Barnaby Joyce sent on leave
The government will limit embarrassment caused by Barnaby Joyce by sending him on annual leave, ensuring he will not be acting Prime Minister next week.
How Telstra can reap the benefits of 5G
The history of 3G and 4G suggests that conditions in the segment should improve, and Telstra's Andy Penn says "it's not unreasonable to think that will be the case with 5G".
No backstop when the 'everything' bubble bursts
Central banks have stimulated a titanic expansion of debt that has inflated an 'everything' bubble. And there is no longer a lender of last resort.
Bitcoin is 'noxious poison'
Billionaire investor Charlie Munger, Warren Buffett's deputy, is convinced that bitcoin is "noxious poison".
Markets: ASX jumps on big earnings day
A resources rally revs up the ASX, while some big names drop earnings, including the likes of Telstra, South32 and Suncorp.
Financial advisers required to raise education standards
The vast majority of financial planners will need to obtain further qualifications in order to meet requirements to be set by the newly formed authority.
Smaller lenders slash property investor interest rates
Adelaide Bank is cutting interest-only rates for property investors by up to 75 basis points, reversing a recent trend for lenders to raise investor loans.
McGrath swings to $25.5m interim loss
McGrath is in a trading halt after it reported a $25m half-year loss to December, driven by a $22m impairment of its company-owned sales segment.
Telstra first-half profit falls 5pc to $1.7b
Telstra, feeling the squeeze of the National Broadband Network, said its first-half profit fell 5 per cent as it expands its mobile subscribers.
Lion Co earnings fall on weaker drinks sales
Japanese brewer Kirin is hoping for a turnaround at food and drinks group Lion after another year of declining sales and earnings in 2017.
Santos fires up New Century with gas deal
Plans to restart zinc production at Queensland's Century mine have leapt forward on the back of a crucial gas deal between Santos and New Century Zinc.
Origin posts loss on write-downs
Power and gas retailing major Origin Energy has been dragged into a first-half net loss due to write-downs it flagged last week, while underlying earnings jumped 51 per cent.
Qantas's looming capital crunch a 'concern'
Standard & Poor's is concerned that Qantas will have to significantly boost investment in aircraft just as it may resume paying company taxes in 2020.
S Africa's Zuma discount will linger without reform
International credit investors own almost half of South Africa's local-currency bonds. They want proof the stuttering economy can be put back on track.
US inflation surprises to upside
Stronger than anticipated US inflation in January raised investor bets of multiple Federal Reserve interest rates rises this year and cascaded through global financial markets overnight.
Bet against bonds at your peril: JCB
"Interest rates are the virus that affects all assets," says the head of research at Jamieson Coote Bonds, which warns the pain will be worse in equities.
Opinion
How Telstra can reap the benefits of 5G
The history of 3G and 4G suggests that conditions in the segment should improve, and Telstra's Andy Penn says "it's not unreasonable to think that will be the case with 5G".
Trump stimulus pours 'lighter fluid on a fire'
US inflation is firming and Goldman Sachs boss Lloyd Blankfein warns that loose budget policy is throwing "lighter fluid on a fire that was already going".
IAG gives Buffett a boost
Even for someone used to having everything he touches turn to gold, Warren Buffett has turned a tidy profit thanks to his partnership with IAG.
Woodside's $43b growth gamechanger
Woodside Petroleum's Peter Coleman has unveiled an ambitious suite of growth options for the group.
Barnaby Joyce defends free apartment
The embattled Nationals leader says MPs shouldn't throw stones at one another over personal matters.
Government backs down on state renewable schemes
State-based renewable energy policies would count towards emission reduction requirements under the Commonwealth's National Energy Guarantee, in a concession to get help states get behind the plan.
A million jobs target on track
Employment growth slowed in January but remains on track to match the Coalition government's promise to create a million jobs over five years by September.
Danny Price attacks AEMO over 'power grab'
Danny Price has accused Audrey Zibelman, of making an "audacious public grab for power", saying her agency must be axed to save the grid.
APRA targets higher risk home loans
Regulator looks to improve financial system resilience and level the playing field with a granular approach to risk weights.
Where's the Tea Party when you need it?
Having repeatedly threatened a US default during Barack Obama's presidency, Republican hawks have meekly switched to the "deficits don't matter" school.
Australian arrested in China after gambling raid: DFAT
The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade has confirmed a man believed to be Chinese born but holds an Australian passport has been arrested.
The strange affair of Packer and Bibi
Once again, James Packer's choice of friends has turned out badly for the sad billionaire.
South African President Jacob Zuma resigns
South African President Jacob Zuma bowed to intense pressure from his party and resigned Wednesday, ending nearly nine years of rule.
Zimbabwe opposition leader Morgan Tsvangirai dies
Zimbabwe opposition leader Morgan Tsvangirai has died in South Africa aged 65 after a long battle with cancer.
Personal Finance
Strata lawyers dissect anti-Airbnb rules
Things have gone quiet on the Airbnb front, with both NSW and Victorian policy wonks scribbling away on new legislation to deal with online short-term letting.
ANZ and Westpac tighten grip on property borrowers
Westpac Group and ANZ, which combined account for nearly 40 per cent of the nation's mortgage lending, are tightening control over borrowers with confidential changes to assessment, approval and monitoring.
Country Garden leads China property league
The HK-listed developer hasn't been immune to the sell-off but Fat Prophets says it looks attractive.
How to handle a high-stress workplace
Having mental stamina means you respond, not react, to a crisis. Learning it just takes two minutes.
Fun and games in the battle for talent
In a world where everyone wants the cream of Australia's STEM and IT graduates, how do employers stand out? By hitting the fun button.
Hub Australia to open at the top of town in Melbourne
Co-working operator Hub Australia has taken a second site in Melbourne at the east end of the CBD as the sector grows.
Problem solvers in demand in banking
Few sectors are feeling disruption more keenly than finance, which is looking for graduates with a rare blend of skills to help them to leapfrog their rivals.
Lifestyle
German flicks give Event a kick
A recovery in its German cinema operations has helped Event Hospitality to a first half net profit after tax of $66.9 million, an increase of $7.6 million or 12.7 per cent over the prior comparable period.
