SBS On the Money: Recent Episodes
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SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Westpac Senior Economist Pat Bustamante about why the US Federal Reserve left interest rates on hold despite repeated pressure from Donald Trump, plus Ben Clark from TMS Capital Ltd on the day's sharemarket news, including a continued tumble in the iron ore price.
Australian markets fall ahead of a US Federal Reserve meeting on interest rates – as oil continues its rally. Perpetual Limited’s head of investment strategy, Matt Sherwood joins Rhayna Bosch with the details. Plus - Optus faces a $100 million fine, one of the largest consumer law penalties in Australian history. Stephanie Youssef speaks with Australian Communications Consumer Action Network CEO Carrol Bennett about the significance of the development.
Investors take a breath as news headlines pour in from the Middle-East. Still, oil remains a point of concern with the impacts on inflation yet to materialise. For more Rhayna Bosch speaks with James Gerrish, Lead Portfolio Manager at Shaw and Partners. Plus where Australia ranks on global competitiveness - CEDA Chief Economist Cassandra Winzar weighs in.
Energy stocks soar amid rising oil prices and the largest ever cash bid in the Australian Energy sector. Plus –ASIC gears up to launch a formal review into the ASX following what it called significant, and repeated operational and technical failings. Rhayna Bosch speaks with David Walsh a Wealth Advisor with Sarto Advisory.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Shane Oliver about the impact of the rising tensions in the Middle-East and Iran as oil prices surge and the flow on for motorists.
Oil prices climbed almost 5 per cent overnight as US-Iran tensions escalate, so Rhayna Bosch speaks with Vivek Dhar from the Commonwealth Bank to find out why and what it means for petrol prices, plus SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Angus Geddes from Fat Prophets for his take on the latest sharemarket moves, while Alan Kirkland from ASIC explains why it has joined other global regulators to target so called, finfluencers.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Josh Gilbert to find out why the Australian sharemarket hit another record for a second day, despite slowing global growth, plus Rhayna Bosch takes a look at why Qantas is shutting down its Jetstar Asia unit with Ellis Taylor from Cirium.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Jamie Hannah from VanEk to find out what's been driving the Australian sharemarket to a record high and if it can continue, plus Tys Ochhiuzzi discusses the rise of the Labubu plush toy that's gone viral despite the cost of living crisis with Dr Christina Anthony from the University of Sydney.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Daniel Ives from Wedbush and Alex Pollak, CIO at Loftus Peak about the deteriorating relationship between Donald Trump and Elon Musk as Tesla's share price tumbled overnight, plus a look at the day's sharemarket moves including Virgin Australia's IPO with Heath Moss from HLM Investments.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Luke Laretive from Seneca Financial Solutions as the ASX200 edges closer to a record and CBA breaches $300bn market cap, while Stephen Wu from the Commonwealth Bank goes through the latest economic growth numbers.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Julie Lee from FTSE Russell about the impact of the Fair Work Commission's 3.5% rise to the minimum wage along with the rest of the day's sharemarket news, plus Rhayna Bosch finds out why petrol prices have risen despite a fall in the global oil price with Vivek Dhar from the Commonwealth Bank.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Robert Talevski from Activam Group about the days market moves including why Trump's move to increase steel tariffs benefited Bluescope Steel, plus Rhayna Bosch discusses the latest increase in home values with Tim Lawless from Cotality.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Todd Hoare from LGT Crestone Wealth Management Limited and Armina Rosenberg from Minotaur Capital to find out why Australian investors looked past surging US Futures following Nvidia's strong earnings result and after a US court blocked Donald Trump's reciprocal tariffs.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Pat Bustamante from Westpac about today's monthly CPI Indicator which showed while prices remained within the RBA's target band, some essentials are rising and what it means for interest rates, plus the latest sharemarket thinking with Jun Bei Liu from Ten Cap.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Robert Anderson from Strata Community Association (NSW) about why, with interest rates coming down, now may be a good time to check in on your capital works fund, plus Mike Jenneke from UBS goes through the day's market action including Telstra's new 5 year Connected Future 30 plan.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Dianne Colledge from Morgans about the day's market action including Donald Trump's market influence, while Rhayna Bosch takes a closer look at job ad scams with ACCC Deputy Chairwoman Catriona Lowe.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Billy Leung from Global X to find out more about why Bitcoin has extended its rally, up nearly 50% since its April low to a record high, plus the day on the sharemarket with Scott Phillips from The Motley Fool.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with James Whelan from Barclay Pearce about how the lower interest rate environment is impacting markets while CBA shares continues to trade at record highs, and Rhayna Bosch takes a look at the gender wage gap between public and private companies with WGEA Chief Executive Mary Wooldridge.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with NAB Chief Economist Sally Auld about the RBA's decision to cut interest rates and how US trade policy influenced its decision, plus Rhayna Bosch speaks with Catherine Allfrey from WaveStone Capital to find out how it impacted the sharemarket
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with David Scutt from StoneX about the impact Moody's US credit rating cut is having on the sharemarket and preview's the RBA board meeting.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Zoran Kresovic from Blueberry to find out what's driving the sharemarket's recent run.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with HSBC Chief Economist Paul Bloxham to find out if Australia's tight labour market will impact the RBA's interest rate decision next week, plus a check on global markets with Elizabeth Tien from Citi.
A new report finds the ethic origins 91.9% of ASX300 board members anglo-celtic, so Rhayna Bosch speaks with Watermark Search International's David Evans to find out how diversity is really playing out; plus SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves goes through the latest wages data with RSM Australia's Devika Shivadekar and the day on the sharemarket with Niv Dagan from Peak Asset Management.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Kai Chen from MPC Markets as shares rally following a reprieve in US-China tariffs and finds out what level of uncertainty exists, plus Matthew Hassan from Westpac goes through the lasted Consumer Sentiment report to explain what it means for the Reserve Bank's interest rate meeting next week.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with QUT Professor Gary Mortimer to find out if a supermarket price war is on the horizon after Woolworths said it was cutting prices on 400 everyday items by around 10 per cent, plus Nick Schoenmaker from Drummond Capital Partners looks at the day's market moves including talk of a US-China trade deal.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Josh Gilbert from eToro about the day's market action including Donald Trump's Truth Social post which pull shares out of the red, and why US interest rates were left on hold.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Luke Laretive from Seneca Financial Solutions about the day's sharemarket action including the latest US trade talk developments and what's driving the Australian dollar to a six month high against the US.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Bruce Apted from State Street Global Advisors Investors about the impact US tariffs will have on corporate earnings, while Angelica Waite discusses the role Skype played on global communications with Trevor Long as Microsoft disconnects the platform.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Kyle Rodda from Capital.com about the huge plunge on the global oil price and goes through Westpac's $3.3 billion half-year profit which contributed to the market's first fall in eight days.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Marcus Bogdan from Blackmore Capital as the ASX200 extends its unbroken run to seven sessions of gains and discusses what's ahead.
The US economy contracted at an annualised rate of 0.3% in the three months to March. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves discusses what's next for the US and what it means for global and local shares with University of Sydney Professor Hugh Harley and Darren Thompson Equity Trustees Chief Investment Officer.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Micaela Fuchila from Jarden Group about how easing inflation is likely to prompt a May interest rate cut, along with the market reaction with Francesco De Stradis from Ord Minnett... while Veroncia Lenard speaks with CEDA's James Brooks about the personal cost savings of working from home.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Stuart Roberts from Stocks Down Under as the Australian sharemarket and dollar returns to pre-Liberation Day levels , while Rhayna Bosch discusses the future of Australia's wine exports with Peter Bailey from Wine Australia.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Flight Centre Travel Group CEO Graham Turner about the company's latest market update including why airfares to the US may be cut soon; ACCC Deputy Chair Mick Keogh warns businesses to be aware of rules around card surcharges; plus the day on the sharemarket with Luke McMillan from Ophir Asset Management.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Damien Boey from Wilson Asset Management about the day's market action, including what could be the end of US exceptionalism and why US funds may be flowing through to Australian markets.
Rhayna Bosch speaks with Vivek Dhar from the Commonwealth Bank about why petrol prices are likely to fall even lower, while SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves takes a look at the day's market action with Mark Gardner from MPC Markets.
The ABS says more than 32,000 jobs were created in March pushing the unemployment rate to 4.1%. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves takes a look at what it means for interest rates in the face of a slowing global economy with David Robertson from Bendigo and Adelaide Bank, plus the day's market action, including the potential election impacts, with Chris Weston from Pepperstone.
China's economy expanded by a more than expected 5.4% in three months to March, year-on-year, so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Yu Li from Blackmore Capital to find out how it is placed to ride out higher US import tariffs.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with David Walsh from Sarto Advisory Pty Ltd who explains how international businesses are responding to the global tariff tensions and the implication for investments
China's exported 12.4% more in March as it looked to beat US import tariffs so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Raymond Chan from Morgans Financial Limited to find out what next for the ongoing trade dispute, plus Rhayna Bosch talks with Clive Maguchu from State Street Global Advisors on the future direction of gold.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Lochlan Halloway from Morningstar about the turbulent week on global sharemarkets and what may come next.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Ausbil's Chief Investment Officer and industry veteran Paul Xiradis for his take on the wild sharemarket moves as shares on Wall Street see their best one day gain since the Global Financial Crisis as Donald Trump pauses his latest tariff policy while Ben Clark from TMS Capital takes a look at the local sharemarket reaction and Gareth Spence from NAB explains why he thinks the RBA should be cutting interest rates by a supersized 50 basis points in May.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Matt Sherwood from Perpetual Limited to find out how he's feeling amid the latest sharemarket volatility, plus Mark Thirlwell from the Australian Institute of Company Directors discusses what's concerning Australian directors at the moment including their thoughts on DEI.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Josh Gilbert from eToro, as global markets bounce back from heavy selling following Donald Trump's trade policies, while Phil O'Donoghue from Deutsche Bank explains why he now believes the RBA will need to front load interest rate cuts, starting with a supersized 50bps reduction in May, Plus, Rhayna Bosch talks to Matthew Hassan from Westpac.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves finds out how investors are feeling and where to next for the sharemarket, currencies and commodities after one of the worst days for equities in years with Andrew McAuley from UBS, Chris Weston from Pepperstone, and Mathan Somasundaram from Deep Data Analytics.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves takes a look at the severe global market reaction to Donald Trump's latest tariff announcement with Jessica Amir from moomoo , while Angelica Waite explores the impact on superannuation funds with Kirby Rappell, CFA from SuperRatings.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Angus Geddes from Fat Prophets to find out what Donald Trump's reciprocal tariffs, including a 10% rate on Australian exports to the US, means for investors.
The average new home loan size hit a record high in December 2024. According to the bureau of statistics that is now $666,000, making it difficult for first time buyers to enter the market. Curtin University’s Professor Rachel Ong ViforJ looks closely at the pros and cons of housing entry schemes such as the first homebuyers grant and shared equity schemes.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with James Gerrish from Shaw and Partners as investors brace for the fallout from Donald Trump's reciprocal tariff announcement, while AMP's My Bui goes through the latest building approvals data which shows an upward trend, but will those builds be completed?
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Moody's Analytics Economist Katrina Ell about why the RBA left interest rates on hold, the impact on the election and where to next, while Jamie Hannah from VanEck takes a look at the sharemarket reaction.
The RBA and ASIC say they have deep concerns about the management of operational risks at the ASX following an incident relating to its CHESS settlement platform. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with George Boubouras from K2 Asset Management for his take, plus the latest on the market woes amid growing global trade tension.
Global markets slide as President Trump announces 25% tariffs on automotives coming into effect from April 3. For more, plus today’s market action, Rhayna Bosch speaks with Economic Futurist, Evan Lucas.
Rhayna Bosch speaks with Seneca investments Luke Laretive on inflation, the budget and all the day’s market action. Plus – an iconic 90s fashion brand collapses.
Rhayna Bosch speaks with Morgans Private Client Adviser Dianne Colledge about the day's share market action both locally and over in the US as shares rally in response to indications of a more targeted approach to reciprocal tariffs – plus Tesla shares clock their best day since the US federal election.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Jun Bei Liu from TenCap about the uncertainties driving investor sentiment lately, and takes a closer look at the battle between Tesla and BYD.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with CommSec Chief Economist Ryan Felsman about what investors can expect this dividend season. plus Michael Jenneke from UBS on where to now for the Australian sharemarket.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves takes a look at the latest Chinese stimulus measures and economic data with HSBC Chief Economist Paul Bloxham, plus the day on the sharemarket with Elio D'Amato from Daylight Financial.
Stats NZ says there were nearly 123,000 migrant departures in January which is the highest ever for an annual period. SBS Finance Editor finds out why, and where they are going with Mark Smith from ASB, plus a closer look at US markets with Isaac Poole Oreana Private Wealth.
The Australian Energy Regulator is lifting the caps on how much retailers can charge for electricity from July 1, which could mean increases of as much as 8.9% for some consumers. Angelica Waite speaks with Shukla Poddar from UNSW to find out more, plus SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves discusses the day's market action with Scott Phillips from The Motley Fool.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Nick Schoenmaker from Drummond Capital Partners about the market's recent sell-off as the US confirms Australian steel and aluminium exports will be subject to import tariffs.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Catherine Allfrey from Wavestone Capital as US and local markets are hit with US recession fears, plus Liam Wagner from Curtin University explains why petrol prices are likely to fall soon.
Could the US enter a recession under Donald Trump's watch? SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves discusses with David Scutt from Stone X, plus Rhayna Bosch takes a look at the worsening rental affordability situation with Angus Moore from realestate.com.au.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Craig Bennett from S&P Gobal Ratings to find out how Australian insurers are placed as TC Alfred prepares to make landfall; plus the day on the sharemarket with Elizabeth Tian from Citi.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with NAB Chief Economist Alan Oster about the latest Australian economic growth report as he refects on his 32 years as Chief Economist at the bank and offers his advice for young students, plus the day on the sharemarket with Ben Richards from Seneca Financial Solutions.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves discusses the implications for investments and Australia, plus why the RBA says it can't committ to further interest rate cuts with Alex Joiner from IFM Investors and James Whelan from Barclay Pearce.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Australia Post CEO Paul Graham about how gig economy and new start-ups are threatening his thriving parcels business and the reforms needed to secure its future. Plus Julia Lee from FTSE Russell on the day's market action, including the latest woes from Star Entertainment.
Will a price war emerge as Qatar takes a 25% stake in Virgin Australia boosting services between Australia and Doha? Alxandra Jones speaks with Aviation Expert Ellis Taylor from Cirium, plus SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves takes a look at the day's market action with Henry Jennings from Marcus Today.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Chartered Accountants Chief Economist Professor Richard Holden and Niv Dagan from Peak Asset Management about the day's inflation data and what it says about the rising cost of living.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Jun Bei Liu from TenCap and Kyle Rodda from capital.com to get the latest from reporting season and why investors have sold down shares less than two weeks after the ASX200 hit a record.
Wages growth has slowed to a near 2.5 year low so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with RSM Australia Economist Devika Shivadekar to find out what it means for the economy and the direction of interest rates; plus Francesco De Stradis from Ord Minnett on the day on the sharemarket
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves takes a look at why the RBA cut official interest rates for the first time since November 2020 and what's next with Paul Bloxham from HSBC, Sally Tindall from Canstar and Michael McCarthy from moomoo; plus Rhayna Bosch speaks with BHP CFO Vandita Pant about the miner's US$5.1bn half year underlying profit and what's next for the company.
Rhayna Bosch speaks with The a2 Milk Company CEO David Bortolussi about the company's latest profit and changing demographics in China, plus SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves previews tomorrow's RBA meeting on interest rates with David Bassanese from Betashares and Luke McMillan from Ophir Asset Management.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Cochlear CEO Dig Howitt following the hearing implant maker's profit result on the company's future and US experience; plus Omkar Joshi from Opal Capital Management takes a look at the day on the sharemarke
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Matt Wacher from Morningstar about Sigma's merger with Chemist Warehouse as it takes to the boards of the ASX and the rest of the day's market action
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with CBA CEO Matt Comyn about the bank's $5.1bn half-year cash profit and how soon customers should expect interest rate relief following what's expected to be the first official interest rate cut in five years next week; plus Martin Lakos from Macquarie on the day's sharemarket news.
US President Donald Trump says he'll consider a tariff on steel imports from Australia because of a trade surplus with the country, so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves takes a look at how that compares with others with Alan Oster from NAB; plus the day on the sharemarket with Mark Gardner from MPC Markets.
Reporting season ramps up next week, so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves takes a look at what's coming up with Tony Sycamore from IG Markets.
The US trade deficit grew to a record US$1.2trillion in 2024 so will President Trump use it as ammunition to push through futher tariffs? SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves discusses the implications with Shane Oliver from AMP Capital; plus the day on the sharemarket with Chris Weston from Pepperstone.
China has imposed its own tariffs on imports from the US, but what kind of message is it trying to send? SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Andrew McAuley from UBS Global Wealth Management to find out; plus Rhanya Bosch speaks with Agnus Geddes from Fat Prophets about the day on the sharemarket.
The Australian sharemarket only partially recovered yesterday's losses, as investors wait to see if Chinese imports into the US will also see a pause on tariffs, as Donald Trump offered the reprieve to Canada and Mexico. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves takes a closer look with Jonathan Shead from State Street Global Advisors. Plus, S&P Global has warned a number of Australian states may have their credit rating downgraded... find out why with Anthony Walker.
Both the Australian sharemarket and dollar were hit hard after the US confirmed import tariffs will be applied on Mexican, Canadian and Chinese products from Feburary 4th, so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves takes a closer look at the implications for the sharemarket and for Australia with Raymond Chan from Morgans; Rhayna Bosch speaks with Tim Lawless from CoreLogic on the year ahead in property.
Each of the big four bank are now predicting the Reserve Bank will cut official interset rates for the first time since November 2020, so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with NAB Chief Economist Alan Oster to find out more. Plus, Ben Clark from TMS Capital goes through the day's market action as the ASX200 hits another record.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Jarden Chief Economist Micaela Fuchila and Perpetual's Matt Sherwood about today's inflation numbers and the implication for the Reserve Bank as it prepares to meet for the first time this year in a few weeks
Claims of a cheaper and more efficient AI tool out of China have sent shockwaves through global markets so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Dan Ives from Wedbush Securities and Jamie Hannah from VanEck to find out what it means for the future of artificial intelligence, the impact on chip companies and the broader technology sector.
Donald Trump has told the World Economic Forum, he'll demand lower interest rates once global oil prices fall, but what kind of power does he have over the Federal Reserve? SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves explores this with Bill Lee from the Milken I
Myer shareholders have approved a merger with some of Premier Investments brands including Just Jeans and Jay Jays. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with David Walsh from Sarto Advisory to find out more, along with why investors are looking to Japan for their next move.
US President Donald Trump says his administration is thinking about applying a 10% tariff on goods from China, while warning the EU will be next. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves discusses the implication for markets with James Gerrish from Shaw and Partners; while Xavier O'Halloran from Super Consumers Australia takes a look at how much Australians need to reitre while maintaining their current standard of living.
On the eve of Donald Trump's inauguration, SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with George Boubouras from K2 Asset Management Ltd to find out what his presidency will mean for markets; plus Angus Hewitt from Morningstar looks through Star Entertainment's latest announcement which warns of material uncertainty at the casino operator.
China's economy surprisingly expands by 5% in 2024, meeting the government's target, but can it be sustained? SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with NAB International Senior Economist Gerard Burg to find out; plus Dianne Colledge from Morgans Financial Limited goes through the sharemarket action, including a potential mega copper merger and opportunities for investors.
Australia's unemployment rate rose to 4.0% in December, so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Adelaide Timbrell from ANZ to find out what it says about the economy, plus the latest on the sharemarket and opportunities for investors with Gemma Dale from nabtrade.
Rhayna Bosch speaks with Westpac Chief Economist Luci Ellis about consumer confidence, the next interest rate cut and threats to the economy; plus Rena Sarumpaet discusses the day's market action with Julia Lee from FTSE Russell including the implications of weak Australian dollar and the importance of the upcoming reporting season.
The Australian dollar has tumbled to a near five year low against the US. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves discusses what it means for investors with Kyle Rodda from capital.com.
Retail sales rose the most in nearly a year as Black Friday discounts enticed shoppers to spend, so just how big were the promotions and will they continue? SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with David Rumbens from Deloitte Access Economics to find out; plus the day on the sharemarket including Star's growing woes, with Zoran Kresovic from Blueberry Markets.
Underlying inflation eased from an annual rate of 3.5% to 3.2% in November but SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Paul Bloxham from HSBC to find out why it may not be enough to guarantee an interest rate cut this year; plus the day on the sharemarket and opportunties for investors with Mathan Somasundaram from Deep Data Analytics.
Building approvals fell 3.6% in November, so Rhayna Bosch asks My Bui from AMP, is Australia constructing enough homes? plus the day's market action along with international political developments with Chris Weston from Pepperstone.
A record 1,220,607 new vehicles were sold in Australia over 2024, up 0.3% on the previous year, but there are fears prices will rise over 2025. Rhayna Bosch speaks with Tony Weber from the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries to find out why; plus SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves goes through the day's market action with Elio D'Amato from Daylight Financial.
For the first time in nearly two years, the median national property price fell in December, so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with CoreLogic Australia's Tim Lawless to find out why, and to discover if there are housing hotspots for investors in the new year; plus Gemma Dale from nabtrade takes a look at the first trading day of the year, along with the reasons why the Australian dollar has tumbled to a two year low against the US.
The Australian sharemarket rose 7.5% over the last 12 months, losing steam towards the end of the year. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves takes a look at the year that was, and discusses the opportunities for 2025 with Mark Gardner from MPC Markets; plus what it all means for your superannuation fund with Kirby Rappell from SuperRatings.
The consumer regulator says millions of Australians are paying more for electricity than they need to, so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with ACCC Commissioner Anna Brakey for more; plus Robert Talevski from Activam Group takes a look at the final full ASX trading day of the year and looks towards 2025.
With shoppers set to spend big over the festive period despite higher cost of living pressures, SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Sally Tindall from Canstar about what credit card users need to know about interest free day periods, Harry Murphy Cruise from Moody's Analytics goes through today's release of the RBA's December board meeting minutes, and Dianne Colledge from Morgans looks through her 2025 crystal ball.
The ASX200 fell almost 3 per cent this week after the US Federal Reserve warned interest rates will take longer than expected to come down. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speak with Grady Wulff from Bell Direct to find out more; plus we discuss why shoppers are still prepared to spend more this Christmas season with Fleur Brown from the Australian Retailers Association (ARA) Association.
The US Federal Reserve cut interest rates as expected by 25 basis points to a range of 4.25% to 4.50% but warned of fewer future interest rate cuts. That sent the Australian dollar to a 2 year low and sharemarket 1.7% weaker. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Lochlan Halloway from Morningstar to find out more, and to look into the investment themes for 2025.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves finds out what the economic and monetary policy implications are following the goverment's mid-year budget update with Devika Shivadekar from RSM Australia; plus the day on the sharemarket with Niv Dagan from Peak Asset Management.
The Australian Information Commissioner has led a landmark settlement of $50m from Meta, for local users impacted by the Cambridge Analytica incident. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Privacy Commissioner Carly Kind to find out more and who can claim; media commentator James Manning takes a look at ABC's new Managing Director Hugh Marks; and Robert Talevski from Activam takes a look at the day's sharemarket moves.
The Treasurer has unveiled the new look RBA board, which has been split into two, and while it is gender diverse, it is lacking in cultural diversity. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves takes a closer look at why, along with the implications for investors with Shane Oliver from AMP and Mathan Somasundaram from Deep Dive Analytics.
