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Economics

Women have suffered greater financial loss post-pandemic: Research

CHLOE WALKER  |  THURSDAY, 1 SEP 2022
While a third of men in Australia experienced a boost in their annual income during COVID, just one in four women saw an increase, according to new research from EquipSuper.

Capital raisings remain possible: MinterEllison

CHLOE WALKER  |  MONDAY, 22 AUG 2022
While headwinds are challenging capital markets globally, MinterEllison's latest report suggests that the Australian market remains resilient.

Strong wage growth lags inflation

ANDREW MCKEAN  |  THURSDAY, 18 AUG 2022
Treasurer Jim Chalmers and employment minister Tony Burke said they are pleased to see strong wages growth but noted it's still well short of inflation.

China records historic trade surplus

ANDREW MCKEAN  |  FRIDAY, 12 AUG 2022
China has posted a record high trade surplus after another month of strong exports; however, headline inflation continued its upward trend.

Business confidence, conditions rally: NAB

ANDREW MCKEAN  |  WEDNESDAY, 10 AUG 2022
National Australia Bank's (NAB) latest business survey reported business confidence has risen above average levels and conditions have strengthened.

Aussie investment habits improving: Superhero

CHLOE WALKER  |  WEDNESDAY, 10 AUG 2022
According to a survey of Australian investors, 50% are planning on investing this year's tax return in the stock market.

Reserve Bank explores digital currency potential

CHLOE WALKER  |  TUESDAY, 9 AUG 2022
The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) is launching a one-year research programme into the case for a central bank digital currency (CBDC).

US Senate passes $1tn Inflation Reduction Act

ANDREW MCKEAN  |  MONDAY, 8 AUG 2022
The US Senate has passed the Democrats' $1.07 trillion bill which aims to tackle inflation by lowering the deficit and everyday expenses for working families.

Magellan FUM decline continues but eases

CHLOE WALKER  |  THURSDAY, 4 AUG 2022
The investment manager has taken yet another blow to its funds under management, however the damage isn't nearly as bad as previous months saw.

RBA lifts cash rate to 1.85%

ANDREW MCKEAN  |  WEDNESDAY, 3 AUG 2022
The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has chosen to increase the cash rate by 50 basis points to 1.85%, consequently, this is now a fourth consecutive monthly rate rise.