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The RBA has defied the expectations of economists, the market and brokers by keeping rates on hold at 3.85%, Australian Defence Companies are hoping to benefit from increased military spending in Europe and tips for small business owners to ensure they are wage compliant. 

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The RBA is becoming more transparent under new leadership. Trump's trade war continues causing uncertainty. Defense and tech remain attractive sectors, while education stocks face headwinds.

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Wage compliance issues can cost small businesses big, but technology is making it easier and more affordable than ever to stay on top of payroll obligations.

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What benefit would an increase of Australian defence spending bring to the nation's defence manufacturing industry?

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The RBA has decided to keep rates on hold at 3.85%, prolonging further relief for mortgage holders

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The Reserve Bank keeps rates on hold, Markets close flat following the RBA's decision and Aldi partners with DoorDash to launch online shopping delivery service

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Trump announces that countries will have until August 1st until his new tariffs kick in, economists expect a rate drop at tomorrow's RBA meeting, people are going cold at home because they don’t want a big electricity bill, and should we be doing more to teach our kids about money.

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How can we set our kids up for financial success when schools aren't teaching them money management?

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Trump's ceasefire between Israel and Iran leads to falling oil prices, and rising investor confidence. But is a larger economic storm brewing?

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Feeling the freeze? How are Aussies are coping with soaring energy costs this winter?

With power prices skyrocketing, heat rationing is on the rise. Scoot talks to Sophie Ryan from iSelect about clever ways to stay warm without cranking up the heater.

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Countries will have until August 1st before the US introduces their new tariffs, economists expect a consecutive rate drop tomorrow from the RBA, Could the winter holidays be the best time to teach your kids about money and finance?

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Donald Trump to start sending out letters, with not all trade deals to get done by the July 9 deadline. 

PM Albanese sets out his next three years of economic hopes and wishes.

And the ASX finishes the week in uncharted waters.

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ASIC warns super customers around pushy sales tactics; GemLife hits the ASX as the next big IPO; class action launched against AMP Superannuation; meat prices in restaurants not flowing through to beef producers; Tony Sycamore joins us for the Market Wrap; and Deb Knight hosts her final edition of Money News

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While the price of a good steak can climb up to $350 in top restaurants, only a sliver of that actually makes its way to farmers.

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US rates could be cut sooner than expected, depending on results out of the Non-Farm Payrolls this week.

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ASIC is warning consumers to be aware of pushy sales tactics that offer superannuation deals that are too good to be true.

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The ASX dropped, then fought back, as a big player in retirement living stretched its legs on the ASX.

This will be Deb Knight's last edition of the Market Wrap podcast, with Scott Haywood and Evan Lucas to pick up hosting duties in the weeks to come. The team at Money News wish her all the best for the future!

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The ASX reaches another all time record high close; Australians suffering from ‘blind spots’ on their financial affairs; the One Big Beautiful Bill Act passes US Senate; super funds outpace the Australian share markets; retail sales give hint to rate cuts; Qantas suffers cyber attack; the banks team up for a new processing system; and Grady Wulff joins us for the Market Wrap.

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The banks have teamed up to help cybersecurity concerns, with $100 million invested into a new “Confirmation of Payee” system.

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Domino’s is on the hunt for a new CEO, with the pandemic darling seeing its share price plunge again today.

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Even with volatility enveloping every corner of the market in the last six months, many super funds were able to use US investments to outperform the ASX.

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The ASX closed down just a single point to 8,541, despite strong gains in the morning after Wall Street closed higher across major markets

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The ASX 200 reached a new record high close as retail figures increased the likelihood of a rate cut by the RBA when it meets next week.

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New figures from property data researchers Cotality, show Australia's property prices have jumped to another record high in June, marking a fifth straight month of price growth

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Best ways to start a small business this financial year, amidst significant challenges in domestic and global politics 

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The new financial year starts; Sally McManus pushes back on super changes; Donald Trump tries to sell rice to Japan; Australian property prices keep rising; outlook for insurers looking promising; looking ahead on how to start your own small business; and Evan Lucas joins us for the Market Wrap.

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The 2024-25 Financial year comes to an end with the ASX up 10%; the US gets closer to trade deals; a company driving medical innovation hits the ASX; the ACCC goes after Bupa; James Hardie gets its takeover target; investors turn to private credit; Netflix taking up more of our TV time; and Adam Dawes joins us for the Market Wrap

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Investors are being urged to consider private credit in the next financial year, following an increase of options for individuals

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Australia’s record of medical innovation continues to grow, with a new company listing on the ASX with excitement around its regenerative products.

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The ASX 200 closed the financial year with another positive day, as news around US trade deals looks encouraging.

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After a year dominated by trade tensions, a deal between the US and China looks to be done.

Australians continue to fear the taxman – but should we turn to AI and social media to get our EOFY tasks done?

And the ASX takes a nose dive after the open to finish in the red for the week.

Interview with Angad Soin, Xero's Managing Director ANZ and Global Chief Strategy Officer

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In what’s becoming a very cold winter, the Salvos are again asking for assistance for their Red Shield Appeal.