A $2 billion IPO hit the boards of the ASX today, so SBS Finance Editor Ricado Gonçalves spoke with David Walsh from Sarto Advisory to find out more, plus the rest of the day's sharemarket news.
There's been an unexpected fall in Austraila's unemployment rate from 4.1% to 3.9% in November. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with SEEK Economist Blair Chapman and Nabtrade's Gemma Dale to find out what it says about the economy, and means for interest rates, shares and the currency.
The Australian dollar continues to trade well below US64c so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves takes a look why with Francesco De Stradis from Ord Minnett, plus Jobs and Skills Australia says the financial advice jobs market could be set for a boom, so Sarah Abood from Financial Advice Association Australia discusses the opportunities in the sector.
The Reserve Bank held official interest rates again so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with NAB Chief Economist Alan Oster to find out what next just as he prepares to retire; plus Catherine Allfrey from WaveStone Capital on the day on the markets including Rupert Murdoch's succession drama.
ANZ says Portuguese banker Nuno Matos will replace Shayne Elliott as CEO next year, so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves discusses the changing faces at Australia's big banks with David Berthon-Jones, CFA from Aequitas Investment Partners along with the rest of the day's sharemarket news.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves takes a look at the day's market news with Yu Yi from Blackmore Capital.
Domain's Nicola Powell takes a look at where Australia's property market is heading in 2025 and the impact of government policy with Rhayna Bosch. Plus SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves discusses the day's market news, including Bitcoin's new milestone with Chris Weston from Pepperstone.
Australia's economy expanded by 0.3% in the September quarter but it still feels like a recession for many. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves takes a look at the data and what it means for interest rates with Adelaide Timbrell from ANZ along with market reaction with Hebe Chen from IG Markets; plus Financial Services Minister Stephen Jones talks through new changes to super advice which seeks to make access easier, while Rhayna Bosch discusses the industry's concerns with Xavier O’Halloran from Super Consumers Australia.
Financy CEO Bianca Hartge-Hazelman tells Rhayna Bosch why workplace flexibility and addressing discrepancies in unpaid work is key to addressing the growing disparity in gender financial equality; and SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves goes through the day's market action, including the impact supply chain industrial action is having on Woolworths with Scott Phillips from The Motley Fool.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with CBA Senior Economist Belinda Allen about what the rise in October retail sales says about the consumer. Plus David Scutt from City Index explains why the US dollar could be about to weaken.
Parliament pushed through legislation for RBA reform which will see its board split into two. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with economist Saul Eslake to find out what it means for the central bank and the future direction of interest rates; plus the day on the sharemarket with Omkar Joshi from Opal Capital Management.
The ABS says renewable energy use continues to rise, so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with UQ Professor John Quiggin to find out more; plus the day on the sharemarket including themes for 2025 with Morningstar Chief Investment Officer Matt Wacher.
US President-elect Donald Trump has detailed some tariff policies, so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Karen Jorritsma from RBC Capital Markets to find out what investors think about it, plus a look a SMSFs with Pivot Wealth Financial Adviser Ben Nash.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with AMP Retirement Director Ben Hillier about what older Australians can do to make themselves feel more comfortable with the financial uncertainties associated with retirement. Plus the day on the sharemarket with Luke McMillan from Ophir Asset Management.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Sydney designer Katie Jane Taylor (Nee: Perry) about an appeal court's decision to force her to cancel her "Katie Perry" trademark which she has held for 15 years following legal action from singer Katy Perry; plus the ASX hits another record high as Tony Sycamore from IG Markets Securities Limited explains.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves takes a look at the day's top market news with Ben Clark from TMS Capital, including: NVIDIA's latest earnings report, the future of the Future Fund, and Mineral Resources' AGM as the company's managing director fronts shareholders.
Mary Wooldridge from the Workplace Gender Equality Agency goes through the progress of narrowing the gender pay gap; Andrew Barker from CEDA explains how incomes can be boosted by 20 per cent by undertaking at work training; and the day on the sharemarket with Stuart Roberts from Stocks Down Under including the results of Rio Tinto's workplace culture review.
The Productivity Commissioner says Bunnings breached customer privacy by using facial recognition technology at some of its New South Wales and Victorian stores without consent, but the company says it was needed to protect the safety of their stakeholders. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Margarita Vladimirova from the Deakin Law School to find out more; plus the day on the sharemarket with Raymond Chan from Morgans.
The Federal Government wants to mandate the acceptance of cash for essential services, so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with UTS Business School Professor Kathy Walsh to find out more about its future; Australian Medical Association President Danielle McMullen goes through the latest ABS data which shows some people in disadvantaged socio-economic areas are delaying or went without some healthcare services because of cost; plus the day on the sharemarket with Kyle Rodda from Capital.com.
NAB's Wellbeing Index has improved as more people become less anxious about their finances, but as NAB's Dean Pearson tells SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves, they've had to change their behaviours as a result; plus the day on the sharemarket with Dianne Colledge from Morgans Financial Limited.
Australia's unemployment rate has remained steady in October at 4.1% although there are signs of a slowdown in jobs growth. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Harry Murphy Cruise from Moody's Analytics to find out what it says about the economy and for interest rates; CEDA Economist Melissa Wilson discusses why Australia's global digital competitiveness ranking has improved and what businesses need to do to become more agile; plus James Whelan from BPC Wealth Management on the day on the markets.
The ABS Wage Price Index slowed to an annual rate of 3.5 per cent which is above inflation at 2.8%. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Blair Chapman from SEEK about what it means for the labour market; plus Mark Gardner from MPC Markets with all the day's sharemarket news including the latest interest rate expectations.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Matthew Hassan from Westpac on why there's been a big lift in consumer confidence ahead of Christmas; ACCC Commissioner Anna Brakey details its latest report which shows a rise in domestic airfares since Rex exited capital city routes; and Adam Dawes from Shaw and Partners goes through the day's market news.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with NAB Economist Gerard Berg and Elio D'Amato from Stockopedia about China's latest round of stimulus measures and why it disappointed the market; plus John Baldock discusses the cost of getting financial advice with Ian Fry from Chant West.
While the RBA hasn't implied it will cut interest rates any time soon, markets are expecting them to start falling some time, and banks are already contemplating if they'll pass them on in full to customers amid a squeeze on margins. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with PwC Banking Lead Sam Garland to find out more and wrap up the reporting season; plus another look at what the US election result means for markets with Jessica Amir from MooMoo. ]]
Global markets were mixed as investors digested the implications of a Donald Trump win of the US Presidential Election. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Shane Oliver from AMP and Angus Geddes from Fat Prophets to find out what it means for both the Australian and global economies and the implications for investors.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Ben Clark from TMS Capital and James Gerrish from Shaw and Partners about what the US Presidential Election will mean for the sharemarket.
The Reserve Bank held official interest rate on hold at 4.35% but says underlying inflation won't hit the mid-point of its target until the end of 2026. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Madeline Dunk from ANZ to find out what that means for the timing of the first interest rate cut this cycle, plus we preview the US Presidential election with Jamie Hannah from VanEck.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with George Boubouras from K2 Asset Management Ltd to find out how the market is positioning itself ahead of the US Presidential election and the implication for global interest rates; plus Rhayna Bosch discusses the changing digital entertainment consumption landscape with Peter Corbett from Deloitte.
Rhayna Bosch speaks with Tim Lawless from CoreLogic to find out what's behind an easing in dwelling price growth; plus SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves discusses the day's sharemarket action with Lochlan Halloway from Morningstar, including concerns about AI costs from the world's biggest tech companies.
Rhayna Bosch speaks with Justin Untersteiner from the AFCA about the record number of financial compalints its received and what can be done about it; plus SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves goes through the day's sharemarket news with Scott Phillips from The Motley Fool including the latest from the US.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves looks through today's official inflation report with David Bassanese from BetaShares and Josh Gilbert from eToro to find out what it means about interest rates and more.
Domain says home values reached new records, but Nicola Powell says the pace of growth continues to slow; plus SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Mathan Somasundaram from Deep Data Analytics about the day's market news including how the US election is already impacting shares along with Myer's near $900m deal with Solomon Lew's Premier Investments.
Rhayna Bosch speaks with Ryan Felsman from CommSec about its State of the States report to find out who is leading the nation; SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves talks with Kai Chen from MPC Markets about how the US election is impacting shares; plus AFCA's June Smith about why the industry has seen a record rise in financial complaints lobbed by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and what can be done about it
The Qantas board has avoided a second strike on its remuneration report as its share price hit a record so Mahnaz Angury spoke with Upstream Aviation Analyst Tim Collins to find out if its reputation is being repaired; Rhayna Bosch discusses the future of AI and the implication of GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic with ResMed CEO Michael Farrell; and SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves looks through the day's market news with Isaac Poole from Oreana Group.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with AFR Rich List Editor Yolanda Redrup to look through this year's Young Rich List and to find out their common characteristics; plus Henry Jennings from Marcus Today goes through the day's sharemarket news as investors look to the US Presidential Election
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Matt King from the Housing Industry Association which says the nation needs 30% more tradies to meet the government's target of building 1.2 million homes over the next 5 years; plus Jessica Amir from Moomoo goes through the day's market action as shares fall the most in almost seven weeks.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Stephen Fenech from Tech Guide about what consumers need to know about the closure of the nation's 3G networks next week; Diana Mousina from AMP compares Australia's home affordability levels with the rest of the world; and Elise McKay from Pendal Group goes through the day's sharemarket news.
TPG is looking to sell its enterprise, government and wholesale fibre infrastructure business for $5.25bn to Vocus Group, which is owned by Macquarie and Aware Super. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Telecommunicatoins Analyst Paul Budde and Carol Bennett from the Australian Communications Consumer Action Network (ACCAN) to find out what it means for the companies, the nation and for consumers. Plus, the day on the sharemarket with Nick Schoenmaker CFA, FRM from Drummond Capital Partners.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Julia Lee from FTSE Russell about Rio Tinto's deal to buy Arcadium Lithium and finds out how global developments are impacting financial markets.
The average ranking of Australian universities declined by five places on the Times Higher Education World University Rankings. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Angel Calderon from the QS Global Rankings Advisory Board to find out why and what that means for the economy, plus Niv Dagan from PEAK Asset Management on the day's sharemarket moves, while Rhayna Bosch discusses the RBNZ's huge rate cut with Jarrod Kerr from Kiwibank.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves and Rhayna Bosch speak with Shane Oliver from AMP and Francesco De Stradis from Ord Minnett to find out how the latest developments in the Middle-East may play out on global markets as Iran steps into the conflict.
Qatar Airways is seeking 25% of Virgin Australia, so what will that mean for competition in the local and international aviation sector. Michael O'Scannail speaks with Ellis Taylor from Cirium for more, plus SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves goes through the day on the sharemarket with Mike Jenneke from UBS Wealth Management.
The mining sector has had one of its strongest weeks in years as investors digest the latest round of Chinese economic stimulus and ask what else is to come? SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Tony Sycamore from IG Markets for more, plus a new report has found inadequacies with some retirement calculators so we find out what can be done about it with Xavier O'Halloran from Super Consumers Australia.
The Australian sharemarket rose 1 per cent today as investors prepare for even more Chinese economic stimulus measures, but is it enough? SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks in detail with Chris Weston from Pepperstone to find out.
Inflation has slipped into the RBA's target band so what does that mean for interest rates? SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves discusses with Johnathan McMenamin from Barrenjoey and Hebe Chen at IG Markets, plus Stephen Cobat from UBS Global Wealth Management explains why Sydney is only at a moderate risk of being in a property bubble.
An interest rate cut in Australia may still be some time away after the Reserve Bank left them on hold at 4.35% today and highlighted its focus on underlying inflation. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves goes through today's decision with RSM Australia Economist Devika Shivadekar and Scott Phillips from The Motley Fool.
The ACCC claims supermarket giants Coles and Woolworths has engaged in misleading discount pricing so Naveen Razik speaks with Rosie Thomas from CHOICE to find out when a grocery story deal is a deal, plus SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves takes a look at the sharemarket news of the day with David Scutt from City Index.
The US Federal Reserve cut interest rates for the first time in four years overnight, so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves discusses what that means for the US economy and whether Australia's Reserve Bank will follow suit with HSBC Chief Economist Paul Bloxham and Morningstar Chief Investment Officer Matt Wacher.
Do you know when and how often compulsory super contributions are made by your employer into your super fund? SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Super Members Council CEO Misha Schubert about the government's move to make empolyers pay super at the same time as payday. Plus, Ben Richards from Seneca Financial Solutions discusses the day's sharemarket action- including expectations for a US interest rate cut overnight.
The ASX has snapped a new intra-day record, securing 8,150 points for the very first time. US rates optimism still fuelling those gains in equity markets - both locally and on Wall Ttreet. For more – Rhayna Bosch speaks with Pitt street market analyst, Stuart Roberts.
The ASX 200 has hit an all-time record close, after matching its previous intra-day high. The gold miners, a key catalyst – as the price of the precious metal continued to soar ahead of an expected US rate cut. For more on that decision, plus what to expect from other major central bank meetings this week, Rena Sarumpaet speaks with Ophir asset management head of research Luke McMillan.
It was an anti-climatic day for the Australian share market, which fell just a few points short of an all time record. But gold did not disappoint – the commodity soaring to new heights – as investors poured in ahead of expected US rate cuts. For more, Rhayna Bosch speaks with Tony Sycamore, a market analyst with IG Australia.
The ASX fell but the lithium sector soared amid speculation that mine closures would support the commodity price. The banks dropped – as the US presidential debate took place. All eyes now turning to tonight’s CPI figures there. For more, Rhayna Bosch speaks with Macquarie Group Senior Investment Advisor and Division Director Martin Lakos.
The ASX 200 ended higher – as CBA and Macquarie bank touched fresh highs. The miners did better, as the iron ore price recovered – plus NAB and Westpac release their latest business and consumer confidence surveys. For more, Rhayna Bosch spoke with Activam Group managing director and head of investments Robert Talevski.
It was a big day for corporate news, as Westpac crowned a new chief executive in business boss Anthony Miller. Smiggle CEO John Cheston has been sacked over alleged “serious misconduct" – after defecting to jewellery retailer Lovisa. Plus the ASX200 tracks global markets lower as US jobs numbers miss expectations. For more, Rena Sarumpaet spoke with Capital.com Senior Market Analyst Kyle Rodda.
The Australian share market rose following a historic multi-billion dollar acquisition of data centre operator - AirTrunk. RBA governor Michele Bullock reiterated no rate cuts, as the iron ore price slid. For more Rhayna Bosch spoke with Fat Prophets founder Angus Geddes. And a $1.6 billion dollar deal between Optus and TPG dubbed a “win” for the regions. Australian Communications Consumer Action Network CEO Carol Bennett joins On the Money with the details.
Global markets experience their worst rout since the August 5 sell off, as US recession fears re-emerge and Australia’s GDP figures drop. Meanwhile - US chip giant Nvidia suffers the biggest single day decline in market value EVER for a US listed company. For more – Rhayna Bosch speaks with Jessica Amir, markets analyst at Moomoo.
The banks soared – CBA clocking another fresh record, as US markets remained closed for the labour day weekend. Coles, Woolworths and Wesfarmers all traded ex-dividend dragging on the index. This ahead of tomorrow’s much anticipated GDP figures. For more – Rhayna Bosch speaks with VanEck Australia, Deputy Head of Investments, Jamie Hannah.
The ASX neared record territory following a banking rally – which saw the Commonwealth set a record of its own. CBA’s stock now trading above 141 dollars. The miners meanwhile retreated on a weaker iron ore price. For more on what’s driving that – plus what to expect from this week’s GDP data, Rhayna Bosch speaks with K2 Asset Management Managing Director George Boubouras.
Markets closed higher for the day, the week and the month as corporate reporting season wraps up. TPG announced 120 job cuts as Australia posted reported an easing in annual losses. For more Rena Sarumpaet spoke with CEO Paul Graham… Plus retail sales, US GDP and the dollar gains. Rhayna Bosch speaks with Morgans client adviser Dianne Colledge for all that and more.
The ASX fell following a weak global lead – as AI giant Nvidia reported in the US. Locally, Qantas and Wesfarmers presented their full year financials, ahead of tonight’s US GDP figures. For more – Rhayna Bosch speaks with Barrenjoey Chief Macro Strategist Damien Boey.
Some of Australia’s biggest companies step up to report, including Woolworths and Fortescue. It comes ahead of a big night in the US where the world’s second largest company will unveil its results. Plus – inflation comes in lower, but not as low as expect. For more on what it all means Rhayna Bosch speaks with eToro Market Analyst Josh Gilbert
As we move into the final week of reporting season - Rena Sarumpaet speaks with Coles CEO Leah Weckert and BHP CFO Vandita Pant about their corporate reports. Plus – what to expect from tomorrow’s inflation report. For more, Rhayna Bosch speaks with Wavestone Capital director Catherine Allfrey.
Private health insurer NIB Holdings released results for the year to June 2024. And shareholders showed they wanted much better numbers - sending the stock down a whopping 17%. NIB saw a 77% jump in underlying operating profit to $257.5 million, with revenue up 9.3% to $3.3 billion. Rena Sarumpaet spaks to outgoing Chief Executive Mark Fitzgibbon about the result.
The ASX ended the day flat as traders look to an upcoming speech by Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell for clues on the next move in US interest rates. Plus – Poultry supplier Inghams plunges on its results. For more on today’s market drivers, Rhayna Bosch speaks with Isaac Poole, Chief Investment Officer at Ascalon Capital.
The Australian sharemarket clocked its 10th straight session of gains – as major companies, including Medibank report. For more, Rhayna Bosch spoke with Henry Jennings, Senior Markets Analyst at Marcus Today.
Another huge day of corporate results – among those reporting is Australia’s biggest general insurer, IAG. The company is flagging still-high premiums and growing costs as inflation persists. For more on the day’s big market movers, Rhayna Bosch speaks with Jun Bei Liu, Lead Portfolio Manager at Tribeca Investment Partners.
The Reserve Bank says it was a close call not to raise interest rates at its August meeting as the ASX crosses back over the 8000 mark for the first time since this month’s global sell off. Plus reporting season continues – for more Rhayna Bosch spoke with nabtrade's Gemma Dale.
The ASX finished the week strongly as reporting season reaches the half way point. Among today’s headliners, business banking giant NAB and Real estate website Domain. Rena Sarumpaet speaks with Domain CEO Jason Pellegrino about its result. Plus, RBA governor Michelle Bullock fronts senate – for more, Rhayna Bosch speaks to Kate Harahan, Private Client Adviser at Sequoia Wealth Management.
Another big day for corporate reports in Australia – among those headlining, Telstra and hearing implant supplier Cochlear. Rena Sarumpaet speaks with its CEO Dig Howitt about the results. Plus what the latest data says about Australia’s economy – and what’s causing the miners to slide. For more, Rhayna Bosch speaks to MPC markets head of trading Jonathan Tacadena.
Consumer discretionary stocks start the week well as profit results roll in, as Rena Sarumpaet discusses with Westpac Senior Economist Matthew Hassan. Plus the latest wage index lifts alongside consumer sentiment. And Rhayna Bosch speaks to Shaw and Partners Wealth Manager Adam Shaw as Temple and Webster take centre stage and CSL falls.
JB Hi-Fi is flying high – the company posting a full-year profits result which surprised to the upside – sending its shares to record heights. It comes ahead of a big week for data, with new jobs numbers ahead and the latest US inflation update.
Reporting season heats up with the likes of QBE Insurance, Nick Scali, News Corp and REA Group at the forefront. For more on that, Rena Sarumpaet spoke with REA Group CEO Owen Wilson. Plus, Rhayna Bosch speaks with analyst Grady Wulff about what is driving a late equity markets recovery.
Former Qantas boss Alan Joyce makes headlines as his final pay gets slashed… plus reporting season hits full swing – with Transurban, AMP and Mirvac group among the major names to report. Rhayna Bosch talks to Elizabeth Tian, Equity Derivatives Director at Citi.
The ASX 200 experiences its worst single day sell off in more than four years, as other global markets plunge. That’s as new signs point to a hard landing for the US economy, following weaker than expected jobs data. Rhayna Bosch speaks to Raymond Chan, Market analyst from Morgans Financial Ltd
Medical device maker Resmed reports its earnings and signals potential partnerships with big tech. Rhayna Bosch talks to ResMed CEO Mick Farrell. Meanwhile – global share markets come crashing down – and Mahjabeen Zaman, the head of FX Researxch at ANZ Babnk says the ASX200 is clocking its WORST single trading day in 16 months.
A rate cut discussion in the US overnight has sent global markets on a rally – the ASX clocking its second record in as many days. But what are economists expecting here? Plus, what to expect from corporates as they fall under the reporting season spotlight.
The Australian share market hit a new record as rates fears ease - in response to the latest inflation read. Plus, June retail figures drop as reporting season gets underway here in Australia. For analysis, Rhayna Bosch spoke with chief economist at AMP Shane Oliver and Ord Minnett investment adviser Francesco De Stradis.
The ASX suffers a loss – as BHP snaps up a massive copper deal. This comes just one day out from reporting season– and the latest inflation data. What does it all mean for the markets? Rhayna Bosch asks Scott Phillips, Chief Investment Officer for The Motley Fool.
Inflation angst fails to stop share market momentum– ahead of the quarterly CPI update. Investors now looking to key central bank meetings overseas in the lead up to Australia’s own rates decision – next week. Rhayna Bosch talks to David Berthon-Jones, Joint Chief Investment Officer of Aequitas Investment Partners.
The ASX 200 regains lost ground in a mining fuelled recovery as key commodity prices lift. Rhayna Bosch speaks to Yu Li - Deputy Portfolio Manager at Blackmore Capital. Plus the journalists strike, what it means for investors and the latest US economic update.
Asian markets come tumbling down as US tech stocks undergo a major correction. Global economic factors are also playing a role and keeping the pressure on the Aussie dollar. Rhayna Bosch speaks to Chris Weston – Head of Research at Pepperstone.
Less than a week out – what to expect from the upcoming Australian earnings season, plus two of the magnificent 7 – Tesla and Google parent Alphabet report in the US. Rhayna Bosch speaks to Lead Investments Strategist for Firetrail Investments, Anthony Doyle.
The Australian share market has posted a recovery today – following a strong US lead….as global commodity prices fall in response to China. The slide in copper weighing on the Aussie dollar, which clocked its seventh straight session of losses against the US dollar. Rhayna Bosch speaks to Lead Investments Strategist for Firetrail Investments, Anthony Doyle.
Markets react to Joe Biden’s decision to abandon the US election race - PLUS what today’s Chinese interest rate cut says about the world’s second largest economy.
Australia's unemployment rate rose to 4.1% in June but the odds of an official interest rate rise in August also lifted as a result. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Alex Joiner from IFM Investors and Matt Wacher from Morningstar to explain why.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Goncalves speaks with Luke Laretive from Seneca Financial Solutions to find out of the recent record run on global sharemarkets can continue.
Have you noticed just how expensive olive oil is? Rhayna Bosch speaks with Michael Southan from the Australian Olive Association to fund out why, plus SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves discusses the Trump trade with Stuart Roberts from Stocks Down Under.
The ASX200 breaks 8000 points for the first time ever. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Anthony Doyle from Firetrail Investments and Piers Bolger from Infinity Asset Management LLP for more, plus Economist Janu Chan goes through the day's China GDP numbers as the nation's leaders prepare to meet to discuss its future.
There are concerns of a potential break out in CEO pay in Australia. Rhayna Bosch speaks with Ed John from the Australian Council of Superannuation Investors to find out more while SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves finds out what's behind the Australian sharemarket's record run with Tony Sycamore from IG Markets.
