Four stocks poised to rebound in 2018
Some of the most beaten up stocks on the ASX are perfectly poised for a recovery, according to Morningstar's list of best global equity picks.
Global growth tipped to underpin equities
With the Dow Jones Industrial Average hurtling towards 25,000 points, top Citi adviser Kathy Keung says high equity prices are one of her clients' main concerns, given the increased risk their portfolios bear.
Trump goes to war with Bannon
US President threatens to sue his onetime chief strategist, after he criticised the First Family in a new book.
Top US share picks for millennials
While it makes sense that millennials are trading differently to retirees the most popular stocks across the board are in the technology sector.
Why King Jong-Un is so keen on the Olympics
Both Koreas have used Olympic events to make gestures toward reconciliation, but critics argue that after a year of provocation, North Korea cannot be trusted.
CBA raises $US1.25b in favourable credit markets
The Commonwealth Bank has raised $US1.25 billion of 30-year "Tier 2" bonds, the 'longest' US dollar bond of its kind by an Australian bank.
CFMEU scraps Saturday wor in landmark deal
The CFMEU has introduced a five-day week for the first time as part of a landmark deal to comply with the new building code.
CEO of cannabis firm Cann cheats death
The CEO of Australia's biggest medicinal cannabis company Cann Group knows first hand the value of pioneering medial research, after he survived a near-death experience from melanoma.
KPMG invests in cybersecurity capability
Global consultancy business KPMG acquires Silicon Valley founded business in a nod to growing cybersecurity risks.
Foresight upscales in Australian solar
A funding deal with the Clean Energy Finance Corp has enabled Foresight Solar to finalise the acquisition of three solar projects in Queensland.
Disney's gamble on Murdoch assets was necessary
Walt Disney CEO Bob Iger has made his biggest gamble paying $US66 billion for Rupert Murdoch's empire, but it's one he had to make.
Lots to learn from Steinhoff calamity
It's hard to believe that four months ago ratings agency Moody's praised Steinhoff for its liquidity, cash surplus, geographic diversity and vertical integration.
Oil stocks, cannabis minnows seal gain for ASX
Cannabis stocks were the biggest movers in a hot-and-cold session for the ASX on Thursday when early gains faded away for a rise of just 6 points. Asian stocks were on track for a record close.
Reffind bets on blockchain for turnaround story
Battling HR technology stock Reffind is betting on blockchain to revitalise the business, investing in a US-based start-up.
What's really going on with blockchain?
Despite the hype, blockchain is just as likely to turn out to be a form of social engineering that benefits none but a tiny elite.
Most-shorted stock focuses on batteries
Syrah Resources Shaun Verner remains firmly focused on ramping up production from its huge African mine, capitalising on battery market growth.
Opinion
Bond fears as MiFiD finally lands
Global bond markets are going to offer a lot more excitement this year than they did in 2017.
Lots to learn from Steinhoff calamity
It's hard to believe that four months ago ratings agency Moody's praised Steinhoff for its liquidity, cash surplus, geographic diversity and vertical integration.
Banks have little choice to get costs down
As the major banks prepare to fire staff as part of aggressive cost-cutting, we will all reap the benefits or suffer the consequences.
CBA should look to Canada for CEO
In Chanticleer's opinion, there is one Canadian banker who stands head and shoulders above all for Ian Narev's position at Commonwealth Bank.
'December wasn't as good as they'd hoped'
An economic survey found retailers were headed for a bleak end to 2017 due to weaker-than-usual sales in December.
Drive to eliminate car taxes gathers speed
Peak motorists' group says tariff on imported vehicles and luxury car tax barrier to getting newer, safer cars on the road.
Australia needs income tax cuts to spur economy
Bracket creep has blunted any stimulus from low interest rates. But tax cuts will be a challenge.
Angry borrowers could distract probe
The banking royal commissioner will find it challenging to not get 'bogged down' with individual cases, Kate Carnell says.
Business rejects Abbott's attack on carbon credits
Business groups say access to international permits is crucial to achieving carbon abatement at the lowest cost possible.
US tax reform cuts deductions for executive bonuses
The 2017 tax law does away with the deduction for performance-based pay, potentially steering $9.3 billion to federal coffers over the next 10 years.
Forget Amazon, Lidl is the grocer to watch in US
The price war in the American grocery aisle is getting more intense. And, believe it or not, the reason isn't Amazon.
Macau casino outlook is China's call
Sharp-eyed shareholders in these casinos should focus on liquidity conditions in China rather than revenues.
Murdoch calls Trump a 'f---ing idiot'
The Twenty-First Century Fox boss called President Donald Trump a "f---king idiot' after one late-night phone call, a new book claims.
Tied Virginia state election to be decided by a lottery
The name of either the Republican and Democrat candidates will be chosen from a stoneware bowl fashioned by a local artist.
Personal Finance
Property tax loophole closed, defects can of worms opened
Say goodbye to travel deductions and hello to a defects fund aimed at holding developers to account for dodgy buildings.
SMSFs eye infrastructure
Self-managed superannuation funds are calling on the Turnbull government to develop mechanisms to enable the $700 million do-it-yourself sector to invest in infrastructure.
Advisers fear savers will breach super rules
Financial planners fear wealthier savers will break the $1.6 million limit on how much can be placed in a superannuation pension.
Hiring firm faces collapse over 'sham EBAs'
A major labour hire firm says it risks insolvency after a ruling on 'sham EBAs' means it owes workers $3.5 million.
Why women need to raise their voices
Feminist author Mary Beard hasn't lost her bite in her new book, Women & Power.
BBC's head of religion is an atheist...
A lack of faith is no impediment to the new director of religious programming at the BBC.
Push for small business legal aid
The small business and family enterprise ombudsman will look at whether legal aid should be extended to small firms.
Lifestyle
Electric car drivers are too smart to own electric cars
Almost 80 per cent of battery-powered vehicles in the US are not owned. Here's why.
