S&P 500 sets all-time record
US stocks rose on speculation the incoming administration's policies will incite brisker economic growth.
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Oil lifts on OPEC deal bets
Oil climbed to a three-week high as Iran signalled optimism that OPEC will agree to a supply-cut deal.
Vinamilk $US800m share sale set
Vietnam's State Capital Investment Corporation is poised to sell 9 per cent of Vinamilk on December 2.
Iron ore drops as stockpiles surge
Prices have given up most of the gains inspired by Donald Trump's surprise win and a speculative frenzy in China.
Free news website now owned by super industry mega-group
The New Daily, a free news site set up by six super funds as a 'commercial venture' three years ago, has been handed over to a single parent fund and is barely profitable after three years.
Boral boss Mike Kane has faith in his Utah acquisition
Utah's Mormon community will lose one of its few corporate titans when Mike Kane's Boral takes over Headwaters Inc next year.
Which retailers are on Oxfam's 'naughty' list this Christmas?
Oxfam has released its 'Naughty & Nice' list detailing which big retailers disclose where their clothing is made.
Banks need 'overhaul' not CEO pledges: finance expert
Australia's banks need more than pledges from CEOs to improve their culture following a series of scandals at their financial planning and insurance arms, a leading finance expert has warned.
Qantas, American Airlines to fight decision to block flight deal
Qantas and American Airlines will fight a US transport regulator's decision to tentatively block an expansion of the pair's alliance which would have seen them fly more between Australia and the United States.
Trump supplies gravy to flavour Boral's $3.5 billion buy
Conventional theory on the strategy of mergers and acquisitions says that timing plays a large part in success or failure.
'Not much to smile about' as ASX slips
Gold sector gains weren't enough to buoy the overall market as investors fretted about the greenback and bonds.
Where next for 'tarnished' $A?
The Australian dollar continues to tumble as traders abandon it for the greenback but commodity prices are limiting downside.
Banks' climate change talk not yet matched by action
Around this time of year, bosses of the big four banks steel themselves for a showdown over the billions of dollars banks lend to fossil fuel projects.
Markets Live: ASX wobbles lower
Shares end the day lower and the Aussie dollar struggles to lift, while Boral announces a big deal.
Proposal to scrap tax deductions for work clothes
About 500,000 taxpayers who claim tax deductions for non-compulsory work uniforms could be denied the benefit under a new proposal.
Goldman turns bullish on economy and $A
In a surprisingly upbeat note, Goldman Sachs has upgraded its growth forecasts and says there is a chance the RBA will start lifting interest rates next year.
'It's just nuts': More public service departments vote no
Fresh calls for arbitration after Agriculture, AAT and National Museum all vote no.
How to get wages bang for the tax cut buck
Well that's one way to deal with the problem of bracket creep – don't have a wages increase.
Deliveroo for a day
My adventure to find out if this was the future of work, or just a flash in the pan sustained through the generosity of venture capital investors.
12 things successful people do as workday ends
If you don't practise these effective habits, it may be time to reassess your end-of-day routine.
Caltex boss warns 'immoral' franchisees
The issues of wage fraud occurring across multiple industries last year and more recently alleged in the Caltex franchisee network are unacceptable.
Crown staff 'formally arrested', face months behind bars
The three Australian employees of James Packer's Crown Resorts detained in China face months more in custody.
Mining giant Rio Tinto expected to cut 500 West Australian jobs
Mining giant Rio Tinto has confirmed the company will slash more jobs across its iron ore division in Western Australia.
'A little bit too hard for women': How Greta went to the top of the class
For Greta Saggus, industrial design is about problem solving.
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Australia not home when opportunity knocked
Last week Australian government bonds finished 51 per cent dearer than when opportunity was knocking loudest for infrastructure. Michael Pascoe comments.
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Corporate tax cuts to wages furphy
If the government was genuinely concerned about boosting net wages, thereâs a more obvious solution than corporate tax cuts. Michael Pascoe comments.
Baby Bunting same-store growth moderates
Australia's biggest baby goods chain reports a "pleasing" start to the new financial year, with total sales up just over 20 per cent.
Kaufland studying Oz retail market
Aldi's archrival Schwarz Group is investigating setting up Kaufland stores in Australia.
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Is Australia ready for Kaufland?
Germany's Kaufland could rock the retail world if the 'hypermarket' giant decides to set up stores in Australia.
How President Trump could use the White House to enrich himself and his family
The president-elect plans to continue to own his global business while in office. This is a colossal mistake.
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No degree is no problem in small business
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