Around $83 trillion dollars of wealth is expected to be transferred within the next 25 years globally UBS' Stephen Cabot tells Hannah Kwon it'll likely go to spouses first before children. And Stephen Halmarick from the Commonwealth Bank speaks with SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves about how the cost of living crisis is hitting renters harder than home owners, plus the latest on the ASX which is approaching a fresh high with Josh Gilbert from eToro.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Kai Chen from MPC Markets on the day's sharemarket action.
Job mobility has returned to pre-pandemic levels so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with NAB Head of Australian Economics Gareth Spence to find out how employers are feeling about the employment market, plus the latest on the sharemarket including Telstra's decision to lift most mobile plans above the rate of inflation with Grady Wulff from Bell Direct.
Calls and online chats to the National Debt Helpline have reached post-pandemic highs so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with the co-CEO of Financial Counselling Australia, Peter Gartlan to find out more about the free service, plus the day on the sharemarket with Kyle Rodda from Capital.com.
Former ASIC Chair James Shipton agrees with the recommendations made in a 20 month Senate Economics Committee so Rhayna Bosch speaks with him to find out why. Also, SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves talks with President of People with Disability Australia Marayke Jonkers about the increasing visibility in the workplace and the day on the sharemarket with market analyst Evan Lucas
If you thought you saw some very heavy discounting this half- year sales season, you're not wrong, with retailers working hard to get shoppers to open their wallets. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves discusses today's stronger than expected retail trade numbers with Belinda Allen from CBA and Lochlan Halloway from Morningstar to find out what it says about the sector and if the RBA will be worried about the implication for inflation, plus the day on the market with Mark Gardner from MPC Markets.
The RBA confirmed it considered an interest rate rise at its latest board meeting but chose the case for rates to stay on hold. SBS Finance Editor Ricarado Gonçalves looks through the RBA's board meeting minutes released today with Deep Data Analytics CEO Mathan Somasundaram to find out more an discuss the day's sharemarket moves.
Perth was the best performing capital city property market with home values rising almost 24% last financial year. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves takes a closer look at the state of the market with CoreLogic's Tim Lawless and discusses sharemarket themes for the new financial year with Elio D'Amato from Stockopedia.
The biggest banking takeover since the GFC has been approved by Treasurer Jim Chalmers so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Morningstar analyst Nathan Zaia to find out what the ANZ and Suncorp banking deal means for the sector and competition; plus a look at the financial year that was on the sharemarket, and predictions with Jessica Amir from moomoo.
Markets fall as traders continue to digest yesterday’s higher than expected inflation reading. Plus, what the latest US inflation update could mean for global interest rates.
The ABS CPI Indicator rose by a stronger than expected 4 per cent in the year to May dramatically lifting the chance of an RBA rate rise in August. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Phil O'Donaghoe from Deutsche Bank who is now calling for an August rate rise, while James Gerrish from Shaw and Partners goes through the market reaction while Rhayna Bosch discusses the numbers with Jo Masters from Barrenjoey.
Qantas has dropped out of the annual Skytrax Top 20 airlines list so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Goncalves speaks with Quentin Long from Australian Traveller Media to find out what travellers are demanding from airlines, plus Jamie Hannah from VanEck goes through the days sharemarket action.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Assistant Commissioner Robert Thomson to find out more about what every Australian tax payer needs to know when doing their tax returns right this year, covering everything from superannuation, to cryptocurrencies and the biggest tax myths. Plus, the day on the sharemarket with Zoran Kresovic from Eightcap.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Morgans Private Client Adviser Dianne Colledge about the day's sharemarket action including the new battle to become Australia's largest listed company and the stellar debut of Mexican fast food restaurant Guzman Y Gomez.
The Reserve Bank used the word "uncertain" or a variation of it, eight times in its accompanying statement following its decision to leave interest rates on hold at a 12-and-a-half year high. Hear from Governor Michele Bullock as she explains the RBA's thinking, plus SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Moody's Analytics Economist Katrina Ell for her take, plus Catherine Allfrey from WaveStone Capital on the market reaction.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with HSBC Chief Asia Economist Frederic Neumann about China's economy as the nation's Premier Li Qiang visits Australia, plus Alex Pikoulas from Harper Bernays goes through the day on the sharemarket including a curious hire by gaming group Tabcorp.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Oreana Financial's Isaac Poole about the days sharemarket moves including the latest AI hype and a preview of next week's RBA decision.
Australia's unemployment rate fell from 4.1% in April to 4% in May, but there are evident signs of a softening in conditions. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves discusses them with Westpac Senior Economist Pat Bustamante, along with the market reaction and latest on the Chemist Warehouse sharemarket listing with Henry Jennings from Marcus Today.
The Governance Institute of Australia says the average fixed remuneration of ASX 200 CEOs and Managing Directors have risen way above that of inflation. Naveen Razik speaks with Megan Motto to find out why, plus SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves discusses the day's market action including the continued frenzy in the AI space with Jun Bei Liu from Tribeca Investment Partners.
The Australian sharemarket suffered its worst one day loss in six weeks as the market continues to push back on expectations for interest rate cuts. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Mike Jenneke from UBS Global Wealth Management to find out more.
The European Central Bank has followed the Bank of Canada in cutting interest rates, so who is next, and what does it mean for investments? SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Zoran Kresovic from Eightcap to find out.
The Bank of Canada overnight became the first major global central bank to cut official interest rates this cycle. SBS Finance Editor Ricard Gonçalves speaks with Luke Laretive from Seneca Financial Solutions to find out who will be next and to go through the day's market action.
Australia's economy crawled just 0.1% higher in the March quarter, but on a per capital basis, it continued to contract. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with AMP Chief Economist Shane Oliver and Julia Lee from State Street Global Advisors to find out what it means for the economy, interest rates and the sharemarket.
The minumum wage will rise 3.75% from July 1 so what will it mean for inflation? SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Elise McKay from Pendal Group about that, along with all the days market news including US data pointing to easing consumer prices, plus the direction of the housing market with Tim Lawless from CoreLogic Australia.
The Australian Financial Review's Rich List shows that 45 people over the age of 80 controls around $136 billion, and combined, they have 150 children. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Rich List co-editor Yolanda Redrup to find out more about the challenges around the intergenerational transfer of wealth, plus Grady Wulff from Bell Direct looks at the day's market action, including implications of Donald Trump's guilty charge and Guzman y Gomez's IPO.
BHP has walked away from what would have been the biggest mining deal in a century. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves takes a look at that along with all the day's market action with Elizabeth Tian from Citi.
The monthly inflation indicator rose from an annual rate of 3.5% to 3.6% in April pushing back the chances of any interest rate cuts. Rhayna Bosch speaks with BDO Economist Tania Dey while SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves talks with Niv Dagan from Peak Asset Management to find out what it means for the economy and sharemarket.
Retail sales only rose 1.3% over the year to April which is below inflation and population growth, just as shop owners prepare for the end of financial year sales season. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Alex Joiner from IFM Investors and Robert Talevski from Activam to find out more, including what it means for shoppers, the implication for interest rates and the sharemarket.
The Australian sharemarket has started the week strongly despite a public holiday in the US later tonight. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Raymond Chan from Morgans for his take on the day's trading action, including the positive Chinese economic data being released since the Chinese New Year despite negative sentiment.
Rhayna Bosch speaks with Mahjabeen Zaman from ANZ about the global factors driving the Australian sharemarket lower this week - and our own home-grown inflation forecasts ahead of next week’s local CPI data release.
Rhayna Bosch speaks with Gemma Dale from NABTRADE on the latest market movements following the release of the Federal Reserve’s May meeting minutes. And AI chip maker Nvidia takes centre stage as it reveals its quarterly profit results.
The Reserve Bank of New Zealand left official interest rates on hold in the country but warned a rise was a real consideration. Hear from Governor Adrian Orr, while SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves discusses the global implications and what it means for sharemarkets with Francesco De Stradis from Ord Minnett.
Telstra is slashing 2,800 jobs by the end of the year as part of a restructure as it reaffirms its FY24 guidance. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves takes a closer look at what this means for the company and the economy with Morningstar's Brian Han and Westpac's Matthew Hassan, plus the day on the markets with Joe Youssef from Areus Asset Management.
A booming materials sector sent Australian shares to just 33 points away from a record high. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves takes a look at the day's market action with David Berthon-Jones from Aequitas Investment Partners.
New home sales surged 22 per cent in April but that's as buyers look to beat increased government regulations. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves takes a look at housing policy from both sides of government with Tom Devitt from the HIA, plus the day's market action with Marcus Bogdan from Blackmore Capital
The chances of interest rates cuts in both the US and Australia rose markedly today as Australia's unemployment rate rose and US inflation eased. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Goncalves speaks with Diana Mousina from AMP and Chris Weston from Pepperstone for more.
Is the government's projected $9.3 billion budget surplus inflationary? SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Westpac Chief Economist Luci Ellis, S&P Global Ratings Lead Analyst Martin Foo, Economist Saul Eslake and Hebe Chen from IG Markets to find out more in this special in-depth edition of the podcast.
There are signs of a softening in employment conditions ahead of the federal budget, which the government says, may see inflation fall to the RBA's target earlier than what the central bank expects. Rhayna Bosch speaks with NAB Chief Economist Alan Oster, while SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with David Scutt from City Index for more.
Household financial stress has reached an 8 year high, as wellbeing levels in Australia remain depressed. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with NAB's Dean Pearson to find out more. Plus the day on the markets with Omkar Joshi from Opal Capital Management.
84% of Australian workers already use artificial intelligence in the workplace whether they know it or not, but an increasing number of employers are wanting to hire people that are skilled in the technology. Tanya Dendrinos speaks with LinkedIn Australia New Zealand MD Matt Tindale for more, plus Ricardo Gonçalves discusses the day's sharemarket moves with Stuart Roberts from Stocks Down Under
Consumers are complaining about 'bread and butter' telecommunications services, so Rhayna Bosch speaks with industry ombudsman Cynthia Gebert to find out more, plus SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Luke Laretive from Seneca Financial Solutions about the day on the sharemarket.
While the RBA isn't ruling anything in or out, it would appear it has maintained its neutral bias following its decision to leave official interest rates on hold in May. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speask with Jarek Kowcza from Westpac and Matt Wacher, CAIA from Morningstar for more.
Rhayna Bosch is in the chair today, speaking with Luke McMillan from Ophir Asset management about all things ASX, as the Reserve Bank kicks off its two day meeting on interest rates – amid talk that a rate hike could be on the cards. Plus, Westpac becomes the second of the big four banks to report its half-year results.
Earlier this week the US Federal Reserve left interest rates on hold there but suggested the next move will be down, however investors in Australia are increasingly pricing in the chance of a rate rise. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves takes a closer look at the future of monetary policy with Drummond Capital Partners' Nick Schoenmaker.
The personal information of around one million registered clubs users may have been compromised. Catalina Florez speaks with online security expert Troy Hunt for more, plus Rhayna Bosch discusses the day's market action with Ben Clark from TMS Capital.
Qantas suffered an app glitch which revealed the flight details of various customers to others, so Rhayna Bosch speaks to technology expert Trevor Long to find out if it is anything to be worried about, plus the day on the sharemarket with Kai Chen from MPC Markets.
Discount carrier Bonza has cancelled services as it discusses its future. Hear from Aviation Analyst Geoff Thomas for his take on Australia's aviation sector, plus Elis McKay from Pendal Group discusses the day's market action, including the latest slump in retail sales.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Kyle Rodda from Capital.com for his take on the day on the markets, including BHP's rejected bid for Anglo American and the sharp decline in Japan's Yen. Plus, Stephanie Tonkin from the Consumer Action Law Centre.
Inflation in Australia has eased to an annual rate of 3.6% but it is more than expected. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Devika Shivakedar from RSM Australia to find out what it means for interest rates, plus Mark Gardner from MPC Markets on the sharemarket reaction.
Businesses say a signficant concern is the housing crisis which is expected to get worse before it gets better. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Stephen Smith from Deloitte Access Economics to find out more, plus the day on the sharemarket with Mathan Somasundaram from Deep Data Analystics.
South Australia is the nation's leading economy according to CommSec's quarterly State of the States report. John Baldock speaks with Craig James to find out more. Plus SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves finds out why the market is breathing a sigh of relief with Elio D'Amato from Stockopedia.
SBS On the ASIC says 10,000 businesses will have called in the administrators this financial year, marking the most in more than 10 years. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Patrick Coghlan from CreditorWatch to find out what it says about the economy, plus Jessica Amir from Moomoo goes through the day's sharemarket action as investors react to an escalation in tensions in the Middle East.
Australia's jobless rate rose to 3.8% in March as employment fell by 6,600. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Blair Chapman from ANZ to find out what it means for the economy, plus the day on the markets with Ben Richards from Seneca Financial Solutions.
US Federal Reserve Chair Jermoe Powell sees US interest rates staying high for longer given the nation's resilient economy. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Julia Lee from State Street SPDR ETFs State Street Global Advisors for more, including the day's market reaction.
Stronger than expected US retail sales data reflected the resilience of the US economy, prompting fears the nation may delay expected cuts to interest rates there. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Jamie Hannah from VanEck for more including the added concerns about the growing geopolitical risks.
The ECB held official interest rates but said it is not tied to the US Federal Reserve saying cuts are on the cards. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Dianne Colledge from Morgans for more as she also explains the relationship between uranium and AI.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Damien Boey from Barrenjoey about the implications of a rise in US inflation to 3.5%
The federal government is looking to give the ACCC more power to preside over mergers and acquisitions. Hear from Pradeep Philip from Deloitte Access Economics about what it means, plus SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Josh Gilbert from eToro for his wrap of the day's action on the sharemarket.
Outside of the deep recession of the early 1990s, pessimistic consumer sentiment is now running at its second most protracted period since Westpac started measuring it in the mid-1970s. So SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Westpac Senior Economist Matt Hassan for more, plus the day on the markets with Raaz Bhuyan from Wavestone Capital.
Qantas is introducing a new class of points called Classic Plus. Will it improve customer satisfaction? It'll cost the airline $120m and mean greater ease at using points for flights, so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with analysts Angus Hewitt, CFA from Morningstar Australia and Alex Pikoulas, CFA from Harper Bernays to find out more. Plus Hans Hendrischke from the University of Sydney looks to the improving relations between China and Australia as investment from the nation falls.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves discusses the outlook for markets and global interest rates with Oreana Financial's Isaac Poole.
The government's target to build 1.2 million homes over the next five years looks increasingly challenging as dwelling approvals hit a stumbling block. Rhayna Bosch speaks with Tom Devitt from the HIA, plus SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves discusses the latest household spending data with Moody's Analytics Senior Economist Katrina Ell, and the day on the market with Henry Jennings from Marcus Today.
Property listings rose across to nation to more normal levels, but SQM Research's Louis Christopher tells John Baldock, so too did distressed sales, although they're still at below pandemic levels. Plus, SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Jun Bei Liu from Tribeca Investment Partners about the day's sharemarket action as gold continues to reach new highs.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Commonwealth Bank Senior Economist Belinda Allen for more on interest rates, plus market reaction with Zoran Kresovic from Eightcap.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with AMP Chief Economist Shane Oliver about the economic lasting impacts of COVID four years after the inital lockdowns began, while Citi's Elizabeth Tian takes a look at the day on the market, including another record high.
Inflation is steady but chocolate prices rise ahead of Easter. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Madeline Dunk from ANZ and Grady Wulff from Bell Direct about what today's official inflation report says about the future direction of consumer prices and interest rates, while Rhayna Bosch talks about chocolate with Pia Piggott from Rabobank about the implications of record high cocoa prices.
Listen to Australian and world news, and follow trending topics with SBS News Podcasts. The RBA's Financial Stability Review painted a benign picture of the economy, but with ongoing risks. Rhayna Bosch speaks with Shane Oliver from AMP for more, plus SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves discusses the day's market action with Mahjabeen Zaman from ANZ.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Bendigo and Adelaide Bank Chief Economist David Robertson who is expecting interest rates won't fall until 2025 as Australian unemployment rate falls unexpectedly to 3.7% in February. Plus, Gemma Dale from nabtrade looks through the day's market action including the potential three interest rate cuts to come from the US Federal Reserve.
The Australian dollar continues to trade at a near 10 year high against the Japanese Yen a day after the Bank of Japan ended its negative interest rates policy by lifting rates for the first time in 17 years. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves takes a closer look with Chris Weston from Pepperstone and Francesco De Stradis from Ord Minnett.
The RBA left official interest rates at 4.35% but warns the war on inflation isn't yet won. Hear from Governor Michele Bullock, plus SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Angela Jackson from Impact Economics and Policy for her take on the decision including when interest rates could start to fall, and the market reaction with Joe Youssef from Areus Asset Management.
Australia Post has been given the green light to lift postage stamps for regular letters from $1.20 to $1.50 as fewer people use the service. Rhayna Bosch speaks with Gary Starr from Australia Post to find out more, including why baby boomers are the fastest growing category to spend money in online shopping, plus SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with David Berthon-Jones from Aequitas Investment Partners on the day on the markets including the big week for global central banks.
Is this the correction the Australian sharemarket had to have? After hitting a record high last week, the ASX200 has fallen around 2.5% so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Marcus Bodgan from Blackmore Capital for his take on where to next for the market, plus Rhayna Bosch discusses what's in store this dividend season with Craig James from CommSec.
28.5% of property purchases on Australia's east coast was sold to cash buyers in 2023 highlighting the growing intergenerational divide in the country. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with PEXA Chief Economist Julie Toth to find out morel, plus the day on the markets with Hebe Chen from IG Markets.
Iron ore prices slumped more than 7 per cent overnight, extending its recent slide, so what does that mean for government revenues? Rhayna Bosch speaks with Westpac Senior Economist Justin Smirk, plus SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves discusses the day's market moves with Scott Phillips from The Motley Fool.
The proportion of females on ASX200 boards sits at just over 37%, where 40% is considered the best-practice gender equality goal. But female representation in the role of chair is lacking. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Louise Petschler from the AICD to find out more, plus the day on the markets with Omkar Joshi as the US, Frace, Germany and Australian markets hit record highs.
The ASX200 hit another record today and the Australian dollar surged as the US Federal Reserve put rate cuts on the table this year. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Morningstar Chief Investment Officer Matt Wacher for more, including his take on the banks. Plus, the ACCC's Gina Cass-Gottlieb outlines the consumer monitor's key priorities and shares her concerns about the BankWest closure in WA.
Australia looks to have avoided a technical recession, with its economy expanding by 0.2% in the December quarter. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with St George Economist Pat Bustamante for more, including why it may still feel like a recession for some people; plus the day on the markets with Luke Laretive from Seneca Financial Solutions including gold's new record.
Retail sales rose in January but AMP Senior Economist Diana Mousina tells SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves that the outlook is weak, plus hear from Ben Clark from TMS Capital about the day on the sharemarket including the recent surge in the price of Bitcoin.
Inflation in Australia remained at 3.4% with prices remaining high for staples like bread, dairy and rents. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with CBA Economist Stephen Wu to find out why it still means rates are more likely to move down that up as a result, plus the day on the market including why AI is still dominating discussions with Martin Lakos from Macquarie.
Coles says competition in the sector is 'fierce' as at faces an inquiry into grocery prices scheduled to start next month and delivered a 4.9 per cent increase in half-year sales. Hear CEO Leah Weckert respond to claims of price gouging in the sector, plus analysis and market reaction with Matt Sherwood from Perpetual.
Nvidia shares surged more than 16 per cent in the US overnight making it a near US$2 trillion company after it surprassed expectations for earnings and forecasts. So, SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves discusses what's behind the AI boom, the future and risks with Loftus Peak CIO Alex Pollak and Grady Wulff from Bell Direct.
Qantas spends big on customers but is it enough to improve its reputation? Qantas is bringing Wi-Fi to its international flights, is buying new planes, has launched new interiors for some aircraft and says to expect lower fares as it posts a 13 per cent decline in half-year profit. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves and Rhayna Bosch speak with market analyst Evan Lucas and aviation expert Ellis Taylor from Cirium.
Woolworths CEO Brad Banducci is unexpectedly quitting as the company's food and supermarkets business posts a 5.4% increase in sales amid sector scrutiny. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves looks through the result with MPC Markets Analyst Mark Gardner, plus Westpac's Justin Smirk on the rise in wages and what it means for inflation and interest rates.
BHP says it is approaching the review into its nickel operations with a great deal of urgency as it posts its fourth largest evern interim dividend. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with CFO David Lamont, plus hear from Morningstar analyst Nathan Zaia about the implications for an ANZ/Suncorp banking merger which the Competition Tribunal approved today, and the day on the markets with Mathan Somasundaram from Deep Dive Analytics.
Bendigo and Adelaide Bank CEO Marnie Baker speaks with SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves about the economic outlook and why 41 per cent of her borrowers are at least one year ahead on their mortgage repayments, plus Cochlear Dig Howitt on the rise in Cochlear implant awareness, and hear from Stockopedia's Elio D'Amato about the day's market action.
Taylor Swift's Eras tour is expected to add more than $400m to the Australian economy, so Rhayna Bosch speaks with Angel Zhong from RMIT to find out if it will add to inflation, plus SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Jessica Amir from moomoo about the day on the markets.
Commonwealth Bank CEO Matt Comyn and Domain CEO Jason Pellegrino speak with SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves about their businesses, economic outlook and technology as both release their latest set of profit numbers, while James Gerrish from Shaw and Partners takes a look at the latest sharemarket action.
Domestic airfares are falling but cancellations are rising according to a new ACCC report, so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves takes a closer look at the sector with Chair Gina Cass-Gottlieb plus a look at a very busy day on the markets including news out of Macquarie and CSL with Jamie Hannah from VanEck
JB Hi-Fi managment are telling staff to 'take the deal' when customers come in-store to haggle. Listen to what CEO Terry Smart had to say about that, plus SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with George Boubouras from K2 Asset Management Ltd about the day's market action including his take on the retail landscape and bad news from CSL.
Research from the Commonwealth Bank shows while headline inflation at 4.1% is above the RBA's 2-3% target, inflation for discretionary items like take-aways and entertainment is within the range at 2.4%. Non-discretionary inflation, for things like rents and electricty, sits at a much higher 4.8%. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with CBA Head of Australian Economics Gareth Aird to find out the implication for monetary and fiscal policy, plus all the day's market action with Dianne Colledge from Morgans Financial Limited.
AGL Energy would be very well aware of the public perception issues with its $399 million half-year underlying profit, up 359 per cent at a time when many Australians are struggling with the rising cost of living. The Bureau of Statistics says electricity prices rose 5.7 per cent since the June 2023 quarter, and had it not been for the government’s Energy Bill Relief rebates, that increase would have been closer to 18 per cent. The annual rate of inflation is 4.1 per cent. So it was interesting to listen in on the company’s earnings presentation today where early on, CEO Damien Nicks highlighted AGL’s commitment to increase customer support funding in the face of growing customer cost pressures while also investing in empathy training for its call centre staff. It comes as the federal government announced an extra $41 million in Energy Efficiency Grants for small and medium businesses to help them invest in new cooling and heating technology to help reduce costs and emissions. Hear from AGL Energy CEO Damien Hicks, Telecommunications Industry Ombudsman Cynthia Gebert speaks with Rhayna Bosch in telco complaints, while SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Damien Boey from Barrenjoey on the day’s sharemarket action including China's worsening deflation situation.
Andrew Irvine will become NAB's new CEO as Ross McEwan prepares to retire so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Josh Gilbert from eToro to find out what it means for the bank at a time when speculation mounts of other leadership changes in the sector, plus the fallout from Woodside walking away from a potential merger with Santos.