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World Micro, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises Day is upon us again! So how will you celebrate?

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With Australian healthcare companies performing strongly, do we still need to look overseas for bigger markets?

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SunRice is a name you’d often see on the shelf, but expansion overseas and into markets like pet & convenience foods has helped the company grow its FY25 profits.

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The ASX 200 lost 0.1%, dragged down by the tech sector which was digesting the news of Xero's $3.8 billion play.

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As we continue our quest to sort your finances before the end of the financial year, tonight we look at superannuation concessions.

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A significant order for defence industry company Droneshield saw it rocket on the market today.

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Australian inflation drops unexpectedly to 2.1%, prompting calls for rate cuts sooner; a slowdown in Chinese EV production; Xero makes a big purchase; sorting your super before EOFY; Aldi still reigns supreme as the cheapest supermarket; and Carl Capolingua joins us for the Market Wrap.

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Australia’s inflation rate has dropped to 2.1% for the 12 months to May, putting the chance of a rate cut in July on the table.

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A fall in fruit & housing prices saw a shock monthly inflation result, which sets the tone for the Reserve Bank to cut rates sooner than expected.

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Markets breathe a sigh of relief as ceasefire talk drops the oil price; Virgin relists on the ASX; NSW & Qld state budgets drop with more debt & deficit; KFC loves teen customers; the outlook for small businesses as the new financial year closes in; and Henry Jennings joins us for the Market Wrap.

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The business outlook continues to be hampered by economic conditions, but with the new financial year just around the corner, the tides might be shifting.

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Virgin has successfully re-listed on the ASX, but will this IPO bring more companies towards listing on the market again?

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State budgets have been consumed with infrastructure spending, sending them into deficit and paying off large debts.

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The ASX gained 1% in trade after news of a ceasefire between Iran and Israel sent a wave of confidence through the market.

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The markets wait for any news out of Iran following an attack by the US; the oil price spikes; looking at the defence stocks that may benefit; the rise of the ‘infinite workday’; Australia Post to raise prices; Metcash loses sales of tobacco; how to save $7000 this end of financial year; and Di Colledge joins us for the Market Wrap

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Most of us who hold serious assets should get up to date with our wills, with the End of Financial Year the perfect opportunity.

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Metcash – the largest operator of IGA stores – has said the illegal tobacco trade is hurting its bottom line.

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The threat of war has hurt global markets, but it doesn’t always have to mean a loss, especially if you’re invested in defence industry products.

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A US attack on Iran has put markets on edge, with the ASX closing lower again on the threat of war.

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Exiting politics and straight into the banking lobby – Simon Birmingham gets a new gig.

Missing out on a face-to-face meeting with the US, does Anthony Albanese now turn to other markets on trade?

It could affect your credit score under new laws, so should we be more wary of BNPL services?

Lacking action all week, the ASX 200 finishes Friday trade in the red.

Interviews with Leigh Howard, Asialink Business CEO & Carrie Cheung, Head of Insights at Equifax

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Australia’s unemployment rate steady at 4.1%; the US Fed keeps interest rates on hold; the salaries of top CEOs revealed; Trump’s tariffs hit the auto sector; preparing your will around the end of financial year; ratings surveys put Kyle & Jackie O’s Melbourne adventure at risk; and Tony Sycamore joins us for the Market Wrap

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Another weak set of radio ratings figures have put the pressure on the existence of Kyle & Jackie O in the Melbourne market.

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Most of us who hold serious assets should get up to date with our wills, with the End of Financial Year the perfect opportunity.

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The US Fed has kept interest rates on hold, so will investors look towards safety in the Australian banks while unrest continues?

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Australia’s unemployment rate held steady at 4.1%, but is there a case now for the RBA to cut interest rates again?

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A steady unemployment rate was expected, but with work shifting away from the government sector, it could be up to the RBA to cut interest rates to stimulate private business.

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Jim Chalmers outlines his tax reform vision for the second term of the Labor government; the business of sport attracts even more money; Amazon’s boss fires a warning shot at white collar workers; uranium stocks get a boost; preparing for EOFY sales; ‘skinfluencers’ rise in popularity; and Grady Wulff joins us for the Market Wrap.

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As End of Financial Year sales approach, should we be looking at this as an opportunity to spend, or is it a trap?!

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Sports are a big business in Australia, but with a new team coming to Tasmania, will the spending give the economy a boost?

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Uranium stocks have benefited from increased demand for the nuclear energy push around the world.

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The market is still flooded with uncertainty, with no wild swings up or down this week, but good news on the uranium front has helped a couple of companies really outperform the rest of the ASX.

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Australians will spend $1.1 billion on the outlay for their football teams in the annual State of Origin contest.

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Droneshield’s share price has exploded so far this year, so does the threat of war help their outlook?

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With conflict escalating in the Middle East, could we see a repeat of 2022’s global inflation wave as the oil price rises?

