Over-indebted or wealthy? It's all in the detail
Who says having debt three times your income is "over-indebted"?
The Economy
Aussie jumps as jobs surge most in two years
Employment climbed more than twice as much as estimated in August, led by full-time jobs and underscoring a healing labour market.
Government urged to move swiftly on whistleblower laws
The Turnbull government is being urged to move swiftly to implement stronger protections for whistleblowers after a parliamentary inquiry suggested bounty-style rewards.
OECD urges nations like Australia to tackle inequality
Australia would benefit from cutting personal income tax and addressing high levels of income and wealth inequality, an OECD report shows.
I admit it, I've got a liar loan but who cares?
I have a "liar loan" – a mortgage based on less than absolutely factual information. I've pretty much always had liar loans. And I recently obtained a "liar credit card". So what?
Wealth is up, but more than 400,000 Sydneysiders are 'over-indebted'
The typical over-indebted household in Sydney is carrying $765,400 in property loans.
Bounty rewards for whistleblowers: inquiry
The Turnbull government should set up a new body to oversee whistleblowing allegations against big corporates, protect whistleblowers against reprisals, and offer them bounty-style financial rewards for coming forward, according to a federal inquiry.
'I mean hello!': RBA sees growth too slow for rate hikes
Reserve Bank of Australia board member Ian Harper said economic growth isn't strong enough to justify an interest-rate increase and policy makers can do little but look on as the Aussie dollar appreciates.
Australian incomes more equal than a decade ago, but average household debts have doubled
Australia is more equal than it was a decade ago, but one in six Australians still can't afford a night out once a fortnight and one in 10 can only afford second hand clothes.
Consumer sentiment lifts even as energy prices bite
Consumer sentiment bounced modestly in September as worries over family finances warred with growing optimism about the economic outlook.
Why higher interest rates would mean lower share prices
The economy is important for the sharemarket, but the Reserve Bank has a greater influence.
Business conditions strong, employment jumps
A measure of business conditions climbed to its highest level since early 2008 last month, with a marked improvement in employment intentions burnishing the outlook for further jobs growth.
ID numbers for directors as government cracks down on phoenix companies
Each Australian company director will be assigned a unique ID number under tough new laws designed to prevent them deliberately scuttling their companies and then reappearing phoenix-like, debt-free.
Loans from mum and dad lead to greater strain: RBA
Those who get loans from their parents to buy their first property are almost twice as likely to later encounter financial stress, ask for help from friends and struggle to pay their energy bills.
Tax time 2017: ATO vague on small business tax cuts
Accountants want the ATO to clearly define which businesses will be eligible for company tax cuts.
The next economic boom could come from women
Women control about 70-80 per cent of the world's annual consumer spending and it's estimated in an EY report that their incomes will increase from $13 trillion to $18 trillion by 2018.
Using migration to boost growth isn't smart
Bizonomics backs more population growth but maybe we shouldn't.
Underemployment will drive wages, rates
Employment numbers this week should highlight again a conundrum vexing economists and policymakers alike: there are plenty of jobs, but not enough work.
Illegal operators under watch in the lead-up to spring racing
The Black Economy Taskforce is recommending a crackdown on illegal gambling after investigations revealed illegal betting exchanges operating in Australia, some connected to Asian crime gangs.
Don't drop your economic bundle just yet
Have you noticed how people are more upbeat about the economy? It's no bad thing.
Companies with no women: ASX 200 has just 11 female CEOs
There are just 11 female CEOs on the ASX 200, and 41 of the nation's largest companies don't have a woman on their executive leadership.
Trade surplus narrows as exports drop
Australia's trade surplus has slipped to its lowest level in three months, weighed down by a decline in LNG shipments and lower gold exports.
Is Australia just lagging Canada on interest rates?
Canada's decision to hike interest rates overnight raises questions about whether there's guidance to be found for Australia, given the similarities between the two resource-rich countries.
'Why are Asian women's feet so small?' Discrimination rife in Aussie workplaces
Explicit bias, racist and sexist comments, and offensive 'jokes', are rife in corporate Australia according to a new report
Better days ahead? We're spending more without earning more
Australia's economy expanded by 0.8 per cent in the June quarter and grew 1.8 per cent over the 12 months to June, official figures show.
'We love shopping' - Australians buying a retail recovery
Sarah O'Reilly has just spent $500 on clothes and cosmetics. On a spring trip to Melbourne from Perth the 46 year old and her teenage daughter Maddison had also just enjoyed a lunch out - which they say they normally do about once a week.
Indonesia files complaint against Australia in World Trade Organisation
Jakarta: Indonesia has complained to the World Trade Organisation over a protectionist tariff imposed by Australia on paper imports, in a move that could overshadow the last months of sensitive free-trade negotiations.
'Surreal and sad': American businesswoman's take on Trump
Corporate America's sweetheart, Ariel Investments president Mellody Hobson, talks on gender and politics.
The economy is picking up, and wages are about to climb: RBA governor Philip Lowe
Wages are about to stir, says Reserve Bank governor Philip Lowe
RBA springing into spring on capex and infrastructure
It's looking like the best economic spring in years as non-mining investment finally shows signs of life.
Small Business
Death to nuggets and hello squid caviar for kids
A small business aims to put the fun back into food for fussy little eaters.
Have you thought enough about a start-up location?
If you launched the venture in your home town by default, perhaps it's time to think again.