Insights

The NBN is great for shipping larger files but when it comes to websites it won't provide much of a speed boost, if at all.

Prime Minister Abbott should pressure firms to reveal which fossil fuel assets may become stranded, rather than criticising investors seeking to protect themselves.

The full service model - one that includes news, current affairs, sport and entertainment - of Australian broadcast television is in danger of going the same way as full-service airlines.

Turmoil in European and US markets has seen investors panic and US bond yields tumble. If it continues, Australia is a sitting duck.

European stocks recovered after significant falls in early trading, while oil prices climbed after dropping below $US80.

Bain Capital looks set to make a tidy profit by floating software provider MYOB, while the federal government is buoyed by public interest in the Medibank float.

Low inflation has made it increasingly difficult for the ECB to avert another eurozone crisis. Germany must come to its aid.

There are a few opportunities to invest in quality companies while they are trading below their value.

At the first sign of trouble, it's likely that central banks will fire up the printing presses once again, prolonging ultra-low rates - and markets know it.

"For strong free cash flow and returns to be sustainable, a business needs to demonstrate it has sustainable competitive advantages."

"The Standard & Poor's GSCI commodity price index has fallen by 12% in US dollar terms so far in 2014."

"As odd as it may sound, the sooner you start treating your investments like you treat life, the happier you'll be with the outcome."

The multi-platinum selling superstar has boldly stepped into the wearables market and he just might be on to a winner.

The closure of Ireland's notorious corporate tax loophole comes as a global crackdown on tax avoidance gathers momentum, but other inventive strategies could be on the cards.

Volatility in the market may have increased, but analysts say there is still an appetite among investors for new listings.

Despite robust profits, a booming stock market and low unemployment, too many Japanese have not benefited from the recovery.