PM tries to head off Katter revolt
Scott Morrison has not ruled out axing a $234 million deal with Bob Katter if he sides with Labor to force a recall of Parliament to deal with the royal commission.
Bendigo backs ban on broker payments
Bendigo Bank says Commissioner Hayne's recommendations do not go far enough as headwinds ensure the bank's key metrics go backwards.
It's all about the Coalition's safety
Scott Morrison's message is a political clarion call about keeping Australia strong, insisting that only this government can be trusted to keep the country secure.
Labor compromises on asylum bill
A plan by the Opposition, Greens and independents to roll the government in Parliament over the medical treatment of asylum seekers is at risk of collapse due to a softening by Labor.
'Pretty tough': Developer hammered
AVJennings profit plunged 90 per cent and managing director Peter Summers blamed "consumer confidence" amid "extreme" media coverage of the property downturn.
Cranston trial told of 'fake news'
The case against former deputy tax commissioner Michael Cranston was based on vague evidence and failed to show that he acted dishonestly, his defence told the District Court.
Cash's adviser urged to reveal all
Cabinet minister Michaelia Cash's former media adviser has revealed how he tipped off media to an investigation into the Australian Workers Union.
How long can JB Hi-Fi outrun the doubters?
JB Hi-Fi's first-half results provide a perfect demonstration of the conundrum facing investors in the retail sector.
JB Hi-Fi bolsters range to protect sales and margins
JB Hi-Fi is increasing space for fast-growing categories such as mobile phones, gaming and internet-connected homewares to insulate sales and margins as consumers become increasingly cautious.
Local gas prices 'resilient to LNG softness'
Cooper Energy chief executive David Maxwell is still finding "robust" demand for gas at $9-$11 a gigajoule, despite LNG spot prices being at 17-month lows.
Henry should not appoint CEO: Costello
Future Fund chairman and former federal treasurer Peter Costello has criticised the NAB's handling of its leadership crisis.
Sigma jobs to go in $100m cost cut
Sigma Healthcare chief executive Mark Hooper said job losses were "inevitable" as part of a plan to strip $100 million in costs from the business.
Future Fund delivers thumping 5.8pc
The Future Fund has weathered market volatility to deliver an impressive 5.8 per cent return, beating the strongest performing super funds last year.
Markets Live: ASX closes at 6060
S&P;/ASX 200 closed 10 points lower at 6060 after reaching a high of 6084 in the morning.
Trump dream of cheap oil still alive
The new year's oil price rally has fizzled out as renewed concerns about growth in demand outweigh the tightening of supply through OPEC cuts and US sanctions.
$4.7m gone. Why didn't investors notice?
How did this financial adviser transfer $4.7 million in client funds into his personal bank account without them noticing?
'Hard to put an Afterpay up against a PayPal'
Lawyer turned fund manager Lachlan Hughes takes a 10-year view on every company he invests in. He likes Facebook and Paypal and his Swell Global Fund returned 8 per cent in calendar 2018.
Opinion
How long can JB Hi-Fi outrun the doubters?
JB Hi-Fi's first-half results provide a perfect demonstration of the conundrum facing investors in the retail sector.
If you're happy and they know it, they get rich!
If you've ever wondered why you're so addicted to Facebook or to Instagram, The Age of Surveillance Capitalism explains it.
Five-day test for market, economy
With the theatrics of the royal commission almost over, investors can get down to the serious business of taking the temperature of the ASX and the broader Australian economy.
Political heat will singe all bank leaders
Andrew Thorburn and Ken Henry may be going but the chief executives and chairmen of the other big three banks won't escape increasingly loud calls for them to also "consider their positions".
Google says too much transparency 'bad for all'
Google cannot be too transparent about its search algorithms because low-quality websites might game the system and spam consumers, says its vice-president of search Pandu Nayak.
'Urgent': Coalition told to move on insurance reform
The small business watchdog has backed Labor's move to extend unfair contract laws to protect insurance consumers, saying it should be introduced at the same time as long-awaited Treasury changes.
Australia can scuttle French subs project
After fraught negotiations, Morrison government finally signs long-awaited contract with France for $50 billion submarine project.
Harper slams PM's power breakups
Ian Harper has slammed the federal government's plan for US-style breakup powers for energy companies as an over-reaction liable to freeze investment and make the electricity market worse not better.
Delay R&D; tax changes government told
The federal government has been told to delay planned changes to R&D; tax incentives, with a parliamentary committee warning against a retrospective crackdown.
Spain takes a gamble on 22 per cent minimum wage hike
Spain is embarking on a major economic experiment: A 22 per cent jump in the minimum wage that's ignited a high-stakes debate about how it will affect the economy.
China's holiday spending growth slows
The downward pressure on China's consumption persisted over the Lunar New Year holiday, the annual festival when people travel, shop, and give gifts or money.
Brazil's economy minister vows return of ‘order’
Brazil's economy minister has vowed to end years of failed state interventions as Latin America's largest economy embarks on sweeping free-market reforms under President Jair Bolsonaro.
US policy in Asia heads from bad to worse
If the last year is any indication of what will happen in 2019, US policy in Asia will be erratic and self-serving.
Transurban's US boss urges Congress on asset recycling
Transurban Group's US chief is urging reluctant Democrats to keep an open mind on the use of Australian-style asset recycling to help address a badly backlogged US infrastructure pipeline.
Personal Finance
Buy, hold, sell: Stocks to watch
Livewire's James Marlay talks to Joe Magyer from Lakehouse and James Gerrish from Shaw and Partners about stocks to watch in 2019.
Adopt NZ default super: Howes
Australia should consider mimicking elements of New Zealand's KiwiSaver model for default superannuation, says former union leader Paul Howes, who heads up KPMG's wealth management division.
Your fitbit could get you an insurance discount
A $400 million tech transformation at MLC Life Insurance will pave the way for it to be able to offer "continuous underwriting" and integrations with fitness apps and gyms.
ASIC takes 3 years to charge bank trader
The corporate regulator took 3 1/2 years to charge a derivatives trader who made up figures to mask his trading losses, a court has heard.
Doyle accuser takes complaint to police
A woman who claimed former Melbourne lord mayor Robert Doyle inappropriately touched her at a dinner in 2016 has spoken publicly about it for the first time.
Kerryn Phelps MP: the lady is not for turning
The independent MP for Wentworth doesn't like talking about herself, but she is confident her lifelong role as a change agent will help deliver more shock election outcomes, she tells Lunch with the AFR.
Ex-Deutsche trader pleads for no jail time
Andrew Donaldson has pleaded to be spared jail, arguing no one lost money because of him, and his personal and financial situation is dire after delays in prosecution.
Lifestyle
Depressed? It could be your diet
A new study published in Psychosomatic Medicine has found that a healthy diet can reduce the symptoms associated with depression.
