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 Australian environment report paints grim picture: Key takeaways

Australian environment report paints grim picture: Key takeaways

July 22, 2022 05:21 PM AEST| By Manisha

Highlights,The latest government report on environment has highlighted a grim situation of Australia’s ecological system.,The report highlights how the intensity and frequency of extreme weather events such as floods, droughts, storms, heatwaves, and...

 What’s stoking Australian housing crisis and how can it be mitigated?

What’s stoking Australian housing crisis and how can it be mitigated?

July 20, 2022 01:45 PM AEST| By Toshiva Jain

Highlights,Rising interest rates could have a severe impact on the Australian property market.,Studies have observed that young investors are more affected by the tremendous rise in interest rates.,The federal and state authorities are considering in...

 What’s behind Australia’s vast gender pay gap and how can it be fixed?

What’s behind Australia’s vast gender pay gap and how can it be fixed?

July 19, 2022 01:45 PM AEST| By Toshiva Jain

Highlights,Gender discrimination is the leading driver of pay gap in Australia.,Women at the beginning of their career witness a pay difference of 6%, which grows threefold as they progress.,A combination of reformative policies is needed to fix the...

 BNPL service set to change in Australia - All you need to know

BNPL service set to change in Australia - All you need to know

July 18, 2022 03:47 PM AEST| By Akanksha Vashisht

Highlights,BNPL companies became consumer favourites during the pandemic when many individuals suffered from job losses and delayed payments.,BNPL service providers do not charge interest on loans and slip past the existing Consumer Credit Code.,The...

 Will RBA go for a bigger rate hike after strong jobs data?

Will RBA go for a bigger rate hike after strong jobs data?

July 17, 2022 08:00 AM AEST| By Akanksha Vashisht

Highlights,The ABS has reported that the June unemployment rate has dipped to 3.5%, a level unseen since August 1974.,The unemployment rate has dropped to a level much lower than the forecast presented by the Reserve Bank.,The RBA might continue its...

 Ten highest paid CEOs of ASX 200 companies

Ten highest paid CEOs of ASX 200 companies

July 15, 2022 04:42 PM AEST| By Akanksha Vashisht

Highlights,The ACSI has released the list of highest grossing Australian CEOs among ASX200 companies.,The highest grossing CEOs belong to Afterpay, a BNPL company that flourished exclusively during the pandemic.,The report by ACSI also stated that pa...

 Is inflation a political risk now?

Is inflation a political risk now?

July 14, 2022 01:59 PM AEST| By Akanksha Vashisht

Highlights,Inflationary pressures have shown no signs of slowing down, with economic growth stalling in the backdrop.,For long households and companies have been highly scared of high inflation as it can lead to the scary outcome of stagflation.,The...

 Flood relief payment: How to claim AU$1000 for disaster recovery

Flood relief payment: How to claim AU$1000 for disaster recovery

July 13, 2022 05:05 PM AEST| By Akanksha Vashisht

Highlights,Affected residents of NSW can claim the flood relief payments provided they fulfil the eligibility criteria.,The government has added six new local government areas to the list of existing LGAs.,The government has stated that sophisticated...

 Three top technologies taking healthcare by storm

Three top technologies taking healthcare by storm

July 11, 2022 02:57 PM AEST| By Aditi Sarkar

mRNA technology, neurotechnology, and healthcare wearables are some of the recent advances in the field of medical technology

 What are the challenges ahead for Australia’s energy transformation?

What are the challenges ahead for Australia’s energy transformation?

July 10, 2022 08:01 AM AEST| By Damini

AEMO plans to decarbonise Australia to align with the Paris agreement’s agenda. However, there are various challenges that Aussies face as the transition takes place.

 What's stoking Australia's workforce crisis in retail space?

What's stoking Australia's workforce crisis in retail space?

July 09, 2022 11:00 AM AEST| By Toshiva Jain

Highlights,Australia has been witnessing a consistent rise in labour shortage for the past three months.,The Australian Retailers Association has urged the government to intervene to help the retail sector runners recover from the current crisis.,It...

 How could a recession impact the housing market?

How could a recession impact the housing market?

July 09, 2022 08:01 AM AEST| By Damini

Fears of a recession hitting the US have impacted markets across the globe. Property auctions have declined as consumer and business confidence has been hit.

 How are rising interest rates affecting mortgages?

How are rising interest rates affecting mortgages?

July 07, 2022 12:54 PM AEST| By Toshiva Jain

Highlights,Inflation is expected to rise higher than expected earlier, as a result of which interest rates are likely to increase at a higher and faster pace in upcoming months.,Housing prices in some states have fallen in the last couple of months....

 Why is Australia facing severe floods & how does insurance work?

Why is Australia facing severe floods & how does insurance work?

July 06, 2022 05:40 PM AEST| By Toshiva Jain

Thousands of Aussies are seeking flood insurance as rising floods in the country are causing displacements.

 RBA hikes cash rate by 0.50% for 2nd time in a row

RBA hikes cash rate by 0.50% for 2nd time in a row

July 05, 2022 03:02 PM AEST| By Damini

The RBA expects inflation to peak later in 2022 and then decline back towards the 2-3% range next year. Inflation is likely to ease as commodity prices stabilise and global supply-side problems continue to ease.

 Will RBA raise cash rate by 0.50% for second consecutive time tomorrow?

Will RBA raise cash rate by 0.50% for second consecutive time tomorrow?

July 04, 2022 01:45 PM AEST| By Akanksha Vashisht

Highlights,The RBA is likely to deliver an interest rate hike of 50 basis points in its July monetary policy meeting.,The central bank seems to be making up for a lost time as it delayed its first interest rate hike in the face of rising prices.,Conf...

 Stagflation vs recession: Which is more detrimental to the economy?

Stagflation vs recession: Which is more detrimental to the economy?

July 03, 2022 11:00 AM AEST| By Akanksha Vashisht

Highlights,Stagflation and recession have become commonly used terms over the last few months.,These economic phenomena are associated with an economic slowdown, high unemployment, and rising inflation.,Stagflation can be a more worrisome event than...

 Are China’s trade sanctions on Australian goods unfair?

Are China’s trade sanctions on Australian goods unfair?

July 03, 2022 09:00 AM AEST| By Toshiva Jain

Anthony Albanese is willing to talk to Chinese officials to relieve China's sanctions on Australian exports. The Australian economy is suffering from economic losses because of souring relations with China.

 Five tips to purchase a property in seller’s market

Five tips to purchase a property in seller’s market

July 03, 2022 08:00 AM AEST| By Akanksha Vashisht

Highlights,Buying a house in a seller’s market can be tough due to several buyers for a limited number of properties.,If prices begin to decline, the buyer-side competition could increase even further in a seller’s market.,Managing finances, keeping...

 In what ways can you fight inflation?

In what ways can you fight inflation?

July 02, 2022 09:00 AM AEST| By Toshiva Jain

Glancing at clever ways Aussies are adapting to earn extra money in times of high inflation and rising mortgage rates.

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