The RBA has warned further increases to interest rates cannot be ruled out as it leaves the cash rate at 4.35% in February. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Jarden Group Chief Economist Carlos Cacho to find out more, plus the market reaction with Catherine Allfrey from Wavestone Capital.
The RBA is expected to signal that it is done with lifting interest rates when it releases its first monetary policy decision for the year. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Deuscue Bank Chief Economist Phil O'Donaghoe to find out more, including the structural changes happening at the central bank this year, plus the day on the sharemkaret with Alex Pikoulas from Harper Bernays.
Australia's unemployment rate remained at 3.9 per cent in December bit more than 100,000 full-time positions were lost. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Craig James from CommSec to explain, plus Stefan Vogel from Rabobank tells Rhayna Bosch that the Red Sea conflict could have major implications for the nation's agribusiness sector and consumer prices, and the day on the markets with Gemma Dale from nabtrade.
The Australian sharemarket and dollar have hit a one month low, despite riding a wave of positive sentiment at the beginning of the year. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves finds out why with Julia Lee from State Street Global Investors, plus Matthew Hassan from Westpac takes a look at how consumers are feeling at the moment.
Uranium stocks continue to rise in an otherwise quiet market. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves takes a look with David Berthon-Jones from Aequitas while Matt Cowgill from Seek preview's Thursday's market moving official jobs data.
Inflation in the US has accelerated potentially delaying interest rate cuts there while prices in China continues to decline. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves discusses the implications with Hong Kong based economist Janu Chan and Blackmore Capital's Marcus Bogdan including the fallout of the escalating conflict in the Red Sea.
The US SEC has approved exchange traded funds that track the price of bitcoin opening the door for investors to gain exposure to cryptocurrenices without having to hold them. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves and Rhayna Bosch takes a closer look at the implications with Chris Weston from Pepperstone and Josh Gilbert from eToro.
Interest rates may be cut from November according to ANZ as inflation continues to ease. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Senior Economist Catherine Birch to go through today's inflation numbers and what it means for interest rates; while Hebe Chen from IG Markets Securities Limited takes a look at the market reaction.
A record $36.5bn was spent in the month of November as shoppers delay their October spending and bring forward their Christmas purchases to take advantage of the Black Friday sales, but what does that really say about the consumer? SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Stephen Halmarick from the Commonwealth Bank to find out; plus Scott Phillips from The Motley Fool goes through the day's market action, plus Madina Jafari discusses the growing number of complaints being made with the Australian Financial Complaints Authority with CEO David Locke.
A record number of new vehicles were sold in Australia in 2023 despite high petrol prices and interest rates. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Tony Webber from the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries to find out why, and how consumers can get a better deal in 2024, plus the day on the markets with Matt Wacher from Morningstar including his outlook for the new year.
Corporate Australia will likely spend more on technology this year, with cyber risks the top challenge for executives identified in a KPMG survey. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with the firm's Brendan Rynne to find out more; plus why super funds saw above average returns in 2023 with Kirby Rippell from SuperRatings; we explore the pull-back on the Australian sharemarket with Luke Laretive from Seneca Financial Solutions.
National housing values rose 8.1% in 2023, but with new listings rising, and interest rates set to fall later in the year, SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Tim Lawless from CoreLogic to find out where the opportunties are for buyers and sellers in 2024; plus Stuart Roberts from Stocks Down Under takes a look at the sharemarket which just missed record high today.
The S&P/ASX 200 closes just 15 points away from hitting a record high, so in this special edition of SBS On the Money: Market Day, SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Robert Talevski from Activam to find out more and to see what he thinks will do well in 2024
The Australian sharemarket continues to rally after a four day Christmas break as the iron ore price hits an 18- month high. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Zoran Kresovic from Eightcap for all the day's market action.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves takes a look at the year that was in business and finance with Kyle Rodda from capital.com including the top tories of the year and his outlook for 2024, plus Sally Tindall from RateCity offers her advice for anyone looking to buy last minute Christmas Gift Cards.
The Australian sharemarket hit a 10 month high while the Australian dollar reached a fresh 5 month high against the greenback, so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Johnathan Tacadena from MPC Markets to find out more, plus ACCC Chair Gina Cass-Gotlieb on why it is calling for greater powers to oversea mergers in Australia, and Gerard Brody from Super Consumers Australia explains how it'll use an extra $5m in government funding to help protect the retirement savings of millions of Australians.
The Reserve Bank says it considered a rate rise earlier this month but SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Shane Oliver from AMP who thinks that rate will be cut numerous times next year; plus hear from Catherine Allfrey from WaveStone Capital about the impact of the latest Red Sea attacks and her picks for 2024.
The ACCC has released its final report into the retail deposits inquiry, so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves takes a look at some of its recommendations with Finder finance expert Taylor Blackburn, plus the day on the markets with Kai Chen from MPC Markets including his outlook for 2024.
The US Federal Reserve says interest rates there could fall by 75 basis points so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Henry Jennings from Marcus Today to find out what it means for investors. Plus Australia's jobless rate has risen to 3.9 per cent but Pat Bustamante from Westpac explains why it is still reflects a resilient employment market.
The government has delivered a lower budget deficit in its mid-year economic forecast, thanks to a strong labour market and commodity prices. Its mid-year economic update revealed government savings of around $12 billion. But real wage growth has slowed slightly more than expected, and there's no income or rent relief coming beyond existing measures.
Today marks 40 years since the Australian dollar was floated, so Rhayna Bosch takes a look back with Chris Weston from Pepperstone and discusses the outlook for the currency, plus SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Jamie Hannah from Van Eck about the day's market action including a possible Chemist Warehouse listing.
The RBA and government have updated their agreement which stipulates its independence and dual mandate of targeting inflation and full employment. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Paul Bloxham from HSBC about the new flexibility being afforded to the RBA in meeting its objectives as it prepares to implement the recommendations of this year's RBA Review; plus Kyle Rodda from capital.com on a potential Santos/Woodside merger.
The Federal Government is introducing new laws to make getting financial advice more accessible by introducing a new class of profession, 'Qualified Advisers', which will be able to offer limited personal advice at banks, insurance companies and super funds. Rhayna Bosch speaks with Sarah Abood from the Financial Advice Association Australia to find out more; plus SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Gemma Dale from nabtrade for the latest on the markets.
Westpac Chief Economist Luci Ellis speaks with SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves about Australia's productivity problem, if it's a concern, the impact WFH is having and her take on the RBA's final board meeting next week; plus the day on the markets with Omkar Joshi from Opal Capital Management.
Australia's biggest cities have fallen in the rankings of the world's most expensive. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Barsali Bhattacharyya from the Economist Intelligence: EIU Unit to find out why; Gerard Brody from Super Consumers Australia's explains why a significant number of retirees are withdrawing just the minimum amount from their super; and Jody Fitzgerald from Morningstar on whether we'll see a Santa Rally this year.
The CPI Indicator eased to 4.9% annually in October, reducing the chance of a December interest rate rise. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Katrina Ell from Moody's Analytics to see if it tells the real story about consumer prices; plus the market reaction with Niv Dagan from PEAK Asset Management.
Retail sales in the month of October fell 0.2% so did shoppers just hold back to spend up big at the recent Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales? SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Stephen Wu from the Commonwealth Bank to find out; plus the day on the markets with Angus Geddes from Fat Prophets including details on the recent strength in the Australian dollar.
The Federal Government has tapped the Bank of England's Andrew Hauser to become the RBA's Deputy Governor. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Independent Economist Saul Eslake to find out more, including why the appointment came from outside the country; plus the latest on the markets with Alex Pikoulas, CFA from Harper Bernays.
Australian banks are coming together to invest $100m in an effort to improve customer protections against scammers. The Australian Banking Association's Anna Bligh explains why that may mean longer transfer times for some transactions, plus SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Marcus Bogdan from Blackmore Capital on the day on the markets and the rise of superannuation shareholders.
Australia's population could go from 26 million to 46 million within five decades according to projections from the Bureau of Statistics. Rhayna Bosch speaks with Demographer Ashley Fell from McCrindle to find out the implications for the nation. Plus, hear from RBA Governor Michele Bullock about why inflation is now being driven by domestic demand factors, and SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Chris Weston from Pepperstone about the day on the markets.
CBRE says while workers are slowly returning to CBDs, those in Melbourne are doing so at a much slower pace. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with the commercial real estate company's Head of Office and Capital Markets Research Tom Broderick to find out more, plus Jun Bei Liu from Tribeca Investment Partners takes a look at the day's market action.
Seven per cent of Australians who needed to see a GP last financial year, delayed that visit or did not see one because of rising costs, with younger people or those in disadvantaged areas most likely to give up those services according to the ABS. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Equity Economics Senior Economist Kristy Jones to find out what can be done about it, plus the day on the markets with Robert Talevski from Activam
OPTUS CEO Kelly Bayer Rosmarin has resigned following last week's outage, but history has shown customers don't necessarily follow. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with telecommunications analyst Paul Budde, plus the day on the markets with Raymond Chan from Morgans who takes a closer look at China's economy and the ASX's latest move to update its CHESS technology.
New Zealand has recorded its biggest population surge in 30 years amid a rise in migration, so how similar is it to Australia? Rhayna Bosch speaks with Kiwibank Chief Economist Jarrod Kerr, plus SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Goncalves finds out if a continued slide in oil prices will impact inflation expectations with Zoran Kresovic from Eightcap.
Australia's jobless rate has risen to 3.7% but a record 14.17m people are in work. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with ANZ Senior Economist Blair Chapman to find out what it says about the labour market, plus the market reaction with Tony Sycamore from IG Markets Securities Limited.
Wages grew at the fastest pace in the 26 years the ABS has been tracking them at 1.3% in the September quarter, so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with IFM Investors Chief Economist Alex Joiner to find out if it really is easing the rising cost of living, plus Dianne Colledge from Morgans takes a look a the market reaction including what lower US inflation means for interest rates.
Hear from Telstra CEO Vicki Brady as she explains how the telco is benefiting from last week's Optus outage, plus SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Westpac Senior Economist Matthew Hassan about consumer spending trends ahead of the all-important Christmas sales, while Mathan Somasundaram from Deep Data Analytics goes though the day's market action, including CBA's $2.5bn quarterly cash profit.
Operations are resuming at one of the nation's biggest ports following a cyber attack at the weekend. Rhayna Bosch speaks with cyber security expert Troy Hunt for more, plus SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves discusses the day's sharemarket action including ANZ's record $7.4bn result with George Boubouras from K2 Asset Management Ltd
The RBA has lifted its inflation forecasts in its quarterly Statement on Monetary Policy, suggesting interest rates may stay higher for longer. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with UBS Chief Economist George Tharenou for his take, plus all the market action with Jessica Amir from moomoo.
As NAB posts a full-year cash profit of $7.7bn, SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with CEO Ross McEwan to find out how higher interest rates are affecting the bank's customers and what the future of the bank and mortgage market looks like, plus the day on the sharemarket including a contraction in Chinese consumer prices with market analyst Evan Lucas.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with telecommunications analyst Paul Budde to find out what needs to be done to improve the nation's infrastructure as Optus' systems go down impacting around 10 million people, plus the latest on the sharemarket with Luke Laretive from Seneca Financial Solutions.
The RBA has lifted official interest rates to a near 12 year high of 4.35% so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves finds out what it means for the economy, markets and mortgage repayments with Betashares Chief Economist David Bassanese, Perpetual Head of Investment Strategy Matt Sherwood and RateCity Research Director Sally Tindall.
Economists at Australia's big four banks are tipping a rate rise on Tuesday so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with David Berthon-Jones, CFA from Aequitas Investment Partners to find out what the markets are thinking and what it means for investments; plus hear from Westpac CEO Peter King about the rising number of calls for help the bank is receiving from some customers.
The ACCC is urging Australians to shop around for the best NBN broadband deal following changes to wholesale prices. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with ACCC Commissioner Anna Brakey for more, plus the latest on the sharemarket with Ben Clark from TMS Capital including, whether US interest rates have truly peaked.
The IMF says the RBA should lift interest rates and the government should spend less on infrastructure to tackle inflation. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with International Monetary Fund Mission Chief to Australia Abdoul Aziz Wane, plus Hebe Chen from IG Australia goes through the day's sharemarket action.
Retail sales hit a record in September as warmer weather saw consumers bring forward some purchases, but will it add to the case for an official interest rates rise? SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with AMP Chief Economist Shane Oliver for more, along with Stuart Roberts from Stocks Down Under for the market reaction. Plus Rhayna Bosch finds out why Australia should impose EU style compensation policies for cancelled flights with Ellis Taylor from Cirium Aviation.
The US economy expanded by a greater than expected 4.9% annually in the third quarter just ahead of the next decision of US interest rates. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Saxo Chief Economist Steen Jakobsen to find out why he thinks interest rates will not rise any higher, plus the day on the markets with Grady Wulff from Bell Direct.
Domain says house and unit prices are only a few thousand dollars away from setting new records, so Rhayna Bosch speaks with Nicola Powell to find out more; plus SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves finds out why the Australian dollar is at a 2023 low against the US despite talk of rising local interest rates with Damien Boey from Barrenjoey.
Annual inflation came in at a higher than expected 5.4 per cent with prices for services remaining at elevated levels. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Barrenjoey Chief Economist Jo Masters to find out what this means for the economy and interest rates, while Joe Youssef from Aerus Asset Management goes through the market reaction and implications.
Calls to the National Debt Helpline has risen by 28 per cent so far this year, so Rhayna Bosch speaks with Claire Tacon from the Consumer Action Law Centre to find out more about the service, plus SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Josh Gilbert from eToro on the day's market action including a resurgence in Bitcoin
Australia's wine industry has welcomed China's decision to review its tariffs on Australian imports so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Lee McLean from Australian Grape & Wine to find out what's next, plus Kyle Rodda from capital.com explains why the Australian sharemarket has hit a one year low and if that presents any opportunities.
Australia's unemployment rate unexpectedly fell to 3.6% in September so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with NAB's Alan Oster to find out what it means for interest rates, plus the day on the markets with Angus Geddes from Fat Prophets.
Hear what RBA Governor Michele Bullock had to say about the economic impacts of the escalating conflict in the Middle-East and the threat to inflation and interest rates, plus SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Mark Gardner from MPC Markets on the day's market action, including better-than-expected data on the Chinese economy.
The RBA says it has a low tolerance for a slower return of inflation to target than currently expected, implying next week's CPI data will be critical ahead of its Melbourne Cup Day meeting. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves takes a look at the board's October board meeting minutes with Martin Lakos from Macquarie Group. Plus, Andrew McKellar from Australian Chamber of Commerce & Industry (ACCI) explains why the US has overtaken China as the most common trading partner for Australian businesses.
The conflict in the Middle-East may cement fears global interest rates may stay high for longer. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Nick Schoenmaker CFA, FRM from Drummond Capital Partners for more, plus Grady Wulff from Bell Direct explains how Gina Rinehart stopped a $6.6bn takeover attempt of a WA lithium miner.
The Australian share market has risen despite the ongoing Hamas-Israel conflict. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Dianne Colledge from Morgans Financial Limited to find out more, while Rhayna Bosch speaks with NAB Chief Economist Alan Oster who explains why the growth in business costs is starting to ease.
Oil prices have slumped more than 10 per cent in about a week, so Rhayna Bosch speaks with Vivek Dhar from the Commonwealth Bank to find out exactly when motorists will benefit. Plus, the RBA says 1 in 20 variable rate home loan borrowers at at, or approaching mortgage stress. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves discusses what that means with David Robertson from Bendigo and Adelaide Bank, plus Tony Sycamore from IG Markets Securities Limited with the latest on the sharemarket.
New RBA Governor Michele Bullock has held official interest rates at 4.1% at her first meeting, but has warned rates may still rise. Rhayna Bosch speaks with Westpac Senior Economist Matthew Hassan to find out more, plus SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves discusses the market implications with George Boubouras from K2 Asset Management Ltd.
Brickworks CEO Lindsay Partridge tells SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves what he thinks will help to solve Australia's housing shortage in the short-term plus hear from Elizabeth Tian from Citi for the day on the markets.
Almost $22bn in dividends will be paid out this week as some of Australia's largest companies reward shareholders. But with an economic slowdown, what's the future of dividends? SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Craig James from CommSec for more, plus Alex Pikoulas, CFA from Harper Bernays on the day on the markets including a new challenge for Qantas.
The Australian sharemarket had its worst week of the year so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Marcus Bogdan from Blackmore Capital to find out more & UBS Analyst Evan Karatzas explains why food prices will remain high.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Raymond Chan, Head of Asian Desk at Morgans about the renewed interest in China as its economy responds to stimulus.
Petrol prices are likely to continue to rise as the global oil price surges to its highest so far this year. Rhayna Bosch speaks with Vivek Dhar, Mining and Energy Commodities Research Director at the Commonwealth Bank for more. Plus SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Kyle Rodda from Capital.com about the Australian sharemarket which ended the week higher thanks to positive economic data out of China and the US.
Australia's August unemployment rate remained steady at 3.7% as 64,900 jobs were created. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Barrenjoey Senior Economist Johnathon McMenamin for more plus find out why Chris Weston from Pepperstone is increasingly talking to his clients about the direction of energy prices.
After forcing its users to use its own charging technology, Apple is falling into line with other smartphone makers in adopting the use of UBS-C cables on its new iPhone 15. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Trevor Long from EFTM to find out more plus Francesco De Stradis from Ord Minnett on the day's market action including the latest Qantas saga.
Female representation on the boards of ASX300 companies has reached a record high so Rhayna Bosch speaks with Dean Paatsch from Ownership Matters to find out why more work still needs to be done + SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with David Scutt from City Index for a wrap of the markets.
ASIC is taking AustralianSuper to court for allegedly failing to consolidate the accounts of more than 90,000 members. Rhayna Bosch speaks with Xavier O'Halloron from Super Consumers Australia for more, plus SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves discusses the day's market action with Nick Schoenmaker from Drummond Capital Partners.
Australian GDP rose 0.4% in the June quarter to be at 2.1% for the year, but GDP per capita contracted for a second consecutive quarter. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with ANZ's Head of Australian Economics Adam Boyton + the day on the market with Luke Laretive from Seneca Financial Solutions
Alan Joyce has brought forward his resignation as CEO of Qantas two months early as the airline seeks a circuit breaker from a falling share price amid a hit to its reputation. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Tony Sycamore from IG Markets for more. Plus, HSBC's Paul Bloxham goes through the RBA's latest interest rate decision as Governor Philip Lowe prepares to step down and the day on the markets with Matt Sherwood from Perpetual.
A growing number of Australians are trading in city living for a life in the regions. Rhayna Bosch speaks with Liz Ritchie from Regional Australia Institute to find out more + SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves talks with David Berthon-Jones from Aequitas Investment Partners about the day on the markets and Qantas' reaction to the ACCC's investigation.
Australia Post has warned it expects to remain a loss making business unless it can secure necessary support required to modernise its operations. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with CEO Paul Graham to find out more, plus the day on the markets with Ben Clark from TMS Capital, including the market reaction to the ACCC's court action against Qantas.
CEO SERIES: Flight Centre's Graham Turner on competition in aviation and Coles' Leah Weckert on food price inflation. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Goncalves speaks with Coles CEO Leah Weckert about the direction of food prices and Flight Centre CEO Graham Turner on the aviation sector and his take on the government's decision to block Qatar from putting on extra services to Australia's four main international airports. David Bassanese from Betashares goes through the latest inflation report which came in better than expected, while Hebe Chen from IG Markets takes a look at the day's market action.
Qantas has posted a record full-year profit of $1.74bn after three years of losses inflicted by the COVID pandemic. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves takes a closer look at the result, the future of the sector and what it all means for airfares with aviation expert Geoffrey Thomas. Damien Boey from Barrenjoey goes through the day on the markets.
Domino's CEO Don Meij says the pizza company acted too aggressively when it lifted prices and charged delivery fees in response to rapid inflation. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with him to find out what's happened since then, plus hear from Josh Gilbert from eToro on the day's market moves including the latest profit result from Woolworths.
Find out how China's economic slowdown is impacting BHP as SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with CFO David Lamont while Woodside Energy CEO Meg O'Neill provides an update on the company's talks with unions over a planned strike which may impact 11 per cent of the world's LNG Plus, hear from Martin Lakos from Macquarie Group on the day's market action including how food price inflation is easing at Coles.
NIB recorded its strongest membership growth since 2015 as it posted a 43 per cent lift in full-year profit. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with CEO Mark Fitzgibbon about what's driving the company, the impact of artificial intelligence and just how hard premiums will rise. Plus, Business Council of Australia CEO Jennifer Westacott goes through the organisations plan for boosting productivity in Australia and Luke McMillan looks at the day on the sharemarket.
Domain CEO Jason Pellegrino has applauded the government's new target of building 1.2m homes over the next five years, and says the nation has no option but to meet it. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with him to find out more. Plus, hear from Diana Mousina from AMP who goes through the latest rise in Australia's unemployment rate, and Joe Youssef from Areus Asset Management on the day's market action including Telstra's full-year result.
Hearing implant maker Cochlear has delivered a $305m full-year underlying profit up 10 per cent as it seeks to continue to grow earnings in the new year. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with its CEO, Dig Howitt about the hearing implant maker's future and investment in technology. Plus, Pat Bustamante from St George on what easing wages mean for the economy and interest rates.
[[Bendigo and Adelaide Bank has posted a record full-year cash profit as it avoided a cash back war on mortgages, so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with CEO Marnie Baker for more, including why the bank's not concerned about rising interest rates on its borrowers. Plus, the day on the markets with George Boubouras from K2 Asset Management and Rhayna Bosch talks with Angela Jackson from Impact Economics about the positive impact the Matildas and FIFA Women's World Cup will have on the Australian economy.]]
The Commonwealth Bank has delivered a record full-year cash profit of $10.16bn. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with CEO Matt Comyn for his take on the results, the bank's future and the way it is navigating the slowing economy. Plus, James Gerrish from Shaw and Partners goes through the sharemarket reaction, along with news of a ratings downgrade for US mid-sized banks and what Chinese deflation means for investors
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves takes a look at corporate reporting season with Luke McMillan from Ophir Asset Management & Rhayna Bosch speaks with Luke Achterstraat from COSBOA for his take on the small business space.
The ACCC has denied a merger of ANZ and Suncorp's banking arm. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Bell Direct's Grady Wulff to explore the implications and to take a look at the rest of the day's market action.
The rising cost of living is seeing shoppers pulling back by focusing on essentials, buying less or switching to cheaper brands. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Brian Walker from the Retail Doctor Group to go through today's retail sales volumes numbers and finds out which categories are set to experience continued discounting & Gemma Dale from nabtrade goes through the day's market action.
Economists at three of Australia's big four banks are now predicting interest rates will remain at 4.1 per cent for an extended period, effectively calling peak rates. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with one of them, Matthew Hassan at Westpac to find out more & gets the market reaction from Adam Dawes from Shaw and Partners, including what a downgrade to the US credit rating means for investors.
The Reserve Bank of Australia has held official interest rates at 4.1% at its August board meeting, so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves discusses its impacts with Deloitte Access Economics' Stephen Smith & Rhayna Bosch talks with Martin Lakos from Macquarie for the sharemarket impacts.
Investors sat on the sidelines on Monday as they ponder the RBA's Tuesday interest rate decision. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Elio D'Amato from Stockopedia to find out what the market expects will happen. Plus, Rhayna Bosch speaks with Natalie Thompson from the Electric Vehicle Council to discuss the latest uptake in EVs in Australia.
Investors sat on the sidelines on Monday as they ponder the RBA's Tuesday interest rate decision. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Elio D'Amato from Stockopedia to find out what the market expects will happen. Plus, Rhayna Bosh speaks with Natalie Thompson from the Electric Vehicle Council to discuss the latest uptake in EVs in Australia.
