Insights

Once thought to be a GFC-related anomaly, interest rates at the zero lower bound are now a persistent feature in numerous economies, which now face the prospect of a lost decade of economic growth.

Australian food exporters are in prime position to satisfy Chinese appetites.

Court dismisses ACCC's allegation that bank breached consumer law.

The Surface Pro 2 delivers on the productivity front but a hefty price tag and the weighty form factor might be a turn off for some consumers.

A largely conservative corporate culture has discouraged Chinese firms from developing successful branding strategies, impeding their visibility in international markets.

The share sale's proceeds will be used to reduce debt and invest in the credit and analytics business.

Forge Group's extended trading halt looks ugly for several reasons, but investors should wait on more details before passing judgment.

The Nationals' intense opposition to ADM's Graincorp bid lies in the sector's productivity boom, which has culled rural jobs and fuelled populist xenophobia. It's sending a very damaging message to foreign investors.

The proceeds of the company's IPO will be used to pay its original shareholders.

Independent board postpones meeting to be convened by Carnegie, Perpetual.

The bookbuild for Redcape's Hotel Property Fund float has been brought forward due to strong investor interest.

Miner announces departure of Scott Langford, Peter Larson named interim successor.

National Australia Bank chief is the lowest paid boss of the big four banks with a remuneration package of $7.76m

Qantas would have far more to lose than Virgin from the all-out domestic war Alan Joyce says his rival is preparing for. But without its capital raising, Virgin would be extremely vulnerable.

Banks and miners are leading the market lower at the start of the week, while Graincorp has slumped again as investors worry the government may deem the foreign takeover too difficult.

DataRoom: Litigation funder seeks shareholder support over shock writedown.