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Economics

A trillion euros is in the mail

BENJAMIN ONG  |  FRIDAY, 7 NOV 2014
So this is the main message. Our balance sheet will continue to expand under either universe, either under the measures that we have already taken, and/or under measures that we may have to take if needed.

Market wrap

AAP  |  THURSDAY, 6 NOV 2014
The Australian share market has opened higher after US markets hit new highs.

Rejoice for the A$ has fallen

BENJAMIN ONG  |  THURSDAY, 6 NOV 2014
But the way the Australian economy is not going, we should be praying to the currency gods that we get some more... depreciation beyond US$0.85, that is.

Market Wrap AM

AAP  |  THURSDAY, 6 NOV 2014
The Australian market looks set to open higher after the Dow Jones Industrial Average reached a record high following the Republican win in the US midterm elections.

Market wrap

AAP  |  WEDNESDAY, 5 NOV 2014
The Australian share market is lower as a large fall in commodity prices overnight weighs on the market.

Why the eurozone cannot afford cheap oil

BENJAMIN ONG  |  WEDNESDAY, 5 NOV 2014
Weaker eurozone growth contributes to lower world demand for crude, lowering its price. Lower oil prices raise the risk of deflation - prompting eurozone businesses and consumers to defer spending, lowering growth. Weaker growth...

Market Wrap AM

AAP  |  WEDNESDAY, 5 NOV 2014
The Australian market looks set to open slightly lower after mainly negative performance on Wall Street as oil prices slump.

Market wrap

AAP  |  TUESDAY, 4 NOV 2014
The Australian share market is slightly higher following soft leads from overseas markets and as the nation prepares to mark Melbourne Cup day.

100% steady on the RBA

BENJAMIN ONG  |  TUESDAY, 4 NOV 2014
It'll be interesting to know the RBA's thoughts on how these changed policies change (or not) the outlook for the Australian economy.

Market Wrap AM

AAP  |  TUESDAY, 4 NOV 2014
The Australian market looks set to open lower in a likely quiet day of trade on Melbourne Cup day and following poor performances on international markets.