Australian Stock Market Report - Closing
Local stocks closed flat on the first trading day of 2011, under-performing US stocks which rose to fresh two year highs during Monday’s session.
Australian market closes flat on 2011first day trade
The Australian share market closed flat on its first day of trade for 2011 as the materials sector continued to lead the index early in The Australian share market closed flat on its first day of trade for 2011 as the materials sector continued to lead the index early in the new year. the new year.
Real estate agencies caught underquoting auction sale prices
Real estate agencies have been penalized for underquoting expected sale prices at auctions.
ANZ to expand in northern Asia
ANZ Banking Group Ltd's (ASX:ANZ) failed bid for Korea Exchange Bank (KEB) has broadened its outlook on the potential for expansion in northern Asia, The Australian has reported.
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EMS clarifies director share sale
Eastland Medical Systems Ltd (ASX:EMS) says its non-executive director Michael Stewart remains committed to the company even after disposing 6.67 million shares in the medical products firm just before Christmas.
Rio may deal with new partners for Simandou
Resource giant Rio Tinto Ltd (ASX:RIO) could find itself working with some new partners at its Simandou iron ore project in Guinea, according to the Australian Financial Review.
Qantas to build biofuel plant
National carrier Qantas Airways Ltd (ASX:QAN) is looking to build a $300 million commercial jet biofuel plant in Sydney with US bioenergy company Solena.
Australian manufacturing softens in December
Manufacturing activity continued softened in December with few signs of any pick up according to the latest seasonally adjusted Australian Industry Group - PwC Australian Performance of Manufacturing Index.
Hedge fund scandal shakes expert-network industry
With insider trading forming the crux of the current Federal Bureau of Investigation’s probe on hedge funds, financial firms begin to be wary of the once highly sought-after “ expert consultations” offered by expert network service providers.
Australian dollar outlook 04/01/2011
The AUD continues to break hit new highs as the strengthening equity markets and higher commodity prices see investors increase their demand for riskier currency such as the AUD.
World Market Overview
U.S. stocks kicked off the new year with a rally to fresh over-two-year highs Monday, boosted by data showing improving manufacturing conditions and rising construction spending.
Australian Stock Market Report - Morning
The US ISM manufacturing index rose from 56.6 to a seven month high of 57.0 in December.
Daily forex forecast - 04/01/2011
The Australian Dollar traded a quiet 30-pip range throughout Asia on New Year’s Eve with an increase in Private Sector Credit providing only a short term-boost.
Suncorp calms investors on flood fallout
Suncorp Group Ltd has reassured investors it has a reinsurance program to deal with the fallout from Queensland's flood.
Interest rate increases discouraging first home buyers
The possibility that interest rates may rise further discouraged first home buyers from entering the market in 2010.
Australian stocks drop at end of 2010
The Australian stock market has finished 2010 on a disappointing note, dropping almost one per cent amid broad based declines.
BHP shells out $1M+ for Queensland flood assistance
Global miner BHP Billiton has confirmed a A$1 million donation to the Queensland Premier's Disaster Relief Appeal to assist with Queensland flood relief efforts.
Queensland floods delay grain movement
Floods in Queensland have brought transportation of grains by rail and road to a halt, GrainCorp Ltd (ASX:GNC), the country's largest grain handler said on Monday.
Australian Stock Market Report - Closing
The share market ended the final day of 2010 in the red, following weakness from offshore markets and due to end of year book squaring.
Daily forex forecast - 31/12/2010
A strong basket of US economic data overnight has led to further movement away from the safe-haven Greenback and into high-yielding assets such as our Australian Dollar.
Perth’s Taj Mahal mansion up for sale
Western Australia’s so-called Taj-Mahal-on-the-Swan, a mansion built by well-known entrepreneur, Pankaj Oswal, may possibly be up for sale after financial difficulties put Oswal’s fertilizer company in receivership.
BHP forecasts growth on its petrol division, guns for possible acquisitions
Giant global resource firm BHP Billiton Ltd is aiming to sustain the remarkable growth seen on its petroleum division over the past year and prowling the market for possible acquisition target is its way of further ramping up production outlook for some years ahead.
Jetstar to further grow Asia-Pacific business
Qantas Airways Ltd's (ASX: QAN) budget airline Jetstar has hinted it could further expand in Singapore and New Zealand this year as it forecasts opportunities in the region to grow, The Australian reported.
Aust, Qld govts help flood-affected businesses
The Federal and Queensland state governments have announced extra assistance for small businesses and primary producers affected by the flood crisis.
Australian Stock Market Report - Midday
Trading volumes continue to be light on the local market.
World Market Overview
U.S. stocks extended their December run Wednesday, helped by energy stocks and a flagging dollar.
Australian Stock Market Report - Morning
There was no US economic data released overnight after the weekly mortgage applications index was delayed until next week. I
Daily forex forecast - 30/12/2010
An increase in risk appetite has seen the Australian dollar rally to fresh highs once again against the Greenback, reaching 1.0180 in the early hours of this morning.
Australian stocks close flat on thin holiday trade
The Australian share market emerged from the Christmas trading break to close flat.
Australian Stock Market Report - Closing
Local stocks closed flat on the first trading day after the Christmas break, with volumes once again low.
Porsche, Ferrari fast becoming new art of investments for the rich
Investors jittery of the volatile equity markets appear to increasingly train their attention on an unlikely but viable investment vehicle.
Property prices to rise by 5 percent in 2011
Property prices are expected to register a five percent growth by late next year predicts industry experts.
Extreme weathers in Queensland and NSW could rack up billions of losses
The downpours and flooding sweeping through the regions of Queensland and New South Wales would inevitably lead to losses that could cost the national economy some $7 billion, according to Australian economists.
Sara Lee to sell cleaning products business to Symex
Sara Lee Corp. (NYSE: SLE) said has agreed to sell its White King and Janola cleaning products business to Australia-based detergent maker Symex Holdings (ASX: SYM) for 37.9 million euros.
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