The US Federal Reserve has removed expectations of a US recession from its forecasts as it lifts official interest rates there to 5.5%. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Jody Fitzgerald from Morningstar for her thoughts and market implications.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves takes a look at the day's market moves with Marcus Bogdan from Blackmore Capital and discusses how to tackle the upcoming reporting season.
We begin our seasonal CEO Series with Peter Gray, ZIP Chief Operating Officer, who speaks with SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves about the group's latest financial results, economic outlook and upcoming legislation. Plus, Matt Cowgill from SEEK goes through the June labour force report which shows unemployment remains at 3.5%, while Elizabeth Tian from Citi explains the market reaction.
Rio Tinto has posted its best period of iron ore production in five years. But as China's economy slows, what does it mean for iron ore producers like it and BHP? SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Fat Prophets Resources Analyst David Lennox for more; and takes a look at the day on the markets with Jun Bei Liu from Tribeca Investment Partners.
A review by ASIC and APRA has identified a lack of progress and insufficient urgency in super funds embracing the retirement income covenant, designed to improve members' retirement outcomes. It comes as many Australians leave a significant portion of their superannuation behind at death. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with ASIC Commissioner Danielle Press for more; plus Robert Talevski from Activam takes a look at the day's market action including today's RBA minutes.
China's economy expanded by a less than expected 6.3% in the second quarter compared with a year ago. With the nation seeing weaker exports and a loss in consumer confidence amid a downturn in the property market, SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves takes a detailed look at the workings of the nation and what it means for investors with the Raymond Chan who is the Head of Asian Desk at Morgans.
Current Deputy Reserve Bank Governor, Michele Bullock has been appointed new RBA Governor, replacing Philip Lowe from September. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with ANZ Chief Economist Richard Yetsenga for his thoughts and to find out why he now thinks interest rates in Australia are likely to be on an extended pause. Plus, Nick Schoenmaker CFA, FRM from Drummond Capital Partners takes a look at the reaction on the markets and explains whether investors are too optimistic following this week's better than expected US inflation report.
The Australian sharemarket and dollar surged as US inflation eased to a two year low of 3 per cent on an annual basis. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves takes a look at what it means for shares and currencies with Chris Weston from Pepperstone.
The Reserve Bank is making some changes to the way it conducts its monthly interest rate meeting, including less frequency and more transparency. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with AMP Capital Chief Economist Shane Oliver for more; and gets the market reaction with Francesco De Stradis from Ord Minnett.
In an SBS World News exclusive, Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Westpac Chief Economist Bill Evans on his achievements and lessons learnt and the advice he's offering to those in power and those looking to enter the industry as he prepares to step down from the role which he has held for more than 30 years. Plus, Mathan Somasundaram from Deep Data Analytics takes a look at the day on the markets.
China recorded no inflation in the month of June so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Angus Geddes from Fat Prophets to find out what it says about the economy and why he's worried; plus Tys Occhiuzzi talks with education consultant Lisa Bryant about the latest chances to the Child Care Subsidy.
The Australian sharemarket closed at at three month low as investors worried about a resilient US economy which may see global interest rates rise higher for longer. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Luke Laretive from Seneca Financial Solutions for more; plus the outlook for superannuation with Kirby Rappel from SuperRatings.
More than 580,000 new vehicles were sold in the first half of 2023, despite the rising cost of living. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves takes a look at the industry with Peter Griffin from the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries for more; plus Evan Lucas from Investsmart explains why the Australian sharemarket fell more than 1 per cent today; while Rhayna Bosch speaks with social media expert Nataliia Laba from the University of NSW about Instagram's rollout of Threads to compete with Elon Musk's Twitter.
Rents around the country are 11.8 per cent higher than a year ago according to PropTrack data, so Farah Farouque from Tenants Victoria takes a look at what can be done about it; plus SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves discusses the latest sharemarket moves with Carl Capolingua from ThinkMarkets.
The Reserve Bank has held official interest rates at 4.1% to give it more time to assess how its previous 12 increases over the space of 15 months has impacted the economy. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with St George Senior Economist Jarek Kowcza and Perpetual's Matt Sherwood to find out what this means for future moves, and the implications for investments.
National property prices rose for a fourth consecutive month despite higher interest rates so Rhayna Bosch speaks with CoreLogic's Tim Lawless to find out more, while SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves discusses whether Virgin Australia will list on the ASX following the biggest IPO this year debuted on the sharemarket today with David Berthon-Jones from Aequitas Investment Partners.
Retail sales rose 0.7% in May as retailers brought forward sales and lifted promotional activity. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Paul Zahra from the Australian Retailers Association to find out more, including what kind of products offer the best value right now for those with money to spend; plus hear from George Boubouras from K2 Asset Management Ltd for a wrap of the sharemarket action; while Charlie Page speaks with Erin Devlin from the Recruitment, Consultant and Staffing Association who reveals just how in demand people are with AI development skills.
Australia's monthly inflation indicator spectacularly fell from 6.8% to 5.6% in May. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Bendigo and Adelaide Bank Chief Economist David Robertson to find out if it will mean a pause in official interest rate rises, plus Hebe Chen from IG Markets goes through the sharemarket reaction.
With tax time around the corner, SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Australian Taxation Office Assistant Commissioner Tim Loh to find out what it is looking out for, the changes to tax in the new year, and tips for taxpayers to speed up any returns. Plus, Joe Youssef from Areus Asset Management takes a quick look at the markets.
The Australian sharemarket has fallen to a three-month low as political instability in Russia and end of month selling impact the market. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Stuart Roberts from Stocks Down Under about the day on the market.
The Bank of England lifted interest rates more than expected overnight prompting markets to fall, with the Australian sharemarket extending its three-day loss to 3.5%, the biggest since the US regional banking crisis in March. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Raymond Chan from Morgans to find out why and to see what role China is playing; plus Evan Karatzas from UBS takes a look at supermarket prices and why high prices may be here to stay.
The Australian share market had its third worst day of the year, with around $40bn wiped from the value of the ASX200. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Elizabeth Tian from Citi to find out why; plus Qiang Tang from the University of Sydney School of Computer Science takes a look at what business can do to protect themselves from a growing number of cyber security incidents.
The Australian Competition Tribunal has backed ACCC's decision to block a tie-up between Telstra and TPG regional infrastructure on the basis of competition concerns. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks to Telecommunications Analyst Paul Budde to find out what the future is for regional telecoms. NSW has introduced new laws protecting retail workers following a rise in assaults in the sector; National Retail Association CEO Greg Griffith has the detail, plus Robert Talevski from Activus Investment Advisors goes through the day on the market.
The Australian share market is at a two-month high despite the ongoing threat of even higher interest rates. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Mike Jenneke from Credit Suisse to find out why, plus Rhayna Bosch talks to Andrew Campion from the ASX about the growing number of people turning to the share market.
Australia's unemployment rate has fallen to 3.6% in May increasing the chances of more official interest rate rises. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Callam Pickering from Indeed.com for more, and takes a deep dive into China's economy with Damien Boey from Barrenjoey as the nation pulls out more stops to reverse a slowdown post- COVID.
US inflation continued to ease at an annual pace of 4 per cent, so is that enough to convince the US Federal Reserve to pause rising official interest rates. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Bell Direct Market Analyst Grady Wulff to find out, along with details about China's economic stimulus and a warning from CSL.
The Federal Government has adopted 14 of the 22 recommendations in the Quality of Advice Review including expanding the scope of advice to superannuation funds in a move designed to improve access and reduce the cost of advice for consumers, but what will this mean for consumer protections? SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with ASFA CEO Glen McCrea to find out more, plus the day on the markets with Josh Gilbert from eToro.
A growing number of experts are lifting their forecast for peak interest rates in Australia increasing the chances of a recession. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with one of them, HSBC Chief Economist Paul Bloxham. Oreana Financial's Isaac Poole takes a look at the sharemarket reaction, plus Kristy Jones of Equity Economics explains why a record number of people are now taking on multiple jobs
A new report has found that a quarter of all residential property transactions were funded without a mortgage last year along the east coast of Australia. Rhayna Bosch speaks with the PEXA's Head of Research Mike Gill for more, while SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Henry Jennings from Marcus Today for a wrap on the markets.
Australia's economy continued to slow, expanding at just 0.2% in the March quarter as interest rate rises impact the consumer. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with BetaShares Chief Economist David Bassanese to find out if the nation can avoid a recession while VanEck's Jaime Hannah goes through the sharemarket reaction.
The Reserve Bank has lifted official interest rates to 4.1% in an attempt to return inflation to its target within a reasonable timeframe. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with NAB Chief Economist Alan Oster and Barrenjoey Chief Economist Jo Masters for their take, while Luke McMillian from Ophir Asset Management takes a look at the market reaction.
The Fair Work Commission has approved a 5.75% rise to the minimum wage, but some economists fear that combined with stronger than expected inflation, flat productivity and accelerating home prices, it will force the Reserve Bank to lift official interest rates more than first thought. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Jarden Group Chief Economist Carlos Cacho for his take, plus Tony Sycamore from IG Markets explains the impact on the sharemarket.
Two-thirds of employers expect to offer workers a pay rise of 3 per cent or more according to a new survey by recruiters at Hays. Rhayna Bosch speaks with Managing Director Matthew Dickason to find out why, and asks for tips on how to approach a pay rise discussion. Plus SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves talks with Gemma Dale from nabtrade about the day's market action.
The Reserve Bank will consider a rise in the monthly inflation indicator at an annual pace of 6.8% in April as it meets to discuss interest rate next week. Rhayna Bosch speaks with Commonwealth Bank Economist Stephen Wu for more, while SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves discusses the sharemarket implications with Adam Dawes from Shaw and Partners.
Qantas says its upcoming ultra-long haul flights to Europe and North America will see $400m of earnings in the first full year it has all 12 aircraft flying, and that many of its frequent flyers continue to prioritise travelling over other categories like entertainment and beauty. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves discusses the update with Etoro's Josh Gilbert, along with the latest commentary from Wesfarmers about changing consumer behaviours and the latest on the sharemarket.
Global markets have rallied after a tentative deal by US lawmakers to lift its debt ceiling averting what could be a default in the world's largest economy and oil producer. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Elio D'Amato from Stockopedia for more, plus Rhayna Bosch talks with Chris Sheehan from NAB about the spike in selling scams in online platforms like Facebook Marketplace and Gumtree.
The Reserve Bank has revised its forecasts for growth but still expects inflation to reach the top of its target band by 2025. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Harry Murphy Cruise from Morningstar to find out what it means for interest rates, plus Carl Capolingua from ThinkMarkets on market moves including record profits from ANZ and Macquarie.
NAB has posted a 17% rise in half year profit to $4.07bn, but its shares, along with the rest of the banking sector, were punished. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Morningstar Senior Equities Analyst Nathan Zaia for more, plus hear from Evan Lucas from InvestSMART go through the rest of the day's market news, including another rate rise for the US.
Qantas Chief Financial Officer Vanessa Hudson will take over from Alan Joyce as CEO when he retires at the end of the year. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Transport Professor at The University of Sydney Business School Rico Merkert to find out more. Plus, hear from Perpetual Limited's Matt Sherwood on the latest on the sharemarket while Adelaide Timbrell from ANZ discusses the RBA's latest interest rates decision.
Australian house prices rose for a second consecutive month. Rhayna Bosch speaks with Tim Lawless from CoreLogic for more, plus SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves takes a look at the day's sharemarket action with David Berthon-Jones from Aequitas Investment Partners.
Australian fashion designer Katie Perry has won a trademark case against US singer Katy Perry - Rhayna Bosch speaks with the designer. Plus SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves discusses the day's market action with Heath Moss from HLM Investments.
Australia's annual inflation rate has eased from a 30-year high to 7 per cent but while prices for goods are lower, services are climbing. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with KPMG Chief Economist Brendan Rynne to find out why and what it says about the economy, plus the market reaction with Hebe Chen from IG Markets.
Westpac says the housing correction is largely over with interest rates near their peak while three other factors supports the bank's revised price forecasts. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Chief Economist Bill Evans for more, plus Scott Phillips from The Motley Fool takes a look at the day on the markets.
Westpac says the housing correction is largely over with interest rates near their peak while three other factors supports the bank's revised price forecasts. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Chief Economist Bill Evans for more, plus Scott Phillips from The Motley Fool takes a look at the day on the markets.
The government has backed all 51 recommendations into a review of the Reserve Bank. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Tim Harcourt from UTS and Warren Hogan from Judo Bank for their take and what it means for Australia's central bank.
NAB says more than half of all Australians are stashing their cash in high interest savings accounts, driven by those in the 18 and 29 year old bracket. Rhayna Bosch speaks with NAB Personal Banking Executive Kylie Young to find out why. Plus SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Mark Gardner from Maqro on the day's market action.
Consumer group CHOICE says the increasing dominance of third-party rental platforms has discriminatory impacts on prospective tenants. Rhayna Bosch speaks with CHOICE's Kate Bower for more. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves meanwhile speaks with Stephen Smith from Deloitte Access Economics about the RBA's latest monthly board meeting minutes and why he's worried about the previous rate hikes and the impact on the economy.
Housing supply is not lifting in line with demand and that'll mean higher rents for longer and underpin home price rises. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Diana Mousina from AMP Capital to find out more including what can be done; plus the day on the markets with Stuart Roberts from Stocks Down Under.
The gold price has surged 12 per cent since March and is at a near record high. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Julia Lee from State Street SPDR ETF to find out why along with the rest of the sharemarket themes.
Australia's unemployment rate remained at 3.5 per cent in March, with a record number of people in work despite softening economic conditions. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with CEDA Chief Economist Jarrod Ball to find out more, including what it means for interest rates, and why the tight labour market in the hospitality industry may be about to ease. Plus, Henry Jennings from Marcus Today takes a look at the day's market action.
Scams are on the rise, so the Australian Banking Association has unveiled a new campaign to alert consumers to the dangers of scammers along with the responsibilities of the banks. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with ABA CEO Anna Bligh for more, plus the latest from the markets, including a ransom received by Latitude Financial, with Jamie Hannah from VanEck.
RBA Governor Philip Lowe has spoken for the first time after the board's decision to leave official interest rates on hold after 10 consecutive rate rises. He tells SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves the key message he hopes households will take from this decision, along with a sobering warning for renters. Plus the day on the markets with Adam Dawes from Shaw and Partners.
The Reserve Bank of Australia has decided to pause its interest rate rising cycle to assess the impact of its previous ten rate rises. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Commonwealth Bank Chief Economist Stephen Halmarick and Macquarie Group's Martin Lakos to find out why, the future direction of interest rates and implication for shares.
Home values rose 0.6 per cent in March despite higher interest rates. Rhayna Bosch speaks with Tim Lawless from CoreLogic to explain why along with the future direction of house prices. Plus, SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves discusses the latest moves by OPEC+ to restrict supply with SPI Asset Management's Stephen Innes while Elio D'Amato from Stockopedia goes through the day's market action.
Bank impersonation scams are on the rise, with the ACCC saying victims lost more than $20 million last year. Ben Terry speaks with ACCC Deputy Chair Catriona Lowe to find out how you can identify a bank impersonation scam and what you can do about it. Plus, SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Jody Fitzgerald from Morningstar on the day's market action, including her thoughts on the direction of local interest rates and dividends.
Inflation in February eased more than expected, to an annual rate of 6.8 per cent, increasing the chances of an interest rate pause from the Reserve Bank next week. But low income households are still being disproportionately hit. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Catherine Birch from ANZ for more, while Niv Dagan from Peak Asset Management goes through the market reaction.
Retail sales rose slightly in February, but are we spending more for less as inflation bites? SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Katrina Ell From Moody's Analytics to find out more, including what it means for the RBA's April board meeting. Plus, Catherine Allfrey from Wavestone Capital takes a look at the day's market action, including a standout performance from the lithium sector.
The Bank of England was one of three central banks to lift interest rates overnight, so with more continuing to push higher despite the recent global banking concerns, SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Shane Oliver from AMP Capital to find out what it means for the RBA. Plus the dividend payment timeline ramps up.
Brickworks CEO Lindsay Partridge warns that building costs will remain high because of a shortage of labour, especially electricians. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with him to find out more and how inflationary costs are being passed onto consumers. Plus, Tony Sycamore from IG Markets goes through the US Federal Reserve's decision to lift official interest rates there to 5%.
Sri Lanka will receive a $4.3bn bailout from the International Monetary Fund, but its economy still has a long way to go as much of its population endures poverty. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Sri Lankan based Dilmah Tea CEO Dilhan C. Fernando to get a business perspective on what's next for the island nation. Plus Jun Bei Liu from Tribeca Investment Partners on the continuing recovery on the Australian sharemarket.
The RBA confirms in the minutes of its March board meeting that it is considering an interest rate pause in April, so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Robert Talevski from Activus Investment Advisors for more, including a change in market sentiment following the UBS buy of Credit Suisse. Plus, Rhayna Bosch speaks with Domain's Nicola Powell to find out how falling property prices has reduced the time taken to save for a deposit for a first home.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Raymond Chan from Morgans Financial Limited.
Eleven US banks have worked together to deposit US$30bn at smaller lender First Republic which had been caught up in the financial crisis triggered by the collapse of two mid-sized US banks over the past week. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with ANZ's Mahjabeen Zaman to get her take on the latest banking developments and to find out if she's worried. Plus, Westpac revises its RBA call, and now expects a pause in April. Hear from Senior Economist Matthew Hassan.
Global markets have been rocked by further developments in the banking sector with Credit Suisse shares plummeting in Europe on Wednesday night after one of the bank's major shareholders said it wouldn't increase its stake in the company. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Angel Zhong from RMIT University to find out if this, combined with the Silicon Valley Bank collapse will lead to another global financial crisis, while Chris Weston from Pepperstone takes a look at the way investors are feeling. Plus, AMP Capital's Diana Mousina goes through the latest jobs report, which showed a fall in the February unemployment rate to 3.5% and what it means for interest rates.
The Australian Energy Regulator has approved price rises of around 20 per cent for some New South Wales, South Australian and south-east Queensland customers from July 1. Rhayna Bosch speaks with Gavin Dufty from the St Vincent de Paul Society Victoria for more. Plus SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Francesco De Stradis from Ord Minnett who says the recent sell-off sparked by the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank was overdone.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Damien Boey from Barrenjoey to find out what's really concerning the market and if it is warranted, while Mathan Somasundaram from Deep Data Analytics weighs in.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with George Boubouras from K2 Asset Management to find out more about why the bank failed and what it means for global markets.
The Australian sharemarket has recorded its worst day in six months after fears of higher interest rates and a potential niche bank collapse in the United States hit investor sentiment. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Carl Capolingua from ThinkMarkets to get his thoughts on the day's market action.
The Australian sharemarket only finished marginally higher as some of the market's biggest companies trades ex-dividend. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Goncalves speaks with Evan Lucas from InvestSMART for more, including the latest updates from Myer and Xero, plus CEDA's Andrew Barker explains the extent to which lower income households are being hit by the rising cost of living.
The Reserve Bank says it is getting closer to a point where it may pause lifting interest rates should data warrant it. Hear what Governor Philip Lowe had to say about it, as SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Luke Laretive from Seneca Financial Solutions on the market reaction.
The Australian economy expanded by a less than expected 0.5% in the December quarter, but it still remains one of the best performing advanced economies in the world. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with NAB Chief Economist Alan Oster for more; Hebe Chen from IG Markets looks at the sharemarket reaction; and find out if the recent pause in property price declines can continue as Rhayna Bosch talks with Tim Lawless from CoreLogic.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Oreana Group Chief Investment Officer Isaac Poole for more; plus SEEK Senior economist Matt Cowgill on the direction of wages.
APRA has maintained the interest rate buffer banks need to apply when assessing new borrowers. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Sam Garland from PwC Australia for more; plus David Berthon-Jones, CFA from Aequitas Investments on why the sharemarket fell to a seven week low; and how to claim your share of $16bn in lost superannuation from the Australian Taxation Office.
Australia's gender pay gap has narrowed to a record low of 13.3% but that still means for every $1 men make, women make 87 cents. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Mary Wooldridge from the Workplace Gender Equality Agency for more; plus a wrap of the day on the markets including profit reporting season with Jessica Amir from Saxo Markets.
Qantas returned to profit with a record $1.34 billion underlying earnings result despite years of losses during the pandemic.
Wages grew at the fastest annual pace in nearly a decade, but with inflation running at more than double that, real wages has gone backward. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with HSBC Chief Economist Paul Bloxham to find out what this means for interest rates; Rhayna Bosch chats with Flight Centre CEO Graham Turner to get an update on the aviation sector; and Mark Gardner from Maqro Capital goes through the day's profit reports.
BHP has posted a 32 per cent fall in half year profit, but CFO David Lamont tells SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves he sees green shoots in China and combined with India, bodes well for the company's outlook as the rest of the world slows. Plus, Michael Jenneke from Credit Suisse looks though the miner's result.
Bendigo and Adelaide Bank CEO Marnie Baker tells SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves how the bank's customers are set to cope with what she expects will be another two official interest rate rises.
The ATO has made some changes to the way you can claim work from home tax deductions, and you may not even need a home office to benefit. Rhayna Bosch speaks with Commissioner Tim Loh for more, plus SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with James Whelan from VFS Group on the day on the markets
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Angela Jackson from Impact Economics and Policy Economics plus Telstra CFO Michael Ackland as well as Domain CEO Jason Pellegrino.
The Commonwealth Bank has posted a record half-year cash profit as net interest margins rise, so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with CEO Matt Comyn for more, including his take on whether enough is being done for savers; plus a one-on-one with Cochlear CEO Dig Howitt, and the latest on the sharemarket with James Gerrish from Shaw and Partners.
NAB is the latest to lift its prediction for a peak in official interest rates to 4.1% even as Westpac's Consumer Sentiment Index falls to historic lows. Rhayna Bosch speaks with NAB Chief Economist Alan Oster for more; plus SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Jamie Hannah from VanEck on the day on the markets
This is the start of a busy week with RBA Governor Philip Lowe set to speak publicly for the first time since mid-December, while jobs data in Australia and inflation numbers in the US are set to move the markets. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Matt Sherwood from Perpetual Limited for more; plus hear from JB Hi-Fi CEO Terry Smart on why the retailer may be offering further discounts as eToro's Josh Gilbert on the company's profit numbers.
UBS says middle-age households have wiped their excess savings at a time where cost of living pressures build following a ninth consecutive Reserve Bank interest rate rise.
The Reserve Bank has lifted official interest rates by 25 basis points to 3.35% in February and says more are still needed to temper inflation. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with AMP Capital Chief Economist Shane Oliver and Macquarie's Martin Lakos for more.
The Bank of England and European Central Bank have followed the US Federal Reserve in lifting interest rates just as the Reserve Bank of Australia prepares to do the same next week. But is the tide turning, with the Australian sharemarket only about 100 points away from a record high? SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Omkar Joshi from Opal Capital Management for more.
CoreLogic says national prices fell 8.9% since peaking in April, making it the hardest and fastest period of declines since 1980 when its records began. So where to now? SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with CoreLogic's Tim Lawless for more; plus the day on the markets with Niv Dagan from Peak Asset Management.
Social media influencers are being warned to be transparent when posting paid content because the ACCC is currently sweeping through hundreds of accounts. Hear from ACCC Chair Gina Cass-Gottlieb on why it's being done and the steps influencers can take to do the right thing; plus SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Marcus Bogdan from Blackmores Capital for the day on the market including the surprisingly strong US GDP result.
Annual inflation edged to 7.8 per cent in the December quarter but has broadened to wider parts of the economy, adding to fears, it may have more to run. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with St George Bank Chief Economist Besa Deda to explain why, and the implication for interest rates while Jun Bei Liu from Tribeca Investment Partners takes a look at the impact on the markets.
