Insights

Imagine yourself in Greg Hunt's shoes, trying to deliver on election commitments when colleagues like Joe Hockey seem to think the plan is to abolish organisations central to your election commitments. It must feel like you're the minister for nothing.

The Chinese e-commerce giant's filing for IPO in the US is set to strengthen its already formidable presence even further.

The level of non-hydro renewables generation varies significantly with different assumptions related to cost, price, policy and economic conditions.

Lender says notes will qualify as Tier 1 capital under APRA's framework.

Stock market operator reports growth in all major revenue categories in nine months to March.

Local video services like Quickflix are lining up to support Google's streaming media stick. With the Chromecast open to all, the rising tide could be a boost for all Australian streaming services.

A leaked recording of a speech by China's biggest property developer is sending shockwaves throughout the country's property sector.

The week in clean energy saw more rollercoaster rides for fuel cells, President Hollande weigh in on Alstom and a wave of new wind projects.

The once outrageously priced laptop is now the most affordable laptop Apple has ever sold and there's still room for some improvement.

US stocks close lower as investors fret about the latest outbreak of violence in Ukraine.

Infrastructure investors, investment banks interested in Qld's $2.6bn Wiggins coal port.

Alibaba's decision to list in the US appears to be a loss for China. But there is a possible 'face saving' resolution that could yet see the online retail giant make its homecoming.

A staring contest is developing between the East and West on the Ukraine situation and investors don't like it. Tech stocks also helped push Wall Street lower with Twitter leading the way.

Pfizer's AstraZeneca bid frames Britain as little more than a convenient tax haven, and there are no guarantees the US pharma giant's presence will benefit the public.

The public brawl between James Packer and David Gyngell is another blight on the harbour city, which has been tainted by corruption scandals. It's a serious blow to Australia's global reputation.

Frank Lowy finally gives in to shareholders ahead of a crucial vote for Westfield's restructure, while Woolworths' credit card partnership with HSBC comes to an end.