Insights

Many Australian firms with exposure to the improving US economy have outperformed the broader market this year.

Internode founder Simon Hackett has been a vocal participant in the NBN debate and he is now in a position at NBN Co to make a very real difference. But just how meaningful his contribution will be remains to be seen.

Retailer expects trading conditions to remain challenging in the year ahead, shares spike more than 3.5% in early trade.

Group reiterates FY underlying profit guidance, says Iraq recovery hurt by Fairfax.

Paint maker's result hit by Alcoa acquisition costs, revenue surges.

Suitor lifts off-market takeover offer for Warrnambool to $9 cash per share.

The younger generation's anticipation of inheriting a massive chunk of baby-boomer money is distorting the economy, and influencing the tone of Australia's Left-Right divide.

An hour's drive from Lima is the shrinking Pastoruri glacier, where communities are trying to rebrand the once glorious formation into an 'attraction' for those curious to witness climate change in action.

Using optical fibre strung overhead with power lines would be faster and cheaper than replacing the old copper network, but it is also unlikely to stand the test of time.

The first home owner grant recklessly shifts wealth towards home owners and investors, doing nothing to improve affordability.

Local market set to follow Wall St's downward lead after Fed official warned on taper.

Port Headland deal said to put BHP's expansion plans ahead of other interests.

Local currency lowers amid expectations QE taper could soon begin.

US stocks fade as Fed official warns stimulus program can't continue forever

Markets saw decent falls on rumours that taper timing might be changing while competition from shale gas caused movement in the crude market.

Mining, retail, the automotive industry and public service are understandably nervous as the walls crack around them. But the government is flat footed on the problems.