Business

A union is likening the push to scrap junior wages to the fight for gender equality as employers warn of youth job losses.

THE ECONOMIST: Xi is desperate for Trump-proof access to food, fuels and metals.

It’s natural to want the best for your children, but good intentions are no substitute for good planning.With these strategies, the ‘Bank of Mum and Dad’ can lend a hand without risking your financial future.

NICK BRUINING: Self-managed funds now account for nearly a quarter of the $4.33 trillion invested in superannuation. So why are so many more people unhappy with their DIY approach?

One age group of Australian workers is being treated ‘unfairly’.

NICK BRUINING: There are steps you can take to deal with problems with your financial adviser and, in many cases, receive compensation if their advice was inappropriate for your circumstances.

Ukraine officials have accused the Albanese Government of turning a blind eye to a ‘loophole’ allowing illegal Russian oil imports into Australia, pumping millions back to Vladimir Putin’s regime.

Australia’s consumer watchdog is suing tech giant Microsoft over allegations it misled 2.7 million Aussies over prices for its Microsoft 365 subscriptions.

‘I got a call from mum saying there’s a mysterious letter in the letterbox.’

Microsoft Teams will soon introduce a divisive new feature that businesses will love, but many workers will despise, threatening to end a sneaky tactic beloved by many.

Donald Trump has declared he must ‘defend’ the United States after a nation’s ‘hostile act’, increasing the tariff rate.

Anthony Albanese has inked a mega deal with Donald Trump. While every state and territory will benefit, some are bigger winners than others.

Westpac-owned lender RAMS has been fined $20 million after the Federal Court uncovered serious compliance failures in its home loan operations.

RBA governor Michele Bullock revealed she’s in talks with banks as Australia’s cash system falters and cyber hackers grow more sophisticated.

THE ECONOMIST: China has taken the ball and run the court — outplaying America in a trade war that’s rewriting the global rulebook.