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Some utility chiefs are even acknowledging how plunging costs of solar and batteries can provide a new model of power supply. The next challenge is providing financial products to fast-track this transition.

Local shares tipped for a steady start to trading week ahead of budget release.

David Murray is too savvy to be taken in by big super's latest attempt to suffocate SMSFs, which are inherently more conservative and risk averse. But it shows big funds are somewhat oblivious to reality.

The Coalition is hoping the pain inflicted on voters in this tough budget will have well and truly lost its edge by 2016. Its fiscal effectiveness will be pivotal.

Despite the Dow closing at a record on Friday, the local market is tipped to start the week flat as investors eagerly await tomorrow's federal budget.

China need only look to Japan to see how demographic pressures can drag down economic powerhouses. But unlike Japan, there's a danger China might become old before it becomes rich.

BHP Billiton looks to be pressing ahead with divesting non-core assets, while the IPO market steps into the spotlight.

Now at its highest value ever in nominal terms, the US stockmarket's rise appears unstoppable. But the Fed's taper is likely to dry up demand and dampen enthusiasm for equities.

Bill Shorten participated in labour movement's campaign donations carnival as a union boss.

More than 30 regional newspapers, including the ­Illawarra Mercury, are under review for possible closure.

Treasurer will unveil 'growth dividend' in budget to assure voters on long-term benefit of cuts.

Creasy was absent as a meeting of Sirius shareholders voted in favour of a deal to buy his 30% stake in a nickel-copper prospect.

The proposed Australian Gaming & Entertainment Limited has pulled plans to float on the ASX.

Echo boss says firm has faced stronger-than-expected competition in Singapore, hopeful on new casino in Brisbane.

QCG Resources will today announce today plans to list on the ASX.

China's $1.4bn takeover plan is a continuation of push to secure raw materials outside of dominant iron ore suppliers.