The NAB Business Survey continues to show a fall in conditions as businesses fear a slowdown in economic activity will impact on their operations, but at the same time, they've reported an easing of some inflationary pressures. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with NAB Chief Economist Alan Oster for more; plus Robert Talevski from Activus Investment Advisors on the day on the markets.
The Australian economy lost 14,600 jobs in December, despite the unemployment rate remaining at 3.5%. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with IFM Investors Chief Economist Alex Joiner to find out why the best of the jobs market is behind us; plus Chris Weston from Pepperstone explains the market reaction and implicatoin for interest rates.
India is on track to become the world's most populous nation after China recorded a 850,000 person decline in its population in 2022, so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Hong Kong based economist Janu Chan to find out what the implications are, along with Mathan Somasundaram from Deep Data Analytics for the market reaction as China's GDP slows to 3 per cent annually; while Bill Evans from Westpac takes a look at the way consumers are feeling in the new year.
The Australian dollar has broken through the US70c mark for the first time since August, so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with George Boubouras from K2 Asset Management Ltd to find out why and discusses a potential Virgin Australia IPO and whether it would be successful.
US inflation came in softer than expected at 6.5 per cent for the year, so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with KPMG Chief Economist Dr Brendan Rynne to find out the implications for global interest rates
Only one in four small businesses have a disaster plan which would help ease the pressure when things like floods or fires hit, but governments and the general business community also have a role to play. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson for more; plus Evan Lucas from InvestSMART Group Limited on why the market is having a brilliant start to the new year.
Inflation, job vacancies and record retail sales point to more rate hikes to come. The November CPI Indicator returned to 7.3 per cent annually, and when combined with another record retail sales result and high job vacancies report, also released today, they give the RBA scope to continue lifting official interest rates. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Harry Murphy Cruise from Moody's Analytics for more; plus the day on the markets with Luke Laretive from Seneca Financial Solutions.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Tony Sycamore from IG Markets for his take on the day on the markets.
Home values have fallen 8.4 per cent in eight months, so what now for the property market?
A new report shows only one in four Australians know their super exact super balance, and of those, 54 per cent say their in an above average performing fund. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Goncalves speaks with Georgia Brumby, Director of Advocacy at Industry Super Australia for more; plus Heath Moss from HLM Investments for the day on the markets.
China's reopening is sending mixed messages to investors, with some concerned about the way the nation will manage its quick lifting of restrictions and the impact to growth, while others say it's an opportuntiy. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Hebe Chen from IG Markets Securities Limited for more. Plus Charlie Page chats to GrainCorp's Chief Operations Officer Klaus Pamminger as agri product prices surge and exports to China.
Tesla shares fell 12 per cent in the US overnight, and is down more than 70 per cent over the past year, despite a 40 per cent lift in deliveries. Are investors concerned about the company itself, the future of electric vehicles or a global recession? SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with eToro analyst Josh Gilbert for more; plus Ben Clark from TMS Capital on the day on the markets.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with CoreLogic's Tim Lawless for more; plus Stuart Roberts from Stocks Down Under on the day on the markets including why shares started the new year on a very rough note.
The Australian share market fell 3.5 per cent in December, so if investors were waiting for a 'Santa Rally', they would have been disappointed. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Carl Capolingua from ThinkMarkets to find out if the Santa Rally is a myth or more common than we think.
As the Christmas rush approaches, many people will opt for gift cards as present option, so what do you need to know about them? SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Sally Tindall from RateCity for more; plus Raymond Chan from Morgans Financial Limited goes through the day on the markets, including why China will be a key theme for investors in 2023.
CoreLogic says the proportion of homes being sold at a loss is rising. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Eliza Owen to find out more; plus Mike Jenneke from Credit Suisse takes a look at the day on the market, including what investors think about Penny Wong's visit to China.
Woolworths South Africa is selling David Jones to Anchorage Capital Partners returning it to Australian ownership. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with David Jones CEO Scott Fyfe to find out more, and the day on the markets with Stuart Roberts from Stocks Down Under.
Argentina may have won the 2022 FIFA World Cup, but did host nation Qatar take out the title for best economic performer? SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves discusses the economic implications with University of Technology Sydney Chief Economist Tim Harcourt; plus the day on the markets with George Boubouras from K2 Asset Management Ltd.
ASIC says some superannuation funds are taking longer than the 45 day maximum to respond to member complaints. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Xavier O'Halloran from Super Consumers Australia to find out why and the implications, plus Matt Sherwood from Perpetual Limited takes a look at the markets and next week's all important US inflation report and interest rates decision.
Property prices are set to continue to moderate next year, while billions of dollars worth of fixed-term loans will expire. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Domain's Nicola Powell for more; plus Chris Weston from Pepperstone previews what he calls the defining moment for the year to happen next week.
Surging inflation and higher interest rates are biting in the Australian economy which expanded a less than expected 5.9 per cent over the year, so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Commonwealth Bank Economist Stephen Wu for more; plus Jun Bei Liu from Tribeca Investment Partners takes a look at the day on the markets.
The Reserve Bank has lifted official interest rates for an eighth consecutive month to 3.1 per cent so are they reaching a peak and will it tip Australia into recession?
A report shows the struggles and benefits of the COVID-19 pandemic plus SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves discusses the day's market moves with David Berthon-Jones from Aequitas.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Upasana Dutt from the Economist Intelligence Unit in India to find out who topped the expensive cities list plus Omkar Joshi from Opal Capital Management takes a look at the day on the market.
Global markets have rallied as the US Federal Reserve Chair signalled a less aggressive interest rates hiking path may be upon investors, so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Geddes, Angus from Fat Prophets to find out more; plus property prices fall for an eighth straight month as CoreLogic's Tim Lawless explains what will drive home values in 2023.
A new measure of inflation suggest consumer prices have eased, but SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with CBA Chief Economist Stephen Halmarick to find ot why they're likely to continue to rise; plus Luke Laretive from Seneca Financial Solutions on the day on the markets.
SQM Research expects national property values may rise as much as 7 per cent in 2023. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with founder Louis Christopher to find out why; plus Martin Lakos from Macquarie Private Bank looks at the day on the markets
Retail sales fell for the first time this year as the impact of seven interest rate rises in a row starts to hit the consumer. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Brian Walker from the Retail Doctor Group to find out how retailers are coping, how 'bracketing' is hurting them, and what it means for consumers. Plus, Julia Lee from State Street SPDR ETFs on the day on the market.
SEEK says lower paid jobs have seen the biggest rise in advertised salaries, but Deloitte adds blue collar workers will start seeing a moderation in jobs growth. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Matt Cowgill from SEEK and David Rumbens from Deloitte Access Economics for more, plus a look at the day on the markets with Jamie Hannah from Van Eck.
Mobile complaints about the unauthorised disclosure of personal information were fives times higher in the September quarter so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Telecommunications Industry Ombudsman Cynthia Gebert to find out what's being done about it, and how consumers can make telcos accountable; plus nabtrade's Gemma Dale on the day on the markets.
There is just one week left for Australia's 2.5 million company directors to apply for a mandatory Director ID, so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Karen Foat from the Australian Business Registry Services to find out what it is and why. Plus James Gerrish from Shaw and Partners on the day's market action, including a second profit upgrade in six weeks from Qantas.
Australian wine producers have taken their case to Parliament House in Canberra as the right to use the name Prosecco comes under threat. Just like Champagne winemakers in the French region have a monopoly on that name, Italy is seeking exclusive rights over Prosecco. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Australian Grape and Wine CEO Lee McLean to find out more, plus Catherine Allfrey from WaveStone Capital on the day on the markets
The government has issued an options paper to discuss possible regulation of the buy now pay later industry. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Fiona Guthrie from Financial Counselling Australia for more, including what to be aware of ahead of the upcoming sale season; plus Donahue D'Souza from HSBC takes a look at what's ahead on the markets.
The Australian sharemarket surged as US inflation rose by a less than expected 7.7% annually, so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Ord Minnett's James Rosenberg to find out more, plus property expert LLoyd Edge on the NSW Government's new stamp duty reforms and hear from ACCC Chair Gina Cass-Gottlieb on what concerns her about Twitter's latest changes.
A group led by Canada's Brookfield has lobbed a $18.4bn takeover offer for Origin Energy so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with David Lennox from Fat Prophets to find out the future for Australian energy assets, plus the day on the markets including Bitcoin's latest fall with nabtrade's Gemma Dale.
Westpac's Consumer Sentiment Index fell to recessionary levels, but shoppers are still out in force. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Westpac Chief Economist Bill Evans for more and gets some sale shopping tips with RMIT's Angel Zhong, plus the day on the markets with Robert Talevski from Activus Investment Advisors.
The US Federal Reserve has lifted official interest rates and indicated more to come stoking fears of a recession. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Mark Gardner from Maqro Capital for more, plus hear from Woolowrths CEO Brad Banducci about the Christmas party essential which may be in short supply this season.
The Reserve Bank has continued to lift interest rates, but will it be enough to halt soaring inflation? SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Alex Joiner from IFM Investors to find out more, plus Jessica Amir from Saxo Markets for the reaction on the sharemarket. Also, property values slide for a sixth month, find out where and what next with Tim Lawless from CoreLogic.
A trifecta of global central banks are expected to meet this week to discuss lifting interest rates, but AMP Capital's Diana Mousina tells SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves, Australia's Reserve Bank doesn't need to lift as much as the US or UK. Plus, Elio D'Amato from Daylight Financial on the day's market action.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with ANZ CEO Shayne Elliott about interest rates, inflation, mortgage repayments and cyber security, plus InvestSMART's Evan Lucas goes through the ANZ result and explains how changing interest rate expectations are impacting investments.
Annual inflation hit 7.3%, the highest since 1990, so does that mean the Reserve Bank will revert to larger interest rate rises? SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Jarden Group Chief Economist Carlos Cacho for more, plus Mike Jenneke from Credit Suisse explains how supermarkets are dealing with rising prices and goes through the market reaction to the budget.
The Treasurer says fruit and vegetable prices may rise 8% following the latest floods in northern Victoria, so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with AUSVEG's Shaun Lindhe for more. Plus, Mark Gardner from Maqro goes through the day's market action.
Australia's unemployment rate remained steady in September at 3.5% while only 900 jobs were created. What does this say about the skills shortage, wages and interest rates? SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Australian Institute of Company Directors Chief Economist Mark Thirlwell for more, plus Henry Jennings from Marcus Today for his wrap on the markets.
Family finance startup Spriggy says 7 years old are receiving on average, $6.50 per week as pocket money, while 14 year olds are getting $12.05. Is this too much, or too little, and what is the value of pocket money? SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Spriggy Product Manager Ailice Brennan for more, plus the day on the market with Niv Dagan from Peak Asset Management.
Global markets have rebounded after the UK said it would not go ahead with planned tax cuts announced only a few weeks ago, so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Scott Phillips from the Motley Fool to find out if this is just a short-term sugar hit, as other companies warn of tough times ahead. Plus, Adelaide Timbrell from ANZ takes a look at the RBA's October board meeting minutes where it discussed the pros and cons of both a 25 and 50 basis point interest rate hike.
Rents for both houses and apartments have reached record asking prices, so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Domain's Nicola Powell to find out why and the direction for the market, plus Pepperstone's Chris Weston previews the most important economic number to hit investors so far this year.
The Mercer CFA Institute Global Pension Index ranks Australia's 6th out of 44 countries when it comes to effective superannauation systems. So what is the nation doing right, and where can it improve? SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Mercer's David Knox to find out more, plus Jun Bei Lui from Tribeca Investment Partners goes through the day's market action.
The NAB Business Survey suggests conditions are back at pre-pandemic levels, but with interest rates rising, how much longer until the consumer pulls back? SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with NAB Senior Economist Brody Viney for more, plus Mathan Somasundaram from Deep Data Analytics on the Australian dollar's continued weakness, and hear what Telstra CEO Vicki Brady had to say about cyber security and consumer data retention.
Rising interest rates mean banks are reducing the amount potential home buyers can actually borrow, taking the pressure of home prices. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves takes a look at the changing market dynamics with Sally Tindall from RateCity. Plus, David Berthon-Jones from Aequitas Investment Partners goes through the day's market action including the Australian dollar's fall to a 2-and-a-half year low against the US.
The RBA says 15 per cent of variable rate owner-occupiers will see negative spare cash should official interest rates hit 3.6 per cent, meaning they'd have to dip into their savings to meet financial obligations. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Erin Kitson, Structured Finance, Sector Specialist Research at S&P Global Ratings to see what rising rates means for arrears, and explores what it means for the banks with Opal Capital Management.
Australia's trade surplus has narrowed, but we're importing goods from China at record levels. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with CommSec's Craig James for more, plus Henry Jennings from Marcus Today's goes through the day's market action including the surprise cut to oil production from OPEC+.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Michael Harmer of Harmers Workplace Lawyers on the end of isolation rules plus Jamie Hannah goes through the day's market action.
The new monthly inflation indicator from the Bureau of Statistics has revealed a fall in consumer prices from 7% in July to 6.8% in August. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Sarah Hunter from KPMG to find out what it means, plus Gemma Dale from nabtrade on the day on the markets.
Consumers have spent a record $34.9bn in August in the shops and online, despite a string of interest rate rises. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Indeed Chief Economist Callam Pickering to find out what this says about the economy, and how it will influence the Reserve Bank. Plus, CEDA's Jarrod Ball on global cyber security and James Gerrish from Shaw and Partners on the markets.
The British Pound has hit a record low against the US Dollar. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with University of Technology Sydney Economist Tim Harcourt to find out why and what it means for Australian travellers to the UK. Plus the day on the markets with Julia Lee from State Street SPDR Exchange Traded Funds.
The US Federal Reserve lifted official interest rates there by 75 basis points to 3.25% but suggested rates will have to rise higher than expected to curb surging inflation. Marcus Megalokonomos speaks with Shane Oliver from AMP Capital to find out why and what this means for Australia, while SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves talks with David Bassanese from Betashares who expects the Australian dollar to fall to US62c as a result.
Inflation in Japan is rising at its fastest pace in 8 years, so why is its central bank likely to sit on its hands? SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Hong Kong-based economist Janu Chan for more, plus CMC Markets Analyst Azeem Sheriff for a preview of the US Federal Reserve meeting later this week
Australia's unemployment rate has risen for the first time in 10 months, leading some economists to think the RBA can afford to start slowing the pace of interest rate rises. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves takes a look at the data with Barrenjoey Chief Economist Jo Masters plus the market reaction with Ben Clark from TMS Capital.
Business confidence and conditions continue to remain above long-run averages because they are passing on rising costs to consumers, but as NAB Chief Economist Alan Oster tells SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves, that won't last for much longer. Plus, hear from Robert Talevski from Activus Investment Advisors on the day on the markets.
It's estimated the one-off public holiday to allow Australians to mourn the death of Queen Elizabeth II will cost the economy around $2billion in lost productivity. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Stephen Koukoulas from Market Economics to find out more, including what it means for businesses, plus James Rosenberg from Ord Minnett on the markets.
Financial markets have paused to reflect on the life of Queen Elizabeth II. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Elizabeth Tian to find out how, and takes a look at what her death means for Australian coins and banknotes with her image.
The Reserve Bank Governor has defended his leadership as he oversees the fastest lift in official interest rates in nearly 30 years despite earlier suggesting that rates would not rise until 2024. He's also implied the next rate rises may be smaller. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves takes a look at his commentary at today's Anika Foundation address with Judo Bank Economic Advisor Warren Hogan. Plus Angus Geddes from Fat Prophets with the day on the markets.
Australia's economy expanded 0.9% in the June quarter as consumers continued to spend, although they are eating into their savings. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with NAB Chief Economist Alan Oster who warns there is a risk of a recession, if official interest rates rise to levels which the market is expecting, plus Adam Dawes from Shaw and Partners goes through the day's market action.
The RBA has lifted official interest rates to 2.35% to be at the highest since 2015. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves takes a look at what that means for your mortgage, plus what it mens for the economy with Commonwealth Bank's Belinda Allen. Azeem Sheriff from CMC Markets goes through the market action, while Saxo Bank's Jessica Amir takes a look at rising energy prices. Plus Marcus Megalokonomos speaks with Telsyte's Foad Fadaghi about what consumers want from their smartphones.
As part of the government's indexation review on a range of welfare payments, the maximum rate of the age pension will increase by 4 per cent.
The RBA is widely tipped to lift official interest rates once again on Tuesday, so what will that mean for your mortgage, and what can you do about it? SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Sally Tindall from RateCity, plus Carl Capolingua from Think Markets on the day on the markets.
Rising interest rates, poor affordability and a switch from spending on goods to services have contributed to a 1.6 per cent decline in monthly home prices, the most since 1983. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Tim Lawless, CoreLogic's Head of Research to find out more, including which cities had the biggest falls and advice for sellers, plus the day on the markets with Evan Lucas from InvestSMART.
As the cost of living rises, a new report reveals some retirees are cutting back on their lifestyle instead of using their nest egg for its intended purpose: to help fund a comfortable retirement. Joint research by National Seniors Australia and fund manager Challenger found 23 per cent of respondents say they don't intend to draw their superannuation capital down in retirement, instead living off the income alone. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Aaron Minney from Challenger to find out what can be done about it, plus Credit Suisse's Mike Jenneke wraps up the day on the markets and reporting season.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Wesfarmers CEO Rob Scott to find out how inflationary pressures are impacting his business, if consumers are changing their shopping habits at its Bunnings, K-Mart and Target stores and how the extended WA border closures are still impacting it today; plus Francesco De Stradis from Ord Minnett on the day's market action.
Anyone travelling lately would have noticed just how expensive airfares are. So when will they ease? SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Flight Centre CEO Graham Turner about how the rising cost of living is impacting travel demand, and what he thinks about Australian airlines are being run. Plus, Henry Jennings from Marcus Today on the day's market action and his take on Qantas' profit result.
There is less than one month for individuals and businesses with an existing .com.au domain name to secure the abridged .au address before it goes on sale to the general public. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves explores this with Rosemary Sinclair from auDO, the government-endorsed not-for-profit administrator of the .au domain name, to find out why it's being done along with BDO cyber security expert Ross Widdows to discover the cyber security threats; plus Niv Dagan from Peak Asset Management goes through the day's sharemarket moves.
As the cost of living rises, are Aussies pulling back on health insurance? SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with NIB CEO Mark Fitzgibbon for more; plus James Whelan from VFS Group on the day on the markets.
With hospitals under pressure, SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with the CEO of hearing implant maker Cochlear, Dig Howitt, to find out how it is impacting the sector and his business; plus market moves with Perpetual Head of Investment Strategy.
Domain says it is seeing rising 'for sale' listings while those with environmental credentials are holding their value. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with CEO Jason Pellegrino to find our more about the current state of the housing market including why he's paying some staff nearly 10% more; plus Besa Deda from St.George Bank walks through the latest wages data which highlighted a continuing decline in real wages; and a wrap of the market with Jun Bei Liu from Tribeca Investment Partners.
BHP has posted a huge US$30.9bn full-year profit and says it is undertaking a number of initiatives to address diversity and inclusion. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with BHP CFO David Lamont to find out more including what he thinks is the company's biggest challenge; plus Mathan Somasundaram from Deep Data Analytics goes through the market reaction.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Bendigo and Adelaide Bank CEO Marnie Baker about the company's profit results and finds out how its customers are coping with the rising interest rate environment; plus a deeper look at other reporting results with David Berthon-Jones, CFA from Aequitas Investments Partners.
Telstra CEO Andrew Penn is leaving the company, but is giving shareholders a parting gift in the form of a higher dividend, the first increase since 2015. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks to Mr Penn about the telco's latest profit results, and his plans for he future; plus Jamie Hannah from VanEck on the day on the markets, including signs of an easing of inflation in the US.
REA Group has lifted its full-year profit by 25 per cent and has indicated listings on its realestate.com.au are now higher than the same time last year, so what does it say about the direction of the housing market? SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with REA Group CEO Owen Wilson for more, and discusses the bank reporting season with Macquarie Group's Martin Lakos.
With cost of living pressures increasing, SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with CommSec Chief Economist Craig James to find out the latest moves in food and petrol prices; plus banking and insurance company Suncorp has warned that home insurance premiums are set to continue rising because of incresing claim costs from wild weather and inflation, so Finder Insurance Expert Tim Bennett explains what you can do about insurance costs; plus Julia Lee from SPDR ETF State Street looks at the day on the markets including why Oz Minerals rejected a $8.4bn takeover offer from BHP
The RBA has downgraded its economic growth forecasts in its Statement on Monetary Policy while also admitting higher inflation for longer will mean a continued decline in real wages. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks to AMP Capital Chief Economist Shane Oliver for more; and gets the market reaction with Azeem Sheriff Sharrif from CMC Markets.
The big banks are beginning to pass on the August RBA rate rise to their home loan and deposit customers, but by how much? SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Canstar Money expert Effie Zahos to find out.
The US has experienced two quarters of negative economic growth, but officials are declaring it a recession. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Commonwealth Bank's Kristina Clifton to find out why, plus Marcus Bogdan from Blackmore Capital to find out how the market reacted; plus we take a look at the skills shortage in the housing construction industry with the HIA's Thomas Devitt.
Inflation in Australia surged by 6.1% on an annual basis, putting greater pressure on the Reserve Bank to continue aggressively lifting official interest rates. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Economist Saul Eslake and IG Markets Securities Limited Analyst Hebe Chen for more.
Used car prices are finally on the decline, so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Katrina Ell from Moody's Analytics to find out why; plus Peter Bailey from Wine Australia runs through the challenges facing the industry; and Tony Sycamore from City Index looks at the day on the markets.
New research by Morningstar reveals prices at Coles and Woolworths have increased by at least 5 percent in the June Quarter, but Johannes Faul tells SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves that prices are increasing even faster right now; plus hear from Alex Pikoulas, CFA from Harper Bernays about the day on the market.
Westpac has revised its call for the peak in interest rates to 3.35% by February next year, which may add $908 a month to an average mortgage repayment on a $500,000 25 year loan. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Westpac Senior Economist Matthew Hassan for more, plus Heath Moss from HLM Investments for the day on the markets.
Small to medium businesses warn they don't see an improvement to the supply chain issues plaguing their operations for some time, so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with NAB's Ana Marinkovic to find out more including the impact on consumers and what can be done about it; plus Evan Lucas from InvestSMART Group Limited for the day on the markets.
The Australian Council of Superannuation Investors says that after a pandemic-indiced dive in CEO bonuses, payments have rebounded to record levels. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with ASCI Stewardship Executive Manager Ed John for more, plus Westpac's Imre Speizer as New Zealand's central bank continues to lift official interest rates, and Adam Dawes from Shaw and Partners for news on the day on the markets.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with NAB Senior Economist Gareth Spence about how consumers are paying the price for higher labour costs; plus Saxo Bank's Jessica Amir on the day on the markets.
Coal overtakes iron ore as Australia's most valuable export commodity so what does that mean for the economy and shares? SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Evan Lucas from InvestSMART.
Residential rents have risen nearly 10 per cent over the last financial year so Tim Lawless from CoreLogic explains why, plus SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Michael Jenneke from Credit Suisse on the markets, commodity sell-off and Australian dollar tumble.
The Reserve Bank has lifted official interest rates for a third straight month, taking rates to their highest since May 2019. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with KPMG Chief Economist Sarah Hunter and Stocks Down Under Analyst Stuart Roberts for more.
Experts are expecting the RBA to lift official interest rates for a third month in a row tomorrow, so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Diana Mousina from AMP to find out more including what it means for borrowers, plus George Boubouras from K2 Asset Management for market implications.
