Insights

With the Coalition government pledging to address the current working-visa structure it might be time to reconsider our thinking around the economic value of immigration.

JP Morgan Chase is the latest business to be hit by hackers and while the Wall Street heavyweight is doubling its cybersecurity budget who's paying the real price?

With a 15.6-inch screen and weighing in at 2.3kg this hybrid boasts plenty of grunt but delivers very little.

They draw little coverage internationally, but the US midterm campaigns are highly significant for those playing the long game.

Australia has a big role to play to build the institutions of economic governance needed for a prosperous and coherent ASEAN.

The US economy appears to be back on track and that should flow through into higher interest rates in Australia. However, we need to keep a close eye on China.

Australia isn't unique in experiencing a property boom but while rising land prices might be a global problem, they are a bigger issue here than almost anywhere else.

The local market is tipped to strengthen on the back of new stimulus measures unveiled by the Bank of Japan, with high yielding stocks in focus.

Ferrovial's proposed takeover of Transfield Services appears to have run into difficulties, while Macquarie Group is well placed to acquire a portfolio of European electricity assets.

It doesn't make sense to cite strategic power concerns as the reason for not joining the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank.

Consolidation of the rare earths industry would enable China to effectively control supply and prices.

Friday's BOJ announcement was unexpected and has caused investors to reconsider strategy.

A new line-up of motorcycles coupled with extremely loyal customers should generate value for this reputable company.

Unlike other November meetings, this Melbourne Cup day there is no chance the Reserve Bank will move interest rates.

A busy week locally as key economic data is released and the Reserve Bank Board meet. In the US, employment figures will be the focus of attention.

In this week's essential reading guide, Kohler notes the importance of a bullish Fed and Gottliebsen eyes the potential for a retail surge.