Business Now with Ross Greenwood

US Federal Reserve's Jerome Powell says no rate rises are on the way but cuts are not either, full analysis with economists Craig James and Paul Sheard. Plus, activist investor Geoff Wilson reveals his concerns with dividend tax changes.

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CEDA says the government should be enabling net zero projects, not just funding them. Plus, data breaches are on the rise as Qantas loses control of its app, the Japanese yen continues to struggle, and Australia's first $200 million home.

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As retail sales fell in March, Commonwealth Bank's Gareth Aird explains how this changes the outlook for interest rates.  Plus, discount airline Bonza collapses into administration, and the government invests a billion dollars in quantum computing.

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One of Australia's top economists, Warren Hogan, defends his forecast for three rate hikes this year. Plus, full analysis of BHP's takeover bid for Anglo American, The Star sacks its chairman, and auction clearance rates continue to rise.

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Anglo American rejects BHP's $60 billion takeover offer, saying it undervalues the company. Plus, the federal budget surplus is tipped to hit $20 billion, renters squeezed by an extra $50 per week, and Microsoft and Alphabet report earnings.

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A new lobby group for food manufacturers launches with the goal to help Aussie producers sell their products overseas, BHP lobs a takeover bid at miner Anglo American. Plus, Adobe adds new AI technology to Photoshop, and Meta shares bomb.

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Woodside Energy's annual general meeting descends into disarray as protestors start singing and dancing, inflation comes in hotter than expected, Tesla shares surge despite reporting a fall in revenue. Plus, Star's ex-CEO faces the inquiry.

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Woodside Chairman Richard Goyder faces calls to step down as superfunds reveal they'll vote against his re-election tomorrow. Plus, Deloitte's quarterly economic analysis, gold falls as tensions ease and Crown Casino scores a big win.

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ANZ's Head of Australian Economics explains the latest unemployment data and what it means for interest rates. Plus, Swyftx explains the upcoming Bitcoin halving, EV charger maker Tritium collapses and this week's hottest auctions.

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6,600 workers lose their jobs in March as the unemployment rate rises to 3.8%. Plus, Bonza calls in restructuring experts, ASIC warns insolvencies are rising and an in-depth analysis of what went wrong at chemical manufacturer Qenos.

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The sharemarket fails to recover after a two-day rout, stock picker Adam Dawes explains why. Plus, AMP's Diana Mousina reveals which central bank she thinks will cut rates first and 700 jobs are at risk at Qenos as it collapses.

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Tensions in the Middle-East soar after Iran launches drones and missiles against Israel, ANZ's Daniel Hynes explains why the conflict won't impact oil prices. Plus, unemployment forecast to rise and the second inquiry into The Star begins.

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ASIC Chair Joe Longo explains why the watchdog launched civil proceedings against blockchain mining company NGS Crypto. Plus, sharemarkets teeter close to record highs, auctions ramp up across the country and petrol prices jump.

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Shadow Treasurer Angus Taylor responds to the PM's 'Future Made in Australia' plan. Plus, a hotter than expected inflation rate in the US dashes hopes of global rates cuts, and gold bounces back after a shaky trading session.

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The Treasurer gives new merger and acquisition powers to the competition watchdog, ACCC Chair Gina Cass-Gottlieb joins the program. Plus, the case for employees to own shares in the business they work for, and the RBNZ holds the cash rate.

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Business Council's Bran Black reveals more multinational companies are choosing to invest overseas than in Australia. Plus, NAB's Chief Economist Alan Oster explains why business confidence remains low, and Blackstone eyes a skin-care brand.

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Qantas CEO Vanessa Hudson explains the latest changes to its Frequent Flyer program, farmers react to the suggestion of supermarkets being fined for bad conduct. Plus, the threat of rate hikes returns and the latest in the auction market.

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As wet weather lashes Australia's east coast, Rabobank's Stefan Vogel explains the impact on farmers. Plus, auctions pick up after the long weekend and Donald Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner sets his sights on developments in the Balkans.

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One of Australia's most astute investors is challenging Lendlease for its culture, Disney survives a board takeover. Plus, plastic maker Qenos teeters on the edge of shutting down, and the price of oil surges to a five month high.

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Trade Minister Don Farrell's first interview on Sky News after China lifted tariffs on the wine industry. Plus, population growth weighs heavily on the property sector, and Disney's boardroom showdown.

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As Bitcoin and Gold rallies towards all-time highs, JBWere's Sally Auld explains what is driving buyer sentiment. Plus, Commsec's Craig James explains the latest market moves and winemakers react to China easing tariffs.

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Taylor Swift concerts help lift retail spending in February to about $36 billion, Armaguard secures a funding lifeline from its owner Linfox. Plus, chocolate prices jump 9 per cent this Easter due to disruptions in the global cocoa market.

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Inflation for February remains steady, economist Warren Hogan joins to discuss what it means for the timing of interest rate moves. Plus, Tom Jensen on the impact of the Baltimore bridge collapse on the trade industry.