As we hit the end of the financial year, SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves takes a look back and a look forward at the key economic themes, sharemarket performance, superannuation and property forecasts with AMP Capital's Shane Oliver, NAB's Alan Oster and nabtrade's Gemma Dale.
New figures show bigger gender pay differentials are in the higher age ranges. Rena Sarampaet speaks with Mary Wooldridge from Workplace Gender Equality Agency. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves finds out why the market had a solid day with Henry Jennings from Marcus Today.
After a tumultuous period which has seen the Australian sharemarket enter correction territory, the ASX200 rose 1.6% for the week. So where to now? SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Matt Sherwood from Perpetual Limited to find out.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Chris Weston from Pepperstone for more including what it means for shares, plus John Baldock speaks with NAB's Dean Pearson to find out just how much more price sensitive Australian consumers are.
RBA Governor Philip Lowe says he doesn't see a recession in Australia on the horizon despite some expected imminent aggressive interest rate rises, some others disagree. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Phil O'Donoghue from Deutsche Bank for more, plus Mathan Somasundaram from Deep Data Analytics on the markets.
The rising cost of living is impacting consumer confidence with the Westpac Melbourne Institute Consumer Sentiment Index falling to towards historic lows so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Westpac Chief Economist Bill Evans to find out what that means for the economy, plus Aequitas Investments Limited's David Berthon-Jones on the the sharemarket selloff aftermath.
Bank shares have plummeted in the days after the RBA hiked interest rates, so what's the future like for the sector? SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Fat Prophets CEO Angus Geddes, plus Massilia Aili talks with Sarah Megginson from Finder.
June's larger than expected official interest rate rise has many economists now tipping the RBA will lift rates harder and faster in an attempt to squash inflation. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with the Commonwealth Bank's Gareth Aird to find out more, plus Shaw and Partner's James Gerrish on the day on the markets.
The Reserve Bank has lifted the official cash rate more than expected by 50 basis points to 0.85 per cent, which is now above pre-pandemic levels. That will mean monthly mortgage repayments on a $500,000, 25 year loan increases by $133. Can you afford it, and what happens when rates continue to rise? SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with St.George Bank Chief Economist Besa Deda for more, plus WaveStone Capital's Catherine Allfrey for the market reaction, and a special look at the buy now pay later space with Loftus Peak's Alex Pollak, CIO at Loftus Peak.
The ACCC says Australians were scammed out of $205 million in the first five months of the year, with cryptocurrency scams rising dramatically.
Retirees struggling with the rising cost of living are being encouraged by the Association of Superannuation Funds of Australia (ASFA) of Australia to access their super to help out.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Evan Lucas from InvestSMART Group Limited plus the Commonwealth Bank's Belinda Allen discusses why consumers will be able to cope with imminent interest rate rises, while Maree Kilroy from BIS Oxford Economics takes a look at the impact of rising rates on property prices.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Elinor Kasapidis from CPA Australia about tax deductions, plus the latest on the markets with Stuart Roberts from Stocks Down Under.
AGL has withdrawn plans to split the company in two following growing pressure from shareholders who were opposed to the move.
Retail sales hit a record $33.9bn in April despite the first rate rise in more than a decade, so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Fleur Brownfrom the Australian Retailers Association for more, plus nabtrade's Gemma Dale on the state of the markets.
There are a record 137 billionaires in Australia, so how do you spot one? SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with The Australian Financial Review Rich List co-editor Julie-anne Sprague about how migrants have made a big splash in the rankings this year, plus Citi's Mahjabeen Zaman on the day on the markets.
New home sales in the US have slumped, adding to fears the American consumer is feeling nervous of the future as interest rates rise. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Clifford Bennett from ACY Securities to explore whether the US economy is headed for a recession; plus Francesco De Stradis from Ord Minnett looks through the day's market action including why BHP was the worst performer on the ASX 200.
RMIT University Behavioural Economist Meg Elkins says businesses addressing languishing feelings will have a better chance of holding on to staff. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with her; plus Robert Talevski from Activus Investment Advisors
With Labor forming government, SBS Finance Editor Ricard Gonçalves speaks with Michael Croker from Chartered Accountants to find out how first home buyers will be supported, and how the markets reacted with Luke Laretive from Seneca Financial Solutions.
Australia's unemployment rate fell to 3.9% in April, the lowest since 1974, but workers are slow to see the benefits through higher wages. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with HSBC Chief Economist Paul Bloxham for more, plus Angus Geddes from Fat Prophets on why the market took a big tumble today.
Australians are seeing a decline in real wages growth, so why is the RBA likely to continue on its interest rate rising schedule? SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Indeed.com Chief Economist Callam Pickering, plus Financy's Bianca Hartge-Hazelman on the path to gender financial equality and Adam Dawes from Shaw and Partners on the day on the markets.
The RBA board meeting minutes released today revealed it discussed the possibility of a 40 basis point increase at the last meeting, instead of the 25 which it delivered, leaving the door open for more aggresive increases in the short term. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with ANZ's Adelaide Timbrell for the impact on the economy and housing, plus Saxo Bank's Jessica Amir on the markets.
With the government proposing its own scheme to allow first home buyers to access part of their superannuation to buy a home, SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with ANZ New Zealand- based economist Miles Workman to discover how a similar program there has worked and discusses the various plans around the world; plus the day on the markets with Elio D'Amato from Daylight Financial Group.
Cryptocurrencies have crashed this week - bad news for the 1 million Australians with crypto accounts, so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Carl Capolingua from ThinkMarkets for more; plus Sally Tindall from RateCity.com.au explains what you can do right now to get a better home loan rate, as two of the big four banks pass on the RBA's rate rise.
US inflation still remains elevated at 8.3% annually, continuing to spook investors, while lockdowns in China are preventing ships from being loaded on time, which will ultimately impact global consumer prices. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Robert Ojeda Sierra from Fitch Ratings about just how bad the delays at Chinese ports are, plus Jun Bei Liu from Tribeca Investment Partners on the impact on shares.
Consumer sentiment is at its lowest since August 2020 with confidence hit by rising inflation and the prospect of increasing interest rates. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Westpac Chief Economist Bill Evans for more, plus Michael Jenneke.
The big four banks have posted a combined $14.4bn in cash earnings this half year reporting season, so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Sam Garland from PwC and George Boubouras from K2 Asset Management Ltd to see how they've performed during the pandemic and what a rising interest rate and inflationary environment means for them.
Global markets crumbled on Friday on fears some economies may enter a period of stagflation. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with St George Economist Matthew Bunny for more, while Tony Sycamore from City Index goes through the market implications, plus, ATO Deputy Commissioner Will Day details a massive investigation into the growing number of people creating fake businesses to make fraudulent claims.
While mortgage rates will rise, savers will be rewarded after years of declining returns so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Warren Hogan from Judo Bank and Scott Phillips from The Motley Fool for more.
Australia's housing market continues to cool, with prices in our two biggest cities falling on a quarterly basis, for the first time since the prolonged lockdowns of 2020. So, as the RBA prepares to raise interest rates, what's likely to happen to the housing market? Laurie Lawira speaks with CoreLogic Australia's Tim Lawless for more, while SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves talks with James Whelan from VFS Group for the sharemarket implications.
The Reserve Bank is tipped to lift official interest rates next week because inflation is too hot. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Angela Jackson from Impact Economics to help explain the good and bad of inflation, and how interest rates can manage it; plus Guy Chambers from PwC on why electricity costs are rising and Matt Sherwood from Perpetual on the day on the markets.
Consumer prices have surged the most since the introductin of the GST, raising the prospect the Reserve Bank may lift official interest rates for the first time in more than 10 years next month, ahead of the Federal Election. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with David Bassanese from BetaShares and Jun Bei Liu from Tribeca Investment Partners for more.
The Twitter board has accepted Elon Musk's $61bn takover proposal, so what does that mean for the social media company's users and investors? SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with tech analyst Dan Ives from Wedbush in New York for more; plus Deep Data Analyics' Mathan Somasundaram explains why the sharemarket tanked more than 2 per cent.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Angus Woods from Adviser Ratings on financial advice, plus Omkar Joshi from Opal Capital Management about why the sharemarket had its worst one day loss in about two months.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with NAB Chief Economist Alan Oster, plus WaveStone Capital's Catherine Allfrey on the market's near record high; and Westpac's Justin Smirk compares consumer price rises between Australia and New Zealand.
For the first time in a decade, Netflix has lost subscribers. So, what's the streaming giant going to do about it? Hear from Curtin University's Tama Leaver, plus SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves talks with Luke Laretive from Seneca Financial Solutions on the day on the markets.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with ANZ Senior economist Adeliade Timbrell to find out the likely timing of the first interest rate rise, plus Mahjabeen Zaman from Citi on the day on the markets.
Australia's jobless rate, when unrounded, hit 3.95% in March, the lowest it has ever been in the history of the ABS monthy job ads series, so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks in depth with independent economist Saul Eslake to find out if this is a true reflection of the state of the employment market, what it means for the economy and interest rates; plus Jessica Amir from Saxo Markets for her wrap on the day on the sharemarket.
The Reserve Bank of New Zealand has lifted its official cash rate by the most in 22 years as it tries to tame inflation, as US consumer prices rise the most since 1981 so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Kiwibank Chief Economist Jarrod Kerr in Auckland; plus the day on the markets with James Gerrish from Shaw and Partners.
Homelessess is likely to become a bigger problem as rents surge, so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with SQM Research Managing Director Louis Christopher for more, plus NAB Chief Economist Alan Oster explains why businesses are increasingly confident despite rising price pressures, and Tony Sycamore from City Index goes through the day's market action.
The RBA says house prices may fall 15 per cent in two years if mortgage rates rise by 200 basis points, so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Commonwealth Bank Chief Economist Stephen Halmarick to find out if borrowers can afford it; plus Marcus Bodgan from Blackmore Capital on the day on the markets.
The Reserve Bank has held official interest rates at a record low of 0.1 per cent, but has changed its language suggesting rates may rise soon. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves finds out what it means for borrowers and the share market.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Alex Pikoulas from Harper Bernays for his take on the day on the markets and to preview tomorrow's Reserve Bank meeting on interest rates.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Credit Suisse energy analyst Saul Kavonic about the role of Australia in Europe's energy crisis, asks CoreLogic's head of research Tim Lawless if there's a house price correction on the way, and gets the lowdown on the state of the Australian sharemarket from HLM Investments equities advisor Heath Moss.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Goncalves talks with Indeed Chief Economist Callam Pickering about record job vacancies and the impact on employers trying to recruit.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with EY Chief Economist Cherelle Murphy about the impact of the federal budget on the economy, net debt and interest rates; while Francesco De Stradis from Ord Minnett goes through the budget's sharemarket winners and losers.
The RBA says there is a confidence gap limiting females from progressing in the sector. However, economics also suffers a so-called brand issue. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with RMIT Senior Economics Lecturer Leonora Risse and Barrenjoey Chief Economist Jo Master to find out how to attact more females into economics.
There may be a reduction in the fuel excise to help ease rising fuel costs, but CommSec's Craig James argues there might be a better way.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with CBA's Gareth Aird to find out how household debt may influence how aggressive the RBA when it comes to lifting interest rates, plus the latest on the markets and WA's decision to claim Crown 'unfit' to hold.
Domain's Nicola Powell explains the cultural shift needed as house price growth outpaces that of incomes; plus Adam Dawes from Shaw and Partners on the day's market action including airlines lifting their ticket prices.
Miriam Moeller from the University of Queensland Business School explains how a neurodiverse workforce can add value to an organisation; plus Jessica Amir from Saxo Markets with the latest on the markets.
Swinbourne University's Dimitrios Salampasis explains what that government will be looking at in its review of cryptocurrencies, plus Daylight Financial Group's Elio D'Amato takes a look at the day's market action.
The US has lifted official interest rates and expects to do it another six times this year, so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves explores the implications with InvestSMART Chief Market Strategist Evan Lucas, plus Carlos Cacho, Chief Economist at Jarden dissects today's near 14- year low unemployment rate of 4 percent to reveal what it says about the economy.
Russia's invasion of Ukraine is adding to already rising consumer prices, so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Diana Mousina from AMP Capital to see what it means for the European and global economies; plus Mike Jenneke from Credit Suisse previews tomorrow's all important US Federal Reserve board meeting decision where US interest rates are expected to rise for the first time in three years.
We're being warned that higher input costs could mean consumers may need to pay $7 for a regular cup of coffee, so we speak with Gabriel Coffee CEO Sam Gabrielian to see what he thinks, plus Stuart Roberts from Stocks Down Under explains why he thinks recent macro economic events are similar to what triggered the global bear market of the early 1970s.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Tony Sycamore from City Index about the impact of a 40 year high inflation rate in the US and the latest fall-out on the markets and investments from the escalating conflict in Ukraine.
Consumer sentiment as measured by Westpac is at its lowest since September 2020, so hear from Chief Economist Bill Evans about what that means for the economy and interest rates, plus Peak Asset Management's Niv Dagan on the financial implications of the latest sanctions on Russia.
SBS News speaks with seven CEOs of ASX listed companies to find out what are the diversity and inclusion policies they're implementing and how they can improve. We found, that while people with a disability is a key focus, there are many challenges ahead,
Australia's economy expanded by 3.4 per cent in the December quarter, but the new year has brought about fresh challenges, so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Jo Masters from EY to find out more, plus Tribeca's Jun Bei Lui on what it means for the sharemarket.
The escalating tensions in Ukraine is adding another complexity to the travel sector just as international borders reopen, so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Flight Centre CEO Graham Turner for more, plus Kyle Rodda from IG Markets the implications of the conflict on the sharemarket.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Domino's CEO Don Meij to see how he's managing rising inflation, plus HSBC's Paul Bloxham on how the latest read on inflation will impact the timing of interest rate rises.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Cochlear CEO Dig Howitt about how the company has navigated the latest omicron outbreak, plus Macquarie's Martin Lakos on how the latest geopolitical tensions are hitting global markets.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with nib CEO Mark Fitzgibbon to find out how the pandemic has changed how policyholders are using their private health insurance.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Wesfarmers CEO Rob Scott and Telstra's Andy Penn about their results, the economy and easing of COVID restrictions, plus the latest on the jobs numbers and the sharemarket.
Tesla has signed a supply deal with Australia's Liontown Resources, so hear from James Gerrish from Shaw and Partners about Australia's role in clean energy, plus why the nation's housing market may be in for a soft landing.
The Crown Resorts board has recommended shareholders accept an $8.9bn takeover, plus we speak with carsales.com CEO Cameron McIntyre to find out the direction of new and used car sales.
The gender pay gap narrowed by just 0.5% in the past year, so what needs to happen to adjust that? And US inflation hits a 40 year high.
Inflation is putting pressure on the budgets of retirees with the amount of money they need to spend for a comfortable retirement rising.
CBA boss Matt Comyn tells Ricardo Gonçalves his customers are well placed to deal with a rising interest rate environment as the bank posts a 23% lift in half year cash profit; plus hear from Westpac's Bill Evans and 1851 Capital's Chris Scott.
There are calls for the paid parental scheme to be extended to as much as one year, so what are the benefits, plus the latest on the markets.
NAB predicts some capital city home prices will fall more than 11 per cent in 2023. Plus more on Facebook owner Meta's drastic sell down in the US and what it means for the technology sector.
Technology stocks go into freefall amid mildly disappointing earnings out of the US and a rising interest rate environment. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Ben Clark from TMS Capital.
RBA Governor admits an official interest rate rise this year is plausible, so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Ord Minnett's Francesco De Stradis to find out more.
The RBA is to end its bond purchase program but kept the official cash rate at a record low, however the market and many economists believe a rate rise will come sooner than expected.
The Australian sharemarket enjoyed double digit returns in 2021 despite the ongoing threat of COVID and the re-emergence of inflation.
Private health insurance premiums will rise on average by 2.7% in 2022, so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Medibank CEO David Koczkar for more; plus Elio D'Amato from Daylight Financial on the day on the markets and what's ahead next year.
Domain's Nicola Powell says vendors are having to reduce their price expectations, especially in premuim areas, as the housing market cools; plus SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Scott Phillips from The Motley Fool for the latest on the share market.
Do you know what happens to your details when you sign up to loyalty schemes? We speak with Kate Bower from CHOICE to find out; plus the latest on the RBA's thinking and the day on the markets.
ANZ says consumers are still eating out or having food delivered despite the rise of Omicron, so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with ANZ Senior Economist Adelaide Timbrell for more; plus Jun Bei Lui from Tribeca on the markets.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Carl Capolingua from ThinkMarkets about surprise moves from global central banks and how that may impact investment strategies.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Carlos Cacho from Jarden and Shane Oliver from AMP Capital following a huge fall in the unemployment rate and the government's mid-year economic and fiscal outlook.
With 1630 new COVID cases in NSW and rising infections around the country, SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Westpac's Bill Evans and Credit Suisse's Mike Jenneke to find out how consumers and investors are feeling.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Stuart Roberts from Stocks Down Under for his take on the day's market action including a warning from supermarket giant Woolworths.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with George Boubouras, K2 Asset Management about the day on the market and his views on 2022.
The ACCC says consumers are paying more for extra mobile data than they need, so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with ACCC Chair Rod Sims; plus the latest on Evergrade's default and Fortescue's green move.
RBA Governor says there is potential for a Central Bank Digital Currency for consumers, so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with RMIT Blockchain Innovation Hub Professor Ellie Rennie to find out more.
The way consumers pay has changed drastically in recent years, so hear about the government's plans to update the payments system framework; plus Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Niv Dagan from Peak Asset Management for the latest on the markets.
An SBS News poll of 19 economists has revealled most expect the first official interest rate rise to come in the first half of 2023. Hear from St George Chief Economist Besa Deda for more.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with James Whelan of VFS Group about market's current volatility.
WIth inflation and Omicron creating uncertainty on the sharemarket, SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Catherine Allfrey from WaveStone Capital for her thoughts about how it is impacting the sharemarket and investments.
Airtasker has taken a look at which tasks earn the most money, so we hear from CEO Tim Fung for more; plus Shaw and Partners' James Gerrish on the latest on the markets.
Australians spent 36% more on the Black Friday sales than in pre-pandemic times so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Adelaide Timbrell from ANZ for more; plus Deep Data Analytics' Mathan Somasundaram on omicron's impact on the marke
Hear Perpetual's Matt Sherwood speak with SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves about how the market is feeling about the new COVID variant; plus Flight Centre CEO Graham Turner on the impact on travel.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Opal Capital Management's Omkar Joshi about how the pandemic continues to impact the market; plus Qantas' Alan Joyce on the airline's new green frequent flyer tier.
Households can expect to pay $77 less on electricity bills by 2024 so the Australian Energy Market Commission's Anna Collyer explains why; plus Kyle Rodda from IG Markets on the day on the markets.
Hear from Webjet CEO John Guscic talk about New Zealand's reopening border plans, the state of international travel and his Croatian heritage; plus the markets with Seneca Financial Solutions' Luke Laretive.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Woodside CEO Meg O'Neill as the company makes the biggest Australian oil and gas investment in a decade and as it seals a $40bn merger with BHP's petroleum assets.
The Commonwealth Bank says home values will fall by 10 per cent in 2023, so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with CBA's Gareth Aird for more; plus Burman Invest's Julia Lee for the market latest.
Just four weeks after the Victorian Royal Commission, Crown has received another takeover bid. How does it stack up? SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Deep Data Analytics' Matham Somasundaram and Marcus Bodgan from Blackmore Capital.
Oil prices are at a 6 week low as some nations consider releasing reserves, but what does that mean for petrol as Australia prepares to enter the holiday period? Hear from Fat Prophets Resources Analyst David Lennox.
Wages grew 2.2% annually in the September quarter, with some industries seeing greater increases amid labour shortages. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Stephen Koukoulas to find out what businesses and employees should do.
The RBA is reviewing banknote distribution arrangements as it is revealed the value of banknotes in circulation has doubled since 2010 to around $100bn, so Macquarie Univeristy's Chris Vasantkumar explains why; plus what the market is thinking about futur
Japan's economy contracted in the September quarter as exports were hit amid a COVID State of Emergency in the country, so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with independent economist, Janu Chan for more.
The ACCC is warning a global supply chain cruch will make it harder to get some goods from overseas in time for Christmas, while others will become more expensive.
The Commonwealth Bank will become the first bank in Australia to offer customers crypto services. Shaw and Partners' Adam Dawes and UNSW Business School's Eric Lim explains what it means for the market, consumers and crypto assets moving forward.
The RBA admits official interest rates could now rise in 2023 instead of 2024, but the market still believes it'll happen sooner. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Tony Morriss from Bank of America Merrill Lynch and Jessica Amir from Saxo Markets Australia to find out more.
Former Facebook Australia CEO Stephen Scheeler explains why Facebook's parent company is changing its name to Meta, plus the latest on the markets.
Hear from ANZ CEO Shayne Elliott as SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves explores the latest thinking about the timing of the RBA's first rate rise in more than 10 years.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with AMP Capital's Diana Mousina and Credit Suisse's Mike Jenneke about what today's inflation data means for consumer prices, interest rates and the sharemarket.
The government is assisting Telstra to buy Pacific infrastructure assets, but is it a move to stop China from expanding it's reach? SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Telstra CEO Andy Penn, Minister for Trade, Tourism and Infrastructure Dan
Aviation expert Trevor Jensen tells how flying internationally will be different as Qantas brings forward more flight schedules with Australia's border restrictions continuing to ease.
Woolworths CEO Brad Banducci speaks about why the retailer is asking its staff to get fully vaccinated, plus SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Marcus Today Portofilo Manager Henry Jennings about the day's market action.
NSW is opening its international border earlier, allowing fully vaccinated Australians to fly into Sydney quarantine free, so what does that mean for prices? SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with aviation commentator Steve Hui.
138,000 jobs were lost in September but the unemployment rate only rose slightly to 4.6 per cent, so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Sarah Hunter from BIS Oxford Economics to unpack the numbers.
We find out how the payments system is changing, with shoppers soon to be given the option to scan a QR code to pay, plus the latest on the markets.
Low cost carrier Bonza is planning to hit the Australian skies by the middle of next year, so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Goncalves speaks wtih Bonza CEO Tim Jordan and airline conultant Trevor Jensen.
Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Deloitte Access Economics Chief Economist Chris Richardson about how the reopening NSW economy will add to national growth.
NIB is paying employees $1,200 a year to effectively rent a space in their homes as they ask workers to only come into the office one day a week, so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with NIB Group CEO Mark Fitzgibbon to find out more.
What role will CBDs play in post-pandemic? SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Luke Achterstraat from the Property Council of Australia to find out as NSW prepares to end its indoor office mask mandate sooner to drive workers back into the ci
The banking regulator has lifted the interest rate buffer banks need to apply to approve new home loans. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with ANZ Senior Economist Felicity Emmett and Seneca Financial Solutions CEO Luke Laretive.
Facebook's outage has the potential to rip around US$100m from the company's earnings, so amid a string of controversies, SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Alex Pollak from Loftus Peak to find out what is the future of the social media gia
Investors flock to travel stocks as international travel restrictions soon ease, so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Evan Lucas from InvestSMART to find out what next for the market.
Annual national house prices rose the most since 1989, so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Goncalves speaks with CoreLogic's Tim Lawless to find out what now for the sector, amid calls for tighter lending rules; plus the Australian sharemarket has started the n
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Alex Pikoulas from Harper Bernays to find out why the sharemarket had its best one day gain so far this year, following a tumultuous month.
