Where investors can find 'good value'
Prominent international investors have revealed where the opportunities and risks in the year ahead.
ASX to upgrade to blockchain-like tech
The ASX will move its equity markets settlement and clearing system onto blockchain-inspired technology being developed by Blythe Masters.
ACCC green lights Foxtel-Fox Sports merger
The competition watchdog has approved Foxtel-Fox Sports merger, saying the deal won't substantially hurt competition.
Markets: $A drops, ASX climbs
The ASX is higher, with gains in consumer staples companies and banks supporting the index. The Aussie has dropped sharply after October trade data.
A2 Milk, Lion settle dairy dispute
A2 Milk has settled out of court with Lion Dairy & Drinks, ending a long-running dispute about the rights to use the term "A2 protein".
Global economy enters 'catch-up' growth phase
Eminent US economist Kenneth Rogoff says the global economy is entering a "catch-up" growth phase and that countries including Australia should benefit.
Infant formula not for the faint hearted
Infant formula maker Wattle Health's shares surged after coming out of an ASX halt but volatility in the sector is extreme.
Bitcoin a 'bubble' like Myspace: Rogoff
Currency expert Kenneth Rogoff warns that Bitcoin is "totally a bubble" because governments will ultimately impose regulations.
Banking royal commission stability threat overplayed
Credit experts and bank analysts say David Murray's fears that a royal commission will compromise the rights of lenders, are real, if overdone.
Incitec's BHP pain could be Orica's gain
BHP's decision not to renew Incitec Pivot's contract to supply ammonium nitrate to its iron ore division could be good news for Orica.
Billabong shareholders lash takeover bid
Billabong International's two largest independent shareholders have criticised the board for flinging open its books following an offer made by Quiksilver.
Mexicans have faith in Godfreys
A Mexican fund manager based in Guadalajara spent almost $250,000 buying extra shares in ailing vacuum cleaner retailer Godfreys.
Bitcoin tops $US13,000 on extended surge
Bitcoin topped $US13,000 for the first time, pushing this week's gains to more than 30 per cent.
Riversdale's O'Keeffe confident on Canadian iron ore play
Former Riversdale Mining boss Michael O'Keeffe believes his Canadian iron ore play can thrive amid China's drive for higher quality commodities.
Tech minnow has investors seething
Squabbles erupt between Veriluma shareholders and administrators over the tech minnow's shell.
$A extends GDP-triggered slide
The Australian dollar's latest slide has pared its year-to-date advance against the greenback to less than 5 per cent.
Opinion
Bears could hit Goldilocks economy
The Goldilocks expression is back in vogue for similar reasons to those that prevailed in 2007.
A whinge-fest of a royal commission
The banking royal commission will take longer, cost more and achieve less than most people expect.
CBA enters final phase of CEO selection race
The silly season is shaping up as a busier one than usual for Commonwealth Bank chair Catherine Livingstone as she gets to the pointy end of the of the bank's selection process for a new CEO.
AWE stares down a Kiam moment
Victor Kiam liked a Remington shaver so much that he bought the company. The Chinese bidder for AWE had the same idea.
Bridget McKenzie named new Nationals deputy
The Nationals have elected Victorian Senator Bridget McKenzie as deputy leader to replace Fiona Nash, who was ousted from Parliament over dual citizenship.
The royal commission Rorschach test
The terms of references are so broad, it's tempting to project your own thoughts about the banking sector into any discussion about the coming inquiry.
Turnbull to stare down Labor in citizenship row
The citizenship fiasco has paralysed the federal parliament with the major parties refusing to agree on who should be referred to the High Court.
Victims sceptical about bank inquiry
"I am highly skeptical about the royal commission - I think its just an attempt by Malcolm Turnbull to retain his prime ministership."
Charity faces loss of tax perks for anti-coal campaign
A climate activist group is facing the loss of its charity status and the tax perks that come with it after being accused of political campaigning.
California fire threatens Rupert Murdoch's $38m house
The wildfires raging in California are nearing the $38 million home of media mogul Rupert Murdoch, news reports say.
Steinhoff stumbles amid accounting scandal
Steinhoff International's shares crashed after it revealed "accounting irregularities" and its CEO quit.
Fox could spin off news, sports: RBC
The Murdoch family could decide to spin off its news and sports channels if a sale of other assets to Disney proceeds, according to RBC.
Democrats call on Franken to resign on sex allegations
Seven women American Senators have called on Al Franken to resign from the US Senate after multiple allegations of sexual abuse.
Australia won't follow Trump on Jerusalem recognition
Julie Bishop says Jerusalem's status needs to be negotiated by Israelis and Palestinians, and Australia won't move its embassy.
Personal Finance
When family loans can go wrong
Mortgage brokers or lenders who aggressively close a property deal involving parent loans may come under fire.
Unit life: worst thing you can do is not complain
Sooner or later you'll need to tackle an annoyance - here's how to deal with it before it gets out of hand.
'Brute' union power on show in super stoush
Companies threatened to quit the Financial Services Council after being bullied by unions as part of an intense campaign against the government's superannuation changes, it has been claimed.
Culture easy, but wrong, culprit in banking royal commission
Banks don't have one culture, but many, and good managers often sacrifice short-term profits for long term goals.
Sky's the limit for Experience Co's dream
Like the adrenalin-fuelled activities underpinning their fast-growing adventure tourism company, Anthony Ritter and Anthony Boucaut are not holding back on their plans for the business.
Hedge fund star who retired at 41 eyes comeback
Moore Capital founder Louis Bacon once described Greg Coffey as "the most impressive trader I've ever seen".
Banker pay will probably fall as robots take over
A global banking CEO says the industry needs to rethink pretty much everything it's doing to brace for the future. And that includes how much it's paying bankers.
Lifestyle
The 5 best travel destinations for 2018
New airport hubs and the allure of exploring new cultures make some destinations hot. Here's our guide for 2018.
