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Rio Tinto on the hunt for new blood after CEO exit
The departure of Rio Tinto’s CEO has initiated a worldwide effort to find a successor, reflecting the company’s need to maintain leadership stability and support its ongoing financ...
Read Full Article →Australia’s inconvenient truth: Are we really in mortgage stress?
Although interest rates have recently decreased, many Australian homeowners have not adjusted their repayments, indicating a complex financial situation that challenges common assu...
Read Full Article →Shein and Temu are in the world’s crosshairs
The growing presence of Chinese e-commerce platforms like Shein and Temu is prompting multiple countries, including Australia, to reconsider trade policies due to their impact on l...
Read Full Article →ASX set to fall, Wall Street slumps as retailers wobble; Bitcoin hits record
Rising Treasury yields and uncertain earnings reports from major retailers are putting downward pressure on US stock markets, while Bitcoin reaches a new all-time high amid the mar...
Read Full Article →Strickland expands WA gold hunt for fresh intrusive-related targets
Strickland Metals’ extension of its gravity survey in Western Australia aims to identify additional intrusion-related gold prospects, potentially enhancing the company’s asset base...
Read Full Article →Aurum’s stellar run of gold hits continues in Cote d’Ivoire
Aurum Resources’ ongoing exploration success at its Boundiali project in Cote d’Ivoire suggests promising potential for increased asset value and future revenue generation based on...
Read Full Article →ASX set to rise, Wall Street slides; Musk commits to leading Tesla
Despite a decline in US stock markets following a recent strong recovery, Australian shares are expected to experience growth, while Elon Musk confirms his ongoing leadership role...
Read Full Article →Aguia drill rigs roll in Colombia to chase gold bonanza
Aguia Resources has commenced drilling at its Colombian site aiming to identify significant gold deposits that could enhance the company’s asset value and support future resource e...
Read Full Article →Advance to follow up high-grade Vic gold hits with 10 drill holes
Advance Metals plans to continue exploring promising areas by adding ten new drill holes following positive results from their recent eight-hole gold drilling program.
Read Full Article →There is something strange afoot at Australia’s biggest bank, and experts are stumped
Despite expert warnings that Commonwealth Bank may be overvalued, investor interest remains subdued, raising questions about the potential risks and future impact on the bank’s fin...
Read Full Article →Investors are chilled now, but Trump’s tariffs and debt will test them
The recent Moody’s downgrade and ongoing concerns about tariffs and national debt may pose challenges for financial markets, signaling potential risks that investors should careful...
Read Full Article →CBS News chief forced out amid tensions with Trump
The departure of Wendy McMahon from CBS News occurs as Paramount faces ongoing negotiations to resolve a $20 billion lawsuit filed by former President Trump, potentially impacting...
Read Full Article →Our super funds are good at making money but face a rising challenge
Superannuation funds generate strong returns for members but must address increasing legal scrutiny and cyber threats to maintain financial stability and protect investor interests...
Read Full Article →ASX set to rise on RBA day, Wall Street erases losses; $A stronger
Markets in Australia are expected to gain as investors react to Federal Reserve developments, while global financial assets show mixed movements amid ongoing concerns about US debt...
Read Full Article →Why are Argonaut, RCF and Acorn small-cap funds all punting Pacgold?
Several small-cap fund managers, including Argonaut, RCF, and Acorn, have invested in Pacgold Resources due to its extensive gold system in Queensland, which offers promising poten...
Read Full Article →Qantas judge’s corporate tip: ‘Don’t play us for fools’
The judge overseeing Qantas’s case is expected to impose a substantial penalty for the unlawful dismissal of over 1800 employees, reflecting the serious financial consequences for...
Read Full Article →EV Resources jags profit from US antimony project sale
EV Resources generated a financial gain by transferring ownership of its US antimony asset to Trigg Minerals, receiving a combination of cash and equity valued at $450,000.
Read Full Article →TMK gets set for coal seam gas as ex-Sino exec joins board
TMK Energy’s strategic shift toward coal seam gas in Mongolia is supported by the addition of an experienced industry leader, potentially enhancing its market position and future r...
Read Full Article →Huge drill hits double La Verde copper-gold footprint for Hot Chili
Recent drilling results at Hot Chili’s La Verde site in Chile have significantly expanded the area of near-surface copper-gold mineralization, potentially enhancing the project's o...
Read Full Article →Asset sale and options cash fund Dateline US gold project study
Dateline Resources secured financing for a feasibility study at its US gold project through recent asset disposals and option conversions, while also planning rare earths explorati...
Read Full Article →Domino’s Australia boss abruptly resigns after nine months
The unexpected departure of the Domino’s Australia leader after less than a year may impact the company’s strategic direction and financial performance in the region moving forward...
Read Full Article →Kaiser builds gold armoury with producing Tassie mine
Kaiser Reef’s acquisition of the Henty gold mine in Tasmania, secured through a $31.6 million upfront payment, is expected to enhance its resource portfolio and potentially increas...
Read Full Article →ASX to dip as markets react to surprise US credit downgrade
The anticipated decline in the Australian stock market reflects global investor concerns following the unexpected reduction of the United States' sovereign credit rating by a major...
Read Full Article →The world does not owe Trump’s America a living
Donald Trump’s aggressive economic policies are placing substantial pressure on international markets, potentially disrupting trade relationships and causing financial uncertainty...
Read Full Article →The $23 billion question: Can our banks sustain their rivers of gold?
Investors value the steady income from bank dividends, yet analysts warn that sustaining these payouts may become increasingly difficult as financial pressures mount within the ind...
Read Full Article →TMK de-risks, pivots from WA to focus on Mongolian coal seam gas
TMK Energy's decision to sell its stake in the Western Australia offshore project for a deferred $1 million reduces exposure to that area while reallocating resources toward coal s...
Read Full Article →Larvotto adds tungsten to NSW gold, antimony play
The identification of tungsten within Larvotto Resources' Hillgrove project in NSW may enhance the overall economic potential by introducing an additional commodity for revenue gen...
Read Full Article →‘Conflict of interest’ claim over new double ministry of sport, communication
Combining the sport and communications departments under a single minister may impact regulatory decisions, potentially slowing efforts to restrict gambling advertisements targeted...
Read Full Article →Empire bolsters Beetaloo NT gas ambitions with $28M raise
Empire Energy’s recent capital injection of $28 million is intended to advance development efforts for its innovative gas pilot initiative within the extensive Beetaloo Basin regio...
Read Full Article →Operation Elon: The Aussie who made $820m selling her Tesla shares
An Australian investor generated substantial profit by strategically divesting a significant portion of Tesla stock amid the company’s turbulent public controversies and leadership...
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