Insights

Local bourse extends gains to be nearly 0.5% higher in midday trade.

Federal ministers in talks with miner on ways to assist: report.

With US Fed stimulus measures continuing for a while, producers are unlikely to get respite from gold's price plunge soon - unless QE-inflated asset bubbles eventually burst.

A little-known start-up that allows investors to acquire stakes in property could not only revolutionise the way Australians invest but free up much-needed wealth for homeowners and their families.

The resounding success of Freelancer's debut as a listed entity has other players looking around for suitable tech assets to bring to market.

Australia's growth prospects look set to turn worse in 2014 and with an ageing population, deep budget cuts and a decline in mining investment it may be quite a while before it gets better.

Local sharemarket boosted by stronger-than-expected US GDP data amid otherwise quiet holiday period for domestic news.

Miner says shareholders prefer policy despite growing concerns: report.

Warrnambool's CEO says Saputo can win control of the company, even without the help of major shareholders.

Slater & Gordon announces legal proceedings over market disclosure.

Banking regulator orders Commonwealth, Westpac, ANZ Bank and NAB to lift capital buffers to 1% beginning 2016 to increase resilience.

While APRA's capital requirements are conservative by global standards, a good look at the effects of increased regulation around the world may help mitigate unintended consequences.

The devastating economic effects of using austerity measures during a private sector downturn are very clear in Europe. Calls for Australia to do the same to address the budget deficit are misguided and dangerous.

If Australia's ailing car sector is to survive it must look to Detroit to understand what not to do.

The next phase of the investment revolution in Australia could be about to break, unlocking a 'wall of money' that could reinvigorate the economy.

2014 will be challenging for Australia as it grapples with a transition away from resources. There are signs of a global recovery, but emerging market risks and a savings glut pose impediments to growth.