The Council of Financial Regulators has discussed tighter lending rules as borrowers take on more debt, so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Judo Bank Economic Adviser Warren Hogan for more; plus Stuart Roberts from Stocks Down Under for a
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with EY Chief Economist Jo Masters about the latest retail sales numbers and changing spending habits in a reopening economy; plus Mahjabeen Zaman from Citi with the latest on the markets.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Francesco De Stradis from Ord Minnett about China's Evergrande debt deal and how the market has reacted; plus Sarah Conte talks with 30% Club Australia's Nicola Wakefield Evans on the growing gender diversi
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Hong Kong-based indpendent economist Janu Chan for the latest on the Evergrande saga; plus Robert Talevski from Activus Investment Advisors for how it is playing out on the sharemarket.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Julia Lee from Burman Invest as the sharemarket slumps amid another fall in the iron ore price. Do the miners look attractive now?
Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Citi's Elizabeth Tian about the latest slump in the iron ore price along with concerns about China's property sector with one of its biggest real estate developers teetering on collapse.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Jarden Group's Carlos Cacho to explain why the unemployment rate fell, despite a loss of almost 150,000 jobs in August.
The OECD says the GST rate should rise, unemployment benefits increased, and the RBA reviewed as the economy adjusts to life after COVID, so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with OECD Head of Australia and United States Desk Ben Westmore.
The Sydney Airport board has provisionally recommended a revised takeover offer valuing the business at $32bn, so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Daylight Financial Group's Elio D'Amato about the deal.
The Australian sharemarket suffered its worst one day fall in four months, so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with CommSec's Steven Daghlian to find out more.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with NAB's Dean Pearson to find out about the future of travel for Australians.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with AMP Capital Chief Economist Shane Oliver and InvestSMART's Chief Market Strategist Evan Lucas about the RBA's decision to taper, yet extend economic stimulus and what it says about the economic recovery.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Monash University Research Fellow Nga Pham about how companies are reporting on modern slavery risks in their supply chain.
Lockdowns have impacted construction activity, but supply chain issues are also hitting building material costs. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Peter Burn from AiGroup for more; plus the markets with Mike Jenneke from Credit Suisse.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with EY Senior Economist Johnathan McMenamin about why borrowers are refinancing their home loans at record levels and how housing affordability is becoming a growing problem.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with ANZ Senior Econoimst Felicity Emmett about the latest GDP numbers which showed Australia's economy may have avoided a technical recession, but she explains why it might still feel like one.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Australia Post Acting CEO Rodney Boys following its record earnings result to talk deliveries and vaccinations; plus why 13 superannuation products have been labelled as failures.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Goncalves speaks with Fortescue's Elizabeth Gaines about the company's record profit, relationship with China and climate change plans.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Wesfarmers CEO Rob Scott about the company's results, vaccination rollout and supply chain issues; plus Tony Sycamore from City Index on profit reporting season.
SBS Finance Producer Anna Napoli speaks with Flight Centre CEO about a tough year but blue skies ahead as domestic travel burgeons and countries gradually open up.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Boral CEO Zlatko Todorcevski about the impact of lockdowns on construction, how he wants greater consultation with government, and the staff incentives being considered for vaccination.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Ampol CEO Matt Halliday for more on the fuel retailer's results, acquisitions, lockdown thoughts and views on electric vehicles; plus markets with Matt Sherwood from Perpetual.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Cochlear CEO Dig Howitt about the company's results and elective surgery during COVID outbreaks; plus why BHP's shares have been tumbling
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with ASX CEO Dominic Stevens about listings, technology and new investors, plus Airtasker's Tim Fung on vaccination verification badges on its listings.
Qantas has mandated all staff get vaccinated, so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with the CEOs of two other large employers with front-facing staff to find out their policies.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves goes through BHP's market announcement which dropped late in the evening which fundamentally changes the direction of the company.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves talks global economy, vaccinations, regional resilience and used car prices with the CEOs of BlueScope Steel, Bending and Adelaid Bank and carsales.com.
The Fair Work Commission has released new guidelines for businesses seeking to make COVID vaccines mandatory.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Telstra CEO Andy Penn following the group's $1.9bn full year profit.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Goncalves speaks with CBA CEO Matt Comyn about its latest results, the economy and vaccination rollout.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with NBN Co CEO Stephen Rue following the company's annual results.
Profit reporting season has kicked off so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with EL&C Baillieu Stockbroker, James Rosenberg to find out what's in store for shareholders.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks to REA Group CEO Owen Wilson and Australian Banking Associaition CEO Anna Bligh to find out how the lockdowns are impacting property prices, listings and the ability for borrowers to make repayments on their l
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with SPC Australia Chairman Hussein Rafai and Nick Scali Managing Director Andrew Scali to find out about their staff vaccine policies, plus Ben Clark From TMS Capital on the day on the markets.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Ord Minnett's Francesco De Stradis about the market's record close ahead of profit reporting season.
The Reserve Bank has held official interest rates, but won't increase or delay tapering to its bond buying program despite the expected economic hit from the Greater Sydney lockdown. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Alex Joiner from IFM In
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves explores Square's $39bn takeover offer for Afterpay with Deep Data Analytics CEO Mathan Somasundaram; plus a closer look at other merger deals on the market and why you could soon be paying $5 for a cup of coffee.
Citi analyst, Elizabeth Tian tells SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves, shareholders should expect to be rewarded this profit reporting season.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks to Westpac Chief Economist Bill Evans, who assumes the Sydney lockdown will last until at least the end of September
CBA economists have downgraded their economic growth forecasts so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Belinda Allen to find out the economic implications of the extended Sydney lockdown.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Bell Direct's Jessica Amir about how vaccines and earnings are interrelated.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves has spoken to Rod Orrock, the CEO of Best & Less, after a successful first day on the ASX
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Carl Capolingua from ThinkMarkets about the day's market moves, the dollar, and cryptocurrencies.
BHP has signed a nickel supply deal with Tesla amid speculation it is exiting oil, so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with InvestSMART's Evan Lucas
Find out why global estate agency ranks Sydney's luxury property market as the fast growing in the world; plus the latest on the various state lockdown's implications on the the Australian economy.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Citi's Mahjabeen Zaman about why Australia's sharemarket didn't fall as hard as global markets today
Advertising spend in Australia plummeted 8% in 2020 so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with PwC's Justin Papps to find out more about the future of the industry.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with ANZ Senior Economist Catherine Birch plus Merrick Capital's Fiona Clark on the markets.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Jo Masters, Chief Economist at EY, to find out how lockdowns really impact the jobs market.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves explores how global giants are entering the Australian buy now pay later space, and what it means for the incumbents.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Judo Bank Economic Advisor Warren Hogan about the new support payments for people and businesses impacted by recent lockdowns, plus the latest on the markets and are CEOs being paid too much?
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Australian Banking Association CEO Anna Bligh about how the banks are supporting those impacted by the recent lockdowns; plus Anton Tagliaferro from Investors Mutual on the markets.
Hear from Commonwealth Bank boss Matt Comyn about his plans to help with the vaccine rollout; plus the latest on the markets and why unemployed people are finding it difficult to gain jobs being advertised.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Bank of America's Tony Morriss and Burman Invest's Julia Lee about the RBA's latest moves and what it means for you.
With the RBA expected to announce the start of a small rollback in stimulus, SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Perpetual's Matt Sherwood to find out what that will mean for the markets.
From today there will be changes to super, tax, home buyer support and the minimum wage so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Mark Chapman from H&R Block for more; plus the latest on rising property values and the markets.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with CommSec's Craig James and Seneca Financial Solutions' Luke Laretive about the year that was on the sharemarket, and what's in store ahead.
Medibank is returning around $105m to policyholders in the form of premium discounts so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Canstar's Steve Mickenbecker to find out more; plus NSW business lockdown relief and the latest on the markets.
The Superannuation Guarantee increases to 10% from July 1st, but whether your take home pay gets cut as a result, depends on your employment contract.
Any profit from the sale of the likes of Bitcoin may be subject to capital gains tax, so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Assistant Commissioner Tim Loh to find out what else the ATO is targeting this year
Australian shares have their best day in four months, bouncing back from yesterday's sell-off, as Macquarie's Martin Lakos tells SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves.
The Australian sharemarket had its worst one day loss in about a month amid talk of rising interest rates. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Joe Youssef from Curve Securities.
Australia's jobs market has moved from recovery to growth so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with UBS Economist Nic Guesnon for more.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Ai Group's Innes Willox and hears from the ACTU's Sally McManus to find out what both sides think about the rise in the minimum wage
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Robert Talevski from Activus Investment Advisors about what's driving the recent record highs on the sharemarket; plus a look at the latest housing statistics.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Citi's Elizabeth Tian to find out why global investors have ignored signals of rising inflation in the US.
ANZ is the first major bank to say the RBA will need to lift official interest rates earlier than expected so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with ANZ Head of Australian Economics David Plank for more; plus Fat Prophets CEO Angus Geddes on the
Consumer confidence weakens amid the Victorian restrictions but banks still upgrade their economic forecasts.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with economist Stephen Koukoulas to find out if tighter lending standards are on the way; plus the markets with Bell Direct's Jessica Amir.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with S&P's Anthony Walker about Australia's AAA credit rating.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Evan Lucas, Chief Market Strategist at InvestSMART.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with ANZ Senior Economist Felicity Emmett to find out what the real risks are with ongoing growth.
More from SBS Finance editor Ricardo Gonçalves on property prices climbing and some mortgage rates may still rise despite the RBA holding official interest rates.
CommSec's Ryan Felsman explains petrol prices will remain elevated as economies reopen, while SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with George Boubouras from K2 Asset Management.
Brisbane-based Tritium signs a deal which paves the way for a US sharemarket listing so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with CEO Jane Hunter.
$70bn in dividends are expected to be paid to Australian shareholders this year as the recovery from the pandemic continues so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Janus Henderson Analyst, Jane Shoemake
Recruitment company Hays says nearly 7 out of 10 employers will offer pay rises in the next 12 months so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Hay Managing Director Nick Deligiannis to find out more.
This week is Australian Made Week so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Goncalves speaks with Campaign CEO Ben Lazzaro; plus what China said to spark a commodities selloff.
Australia's unemployment rate continues to fall despite the end of JobKeeper; SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves talks to Indeed Chief Economist Callam Pickering.
Wages have grown 1.5% through the year; while still soft, it's better than expected, so CEDA Senior Economist Gabriela D'Souza explains why now might be a good time to ask for a pay rise.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Goncalves speaks with CoreLogic's Tim Lawless to find out if regional home values can continue to outperform city prices.
The first official tourism numbers have come through on how the Australia-New Zealand travel route is working so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves discusses it with Steven Daghlian from CommSec, plus the week on the markets with Opal Capital's Omkar Joshi.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Kyle Rodda about how inflation worries are hitting shares and whether the tech bubble has burst.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves explores what this year's budget means for the economy, along with sharemarket opportunities and changes to superannuation with experts in their fields.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Macquarie's Martin Lakos about inflation fears hitting the market, plus Industry Super's Georgia Brumby on the gender disparity.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Julia Lee from Burman Invest about what now for shares after the market closes at a record high.
The big four banks posted a combined half year cash profit of $13.8bn so KPMG's Hessel Verbeek takes a look at what it means for investors, plus TMS Capital's Ben Clark on the markets.
Building approvals surged to their second highest levels on record, but with international borders closed, who will move into these newly constructed homes? The HIA's Tom Devitt explains.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves explores how indigenous businesses are helping the economy and wraps up the day on the market.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with AMP Capital Chief Economist Shane Oliver about why today's soft inflation figures will mean lower rates for longer, plus the markets and brands.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with ACCC Deputy Chair Delia Rickard about a new scam targetting young car buyers
Screen Producers Australia CEO Matt Deaner explains why producers are facing increased problems crewing their projects.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Tim Hillier from fund manager and major AMP shareholder Allan Gray about whether he's happy with AMP's split.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with InvestSMART Chief Market Strategist Evan Lucas about the shift to Environment, Social and Corporate Governance investing
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves looks through the latest ABS data to see if people really did access their super early for the right reasons.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with NAB's Alan Oster who has revised upwards his home price expectations.
WIth the markets so close to a record, SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with George Boubouras, K2 Asset Management Head of Research.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with NAB Home Ownership Executive Andy Kerr about how COVID has changed when prosepective buyers want in a property; plus Google's privacy issues and the day on the markets.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Carlos Cacho, Jarden Australia Chief Economist about the surprise drop in the unemployment rate; plus the latest on property rents, markets and bitcoin.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with venture capitalist Mark Carnegie about bitcoin's latest rise; Westpac CEO Bill Evans on surging consumer confidence and Niv Dagan from Peak Asset Management on the day on the markets.
ACCC Chair Rod Sims explains why power prices are falling and have further to decline; plus SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with NAB Chief Economist Alan Oster about why business conditions are at record levels; plus The Motley Fool's Scott Ph
The Commonwealth Bank says unemployment could dramatically fall to just 5 per cent by the end of the year, so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with economist Stephen Halmarick to find out what that would mean for the Reserve Bank.
The Australian sharemarket is only 2.3% below its February 2020 record high, so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Lipman Burgon Chief Investment Officer Alex Pikoulas to find out what it will take to reach new levels; plus we find out just
HSBC Chief Economist Paul Bloxham looks through the IMF's glowing Australian forecasts, while SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with RateCity's Sally Tindall about credit card interest rates and Tribeca's Jun Bei Liu on the day on the markets.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with EY Chief Economist Jo Masters about the RBA's latest rates decision and why it is now keeping an eye on the property market; plus Mathan Somasundaram from Deep Data Analystics on the day's market action.
CoreLogic's Tim Lawless and AMP Capital's Shane Oliver discuss catapulting home prices and what can be done about it.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Economist Stephen Kouokoulas about the surge in building approvals.
Presented by SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves: Angela Jackson from Equity Economics details the implications of the latest COVID-19 restrictions in Queensland.
Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Julia Lee from Burman Invest plus we hear from APRA Chair Wayne Byers.
Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with CMC Markets Analyst Michael McCarthy about the unexpected resignation of TPG Telecom Chair David Teoh.
Health insurance premiums will rise on the 1st of April. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with CHOICE Data Analyst Kate Bowen to find out what you can do about it; plus how a blockage in the Suez Canal will impact supply and oil; and the day on the markets.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Airtasker CEO Tim Fung as the company successfully completes its first day on the Australian sharemarket.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with 30% Club Chair, Nicola Wakefields Evans about rising female representation in corporate Australia
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Australia's Richest 250 List Editor John Stensholt about how many of the nation's billionaires are making more money despite the pandemic; Margy Osmond from the Transport and Tourism Forum explains why anot
SBS Finance Editor Ricado Gonçalves speaks with Judo Bank Economic Advisor Warren Hogan about today's stellar employment numbers and why it means we could see an earlier than expected rise in official interest rates; plus Angus Geddes from Fat Prophets on
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Rob Holder from Crestone Wealth about the day's market action.
Corelogic's Eliza Owen explains whether tighter lending rules will result from surging property prices; plus SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with InvestSMART's Evan Lucas about the day's market action the government's $1.2bn airline support pa
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with OECD Chief Economist Laurence Boone about its global growth upgrades and what it means for Austraila; plus Saxo Bank's Eleanor Creagh discusses the RBA's view on interest rates.
NAB's Alan Oster explains why business confidence is climbing, while SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with 1851 Capital's Chris Stott about the day's market moves.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Merricks Capital's Fiona Clark about the recent moves on the bond market any why it is impacting local shares.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with economist Stephen Koukoulas about the economy's better than expected 3.1 per cent quarterly rise
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with HSBC Chief Economist Paul Bloxham about the RBA's move to keep the cash rate at a record low of 0.1%.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with CoreLogic Head of Research Tim Lawless about the mismatch between housing demand and supply pushing prices higher.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Investors Mutual Investment Director Anton Tagliaferro who explains the relationship between bonds, interest rates and why the sharemarket has turned.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Afterpay CEO Anthony Eisen about its latest results and growth plans - plus, is that sector overvalued?
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Sydney Airport CEO Geoff Culbert about the vaccine rollout, how he thinks borders should open, and the timing for international travel.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with REA Group Chief Economist Nerida Conisbee about her property outlook for 2021.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with BOQ CEO George Frazis about the bank's $1.3bn acquisition of ME Bank and for his take on the economy
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves takes a look at a worrying and rising phone scam and also speaks with with EY Chief Economist Jo Masters about the latest retail numbers and its implications for the economy as JobKeeper is wound down.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with UNSW Business School's Rob Nicholls about Facebook's ban on Australian news, while ex-Facebook Australia boss Steven Scheeler explains its importance to democracy; plus a special extended interview with Wes
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Coles CEO Steven Cain to find out what the lasting impacts of COVID-19 are on the supermarket group; Domino's Pizza Enterprises CEO Don Meij reveals his diversity and environmental targets at the company; a
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with AMP Capital's Dermot Ryan as BHP announces a record US$5.1billion windfall for shareholders; Macquarie's Martin Lakos goes through the day's market action; and Mano Mohankumar from Chant West reveals how su
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Bendigo and Adelaide Bank CEO Marnie Baker about the bank's profit result and boardroom diversity, while JB Hi-Fi CEO Richard Murray explains how stock shortages will impact what's available buy and Julia L
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with the Telstra CEO about the telco's profit numbers, steady dividend and why it is taking control of its physical stores; plus TMS Capital's Ben Clark goes through the rest of the day's market action.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with NAB Chief Economist Alan Oster who says most businesses aren't relying on JobKeeper like they used to; Burman Invest Julia Lee offers some immediate reaction to Crown Resort's latest blow in operating its B
$36.4bn of super has been accessed early because of the pandemic, so SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with accountant John Kalachian about how to rebuild your funds; plus James Rosenberg discusses the market moves.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with St George Chief Economist Besa Deda about how Australians changed their shopping habits in 2020
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with the CEO of the Property Council of Australia Ken Morrison about how the office sector is dealing with the pandemic.
Reserve Bank Governor on why rates will stay low for longer, and SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with K2 Asset Management's George Boubouras about the implications.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with economist Angela Jackson about the implications of the RBA's statement that rates won't rise until 2024
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Goncalves speaks with the social enterprises which have benefited from the outcomes of COVID-19 and in turn have been able to donate more to charities.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with HSBC Chief Economist Paul Bloxham about the fall in the December unemployment rate to 6.6% and the challenges to come.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with IBISWorld Senior Industry analyst Liam Harrison about his five key industries for jobs growth.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Fat Phophet Resources analyst David Lennox about Rio Tinto's latest production numbers and how it is trying to improve its relationship with traditional land owners.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with CommSec's Ryan Felsman about China's latest GDP report.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Stefan Thomas from San Francisco who is on the verge of losing more than US$200m in Bitcoin on his computer because he can't remember his password.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Domain's Nicola Powell about rental trends and why some tenants have the upper hand.
SBS Finance Editor, Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Indeed Economist Callam Pickering who explores the latest surge in job vacancies.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with CBA Senior Economist Belinda Allen about the rise in credit and debit card use.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Professor Gary Mortimer from QUT business school about changes to retail.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with IG Markets Analyst Kyle Rodda about the market's reaction to the latest developments in US politics, plus economist Saul Eslake on the changing fortunes of first home buyers.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with ANZ's Catherine Birch to find out why the peak in the unemployment rate has passed, CommSec's Craig James explains why Australians are hoarding cash and Martin Lakos from Macquarie goes through the day's market action.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves takes a look at CoreLogic's 2020 property price report, speaks to Julia Lee from Burman Invest about the first sharemarket trading day of the year, Asher Tan from Coinjar explains the rise in Bitcoin, and EQ Economics Founder Warren Hogan shares concerns about the latest COVID-19 outbreak on the economy.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Deep Data Analytics CEO Mathan Somasundaram about the year that was, and finds out what super funds are likely to do this year.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Kyle Rodda from IG Markets about the day's market action.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with ANZ Senior Economist Catherine Birch about the recent rise in retail sales, and if Australian consumers have brought forward their Christmas shopping, plus The Motley Food's Scott Phillips on the day's mark
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Benn Barr, Australian Energy Market Commission CEO about why power prices will fall over the next three years, while Opal Capital Management's Omkar Joshi looks at how the latest Sydney COVID cluster affected markets.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with RMIT Economics Professor Jason Potts about Bitcoin's latest run, while Bell Direct's Jessica Amir takes a look at the market implications of the latest COVID outbreak in Sydney.
AMP Capital's Diana Mousina says Australia's jobless rate has already peaked, following today's larger than expected improvement in the unemployment rate, while VFS Group's James Whelan goes through the day's market action.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Finder Money Expert Taylor Blackburn as Xinja hands back its banking licence, plus Mahjabeen Zamar from Citi looks into her investment crystal ball.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with IG Markets Analyst Kyle Rodda about APRA's easing dividend cap on banks and what it means for returns.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Burman Invest's Julia Lee about the market action including an index rebalance which pushed some shares to record highs.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with economist, Stephen Koukoulas who says the recent surge in the Australian dollar is putting a handbrake on the economy
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Sayers Chief Investment Officer, James Wright about the government selling debt at negative rates
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Westpac Senior Economist Matthew Hassan about the rise in consumer confidence and the employment outlook.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with NAB's Alan Oster about the resurgence in business confidence, while Henry Jennings details today's ASX float flops
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with ABARES Chief Commodity Analyst Jared Greenville to find out why some fruit and vegetable prices will rise dramatically
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with AMP Capital Chief Economist Shane Oliver who sees the local currencies hitting US$0.80 by this time next year
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Booktopia CEO Tony Nash as the company trades on the ASX for the first time
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves breaks down the better-than-expected economic growth numbers with EY Oceania Chief Economist Jo Masters
Corelogic Head of Australian Research Eliza Owen goes through the latest house price data, while eToro's John Gilbert unpacks the first trading day of the new month.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Matthew Haupt from Wilson Asset Management about the market's stellar November rise
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Finder Co-founder Jeremy Cabral about his Portuguese heritage and how he feels about being on the AFR Rich List, and Fiona Clark from Merrick Capital explains if we'll see a Santa rally on markets this year
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with RateCity's Sally Tindall about how to navigate the huge online sales events wisely, plus Mathan Somasundaram from Deep Dive Analytics explains why the market's taken a turn.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with ACCC Commissioner Sarah Court about your rights when purchasing travel bookings as border restrictions ease, plus the latest on the markets as it reaches a milestone.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with ACCC Deputy Chair Delia Rickard about the tricks scammers are using to dupe online shoppers.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with ASFA Deputy CEO Glen McCrea to fund out how much money is needed for a comfortable retirement, plus why total sharemarket returns are now positive in 2020 despite COVID-19.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves takes a closer look at the findings of the Retirement Income Review and speaks with Luke Laretive from Seneca Financial Solutions about the market's near 11 per cent rise so far this month.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with PwC Entertainment & Media Outlook Editor Justin Papps about the changing face of the sector, plus BIS Economic's Sarah Hunter on the rise in unemployment.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with the Australian Institute of Company Directors' Louise Petschler about female representation in corporate Australia, plus why Crown is being asked to delay its Barangaroo casino opening.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with IG Markets Analyst Kyle Rodda about how a more positive outlook is changing the way investors are picking stocks, plus the outcomes of the NSW state budget including a proposed change to stamp duty.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Burman Invest's Julia Lee about the implications to today's technical glitch on the market, and finds out why ANZ is now predicting property prices will rise 9 per cent next year.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Australia Post's Nicole Sheffield about when you should get your parcels out in time for Christmas.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Westpac Chief Economist Bill Evans to find out how consumers feel ahead of Christmas, and asks market analysts if the recent rotation of stocks into banks will continue.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with The Motley Fool Head of Research Scott Phillips about how investors switched out of technology stocks to drive global markets higher amid COVID-19 vaccine developments.
SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves explores the market implications of Joe Biden's US election win and reveals why Australians are building the biggest houses in the world.