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Escalating conflict in the Middle East puts oil prices again in the headlines; Donald Trump’s new phone; Australia Post delivers new parcel depots; changes for small businesses on the radar for July 1; Australians spend up big on the State of Origin; and Evan Lucas joins us for the Market Wrap

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The Australian share market was awash with uncertainty as the conflict between Israel & Iran continued to intensify.

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Attacks in the Middle East see commodities such as gold & oil jump; the PM heads to the G7 to meet with Donald Trump on tariffs; Amazon pledges $20b to Australian data centres; the government looks to boost productivity; the $30b bid for Santos; ASX Ltd faces the music from ASIC; the costs of seeing health specialists forcing patients into difficult choice; and Adam Dawes joins us for the Market Wrap

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New research has shown Australians are being forced between two tough options – get much-needed healthcare or save your money.

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Santos has been hit with a $30 billion takeover bid from the UAE’s ADNOC. Is this the push the Australian energy sector needed?

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Australia has its first Productivity Minister, but will this appointment, and an industry & union summit do anything to solve the problem?

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Santos has seen its shares rocket 11% after confirmation of a non-binding bid for the company worth $30 billion by Emirati giant ADNOC.

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An attack by Israel on Iran, and subsequent retaliations are set to play havoc with the oil market, with the commodity jumping as high as 13% at one point.

Will Australians pay more at the fuel pump following these attacks?

And the ASX ends the week on a sour note, even with new records achieved over the last few days.

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Federal Budget faces a hit from increased defence and NDIS spending; household budgets get a welcome round of relief; English football revenue grows; Donald Trump’s tariff call hurts markets; women’s health & menopause treatment an untapped market; and Scott Phillips joins us for the Market Wrap.

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The women’s health market, including services for menopause, is worth up to $600 billion but has been largely untapped at this point.

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With consumers in the United States really starting to feel the pinch of tariffs, luxury goods retailers like Cettire could see the pain on their balance sheets sooner rather than later.

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Household spending is showing better signs, with consumers using energy rebates and tax cuts to spend on restaurants, food delivery, cinemas and travel.

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Tariff fears again drove the market, with the ASX unable to get more records after the US President spoke out.

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With Amazon launching a marketplace offering, could Wesfarmers, Harvey Norman and JB Hi-Fi be shaking in their boots?

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With Gen Z entering the workforce in greater numbers, the demands for what makes a great employer is now changing.

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The ASX resets its record high; the US & China get closer to a trade truce; Qantas ends its JetstarAsia arm; Nintendo makes bank with its Switch 2 launch; cryptocurrency in demand as regulation gets closer; Gen Z workforce entry changes demands from employers; and Carl Capolingua joins us for the Market Wrap.

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Cryptocurrency is getting widespread appeal, with several regulatory measures starting to come in across the world—what does this mean for Australians?

Deb is joined by CEO and Founder of UpTrade, Jeff Zylstra, to discuss the latest in the world of crypto.

UpTradeis Australia's leading dedicated crypto brokerage, offering tailored 24/7 support, access to over 500 digital assets, and in-depth market research to empower your financial journey.

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The aviation sector is abuzz, with Qantas cutting its Asian arm, Virgin is gearing up for an IPO, while Rex could have a new buyer and relist on the ASX soon.

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Qantas will end its Jetstar Asia offering, refolding its 13 aircraft back into its network, with 500 jobs to be lost.

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The ASX hits an all-time record high; the US & China get down to talks in London; Anthony Albanese opens up his second term by calling for a productivity summit; Monash IVF has second embryo transfer problem; AI use become popular in small business; and Henry Jennings joins us for the Market Wrap.

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While artificial intelligence is the rage everywhere, small businesses are using practical applications of the new tech to save money and time.

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The Australian share market hit an all-time high, even with fears about tariffs and political instability hitting the market

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Anthony Albanese will look to boost productivity, starting with a roundtable of industry leaders & unions. So what’s the key to unlocking economic growth?

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The ASX climbed to its all time high finished, buoyed by the news that the US and China were on speaking terms again.

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With the property market set to take off again through the back half of 2025, how can you get involved to see passive investment ticking off your financial goals?

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Despite the turmoil on markets this year, the ASX is still more than 4% higher approaching the midpoint of the year.

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The US descends into chaos, as talks set to resume with China over tariffs; former Business Council CEO honoured; tech giants push for energy storage; ASX having a good year; passive investing in property; and with the ASX closed, Elio D’Amato talks to us about green investment in the Market Wrap

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Jennifer Westacott has been honoured for her service to business & education in the King’s Birthday awards.

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Just One Big Beautiful Bill was enough to split the bromance up between Elon Musk and Donald Trump, but will the fallout hurt Tesla shareholders even more? 

Trying to win your loyalty is the game for Telstra and Optus right now, but what do you value more – AI or coverage?

And the ASX ends the week in sight of new record highs. 

Tara Donnelly, Canstar Blue’s Utilities Editor.

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Trade surplus contracts as GDP needs a boost; beef producers surviving in the wake of tariffs & bad weather; winter fruits dropping in prices; DNA data up for auction; lithium gets some love; newsrooms expanding; Toys R Us goes under; and Tony Sycamore joins us for the Market Wrap

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