Insights

Joe Hockey was unconvincing in his dismissal of ADM's bid for GrainCorp. His decision denies Australian agribusiness of much-needed capital and sends a troubling message to foreign investors.

There are many theories - but little real certainty - as to what will drive future growth as mining investment falls. What's very clear is Victoria and NSW must pick up the slack.

Suitor again lifts voting power in takeover target after MG, Bega try to block bid.

AEMO projects NSW could face gas shortages by 2018, yet domestic gas demand is crumbling and won't recover to 2012 levels until as late as 2030.

Being able to visualise the climate problem - from those most at risk, to who's doing what, where - helps put the world's many mindsets into perspective.

Local market begins flat in quiet trade as Wall St closed for Thanksgiving.

In rejecting Archer Daniels Midland's GrainCorp takeover, the Treasurer has not only shown disregard for our national interest but contradicted his own party's promise that Australia is 'open for business'.

The three Rothschild bankers have been named co-heads of global financial advisory in Australia.

It's a big week for data with United States GDP and jobs figures out, while at home the Reserve Bank's December cash rate decision as well as GDP figures are ones to watch.

A new study has found rooftop solar can reduce peak summer demand by more than 50 per cent, with benefits flowing to consumers and utilities alike.

While the Xbox One promises smooth transition between games, movies, TV and internet browsing. The PS4's core focus is on gaming and gamers.

The arrival of the US entertainment juggernaut Netflix on Australian shores may not be as imminent as imagined, and the likes of Quickflix and EzyFlix certainly aren't losing sleep over it.

A carbon tax is more reliable than emissions trading. And with just a simple floor on taxable emissions, you can dodge the diabolical political attack lines.

The government is not coming clean on real energy policy, with its latest policy document out-of-date, ridden with holes and maddeningly brief.

Beijing's new litmus test for American military commitment to east Asia coincides - not likely by accident - with one of Barack Obama's most troubled periods at home.

Treasurer announces he will prohibit a $3.4 billion offer from US giant Archer Daniels Midland to acquire 100% of the agribusiness.