Consumers Brace for Belt-Tightening Measures
With rising utility bills and the fear of job losses all across the country, the CLSA yearly survey among consumers predicted that many..
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Rate Cuts on Hold as Economy Grows
The Reserve Bank of Australia is not likely to issue rate cuts this month, following a push in the economy. Reports say that during the..
Insurance Premiums Rise
As of last year, there have been catastrophe-related insured losses that amounted to US$76 billion. This worldwide phenomenon has caused..
Europe’s Hardships May Affect Global Economy
As Europe faces tough economic challenges, the International Monetary Fund has warned that these can directly affect world economy. In the..
Swan: Economy Still Growing
Wayne Swan said the growth of the Australian economy remains impressive as the latest International Monetary Fund (IMF) report showed how..
Previous Fiscal Year Hit Shareholders Hard
The Australian share fund has been underperforming, as the global financial crisis continue to affect the economy. In the last five years,..
RBA Attracts Investors with Sale of Banknotes
With the release of its “banknote sale” yesterday, the Reserve Bank of Australia may be raising an issue that the share market has long..
BMA and Coalmining Unions to Enter Mediation
The 18-month mining dispute, culminating with seven-days of striking in May, is about to be resolved. BMA and the Single Bargaining Unit..
Congress to Begin Debate over Casual Employment
Congress and Australian Council of Trade Unions (ACTU) are about to tackle one of the biggest casual employment phenomenon in the world, as..
Investing Strategies for a Volatile Market
The continuous bear stock trend in the market that began in 2007 has caused many investors to question the right way to handle their..
