longer driving ranges and more attactive designs.

'New future': Britain's GFG beats Koreans to buy Arrium

An agreement has been reached to sell steelmaker and mining group Arrium to British-owned GFG Alliance, ending more than a year of uncertainty for the struggling company.

ASX shudders as Korean tensions rise

Sabre-rattling over North Korea's missile program sent investors seeking out safe haven assets, but strong gains in the miners kept a lid on the market's losses.

Markets Live: Flight Centre takes off

Shares lose some of yesterday's outsized gains as geopolitical risk raises its ugly head again, but miners prevent bigger losses.

ASX winners and losers - a snapshot

The stand out listings traded on the ASX captured at key moments through the day, as indicated by the time stamp in the video.

KKR's bid for Pepper could spell big payday for chairman

Home loan provider Pepper Group has received a $650 million bid from private equity firm KKR, which could result in a near $200 million payday for chairman Seumas Dawes if a deal goes ahead.

Did you pack too much? Your suitcase knows

Your suitcase has taken on a life of its own. It can now tell you if it has strayed too far, or if you've packed too much, and it may soon be able to call you an Uber car.

Banana skincare, flour company to expand overseas

A far north Queensland farmer who turns waste bananas into flour, skincare and cosmetics has struck an international deal that will see his business expand globally.

Queensland Resources Council chief takes aim at 'gullible journalists'

Queensland Resources Council chief executive Ian Macfarlane has taken aim at "gullible journalists" and activists.

Tax commissioner to zero in on 'startling' level of rorting by individuals

The $165 million Plutus tax scandal has "tarnished" the reputation of Australian Taxation Office, the commissioner of taxation Chris Jordan has conceded, saying the wealth allegedly accumulated by members of the syndicate was "staggering".

Insurance industry addresses mental health

Travel insurance policies that have long contained blanket exclusions for mental health conditions have been revised by some of Australia's largest insurance providers.