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Premier Investments splits off its kids stationery business Smiggle and the sleepwear chain Peter Alexander, Armaguard offered lifeline to keep cash afloat. Plus, Westpac Senior Economist Matthew Hassan on consumer confidence slumping again.

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The Star cleans out its senior management yet again as it struggles to hang onto its NSW casino licence. Plus, ASFA CEO Mary Delahunty explains why early super access will only make the housing crisis worse.

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Iron ore prices recover after positive data from China, commodity strategist Daniel Hynes reveals his forecasts for Australia's largest export. Plus, almost 4,000 properties head to auction this weekend and ASIC hunts down Dubber's ex-CEO.

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New unemployment data shocks economists, Economic Advisor Warren Hogan warns the RBA may not cut rates any time soon. Plus, the CEO of Soul Patts reveals the secret to doing well during market downturns and NZ falls into a recession again.

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Japanese yen drops to its lowest rate against the Aussie dollar in more than nine years. Plus, Paul Guerra explains why the Victorian government's push for a green energy transition has got businesses worried.  

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Full analysis of today's cash rate decision and RBA press conference with economist Sean Langcake and reporter Edward Boyd. Plus, the chair of the energy regulator announces the majority of households will see power bills go down.

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As the RBA begins its cash rate meeting, Challenger Chief Economist Jonathan Kearns says it's far too early for the reserve bank to start talking about rate cuts. Plus, Uber settles with the taxi industry for $272 million.

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Judge rules Aussie not Bitcoin creator, Russia election polls open in Siberia, rental vacancies plunge to record low. Plus, 3,204 auctions are scheduled for this weekend.

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Former Qantas executive Olivia Wirth becomes Myer's new boss, Rachel Waterhouse explains why her 'Executive Chair ' title is raising eyebrows. Plus, China plans to end tariffs on Australian wine, Mitchell Taylor joins to discuss.

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The boss of Australia's biggest independent supermarket chain weighs in on the inquiry into supermarkets and rejects price gouging accusations. Plus, business defaults surge to a record high, and Boeing's share price falls out of the sky.

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Consumer confidence shows the first signs of recovery, ANZ's Chief Economist Richard Yetsenga explains why. Plus, the nuclear power debate heats up, and the secret to building resilient data systems that can recover after a hack.

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Treasurer Jim Chalmers unveils his next wave of economic reform, Australia's annual GDP rises by 1.5 per cent in the December quarter. Plus, REA Group's Angus Moore analyses last week's real estate data.

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More women are becoming builders as the construction industry faces ongoing demands. Plus, Polestar joins Tesla and quits the FCAI, Westpac Chief Economist encourages a tax rethink and a sneak peak of this weekend's hottest auctions.

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ACCC Chair Gina Cass-Gottlieb lays out the regulator's priorities for the year, which targets supermarkets, airlines and scams. Plus, the government pledges to pay parents super during parental leave, and Tesla leaves the automotive chamber.

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As GDP growth falls to the slowest pace in 30 years, NAB's chief economist goes through all the data. Plus, Bitcoin briefly hits a new record high and the ATO cracks down on super being illegally funnelled out of self-managed superfunds.

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China adjusts its economic goals, but the new plan disappoints markets and analysts. Plus, NBN reveals a plan to boost speeds by 500 per cent and agricultural production is forecast to surge to $85 billion as farmers take advantage of better weather.

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Ross Greenwood takes a closer look at Meta cutting its media deals, falling business inventories shock the stock market. Plus, the CEO of Australia's newest bank joins the show, and the auction market maintains momentum as volumes ramp up.

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Tech firm Life360 enjoys a lift in share price despite reporting a $28M loss, CEO Chris Hulls joins the program. Plus, home prices surge in February, Meta says it won't renew the media bargaining agreement and the hottest wine collaboration.

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As speculators ask when the central banks will cut rates, bonds expert Jack McIntyre says rates need to stay high to break the back of inflation. Plus, Bitcoin rallies towards its all time high and a finfluencer gets bankrupted by ASIC.

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Fresh inflation data shocks economists as it comes in lower than expected, Bank of America Economist Micaela Fuchila unpacks the data. Plus, Flight Centre CEO Graham Turner reveals when airfares will get cheaper and Apple kills it's EV.

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Dicker Data CEO David Dicker joins the program as profit at the firm lifts 12.5% to $82 million. Plus, Australian Human Resources Institute CEO on the gender pay gap data, analysis of the latest profit results and NASA's lunar lander falls over.

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As Treasury reveals high wages growth is driving inflation, economist Warren Hogan says the RBA may have to lift rates instead of cutting them. Plus, NIB CEO Mark Fitzgibbon on the insurer's results and Grays gets in trouble with the ACCC.

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As the third week of reporting season ends, legendary stock picker Jun Bei Liu reveals the hottest ASX stock she has her eye on. Plus, Rio Tinto's CEO warns on industrial relations reform and shares of a small U.S. start-up go to the moon.

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Qantas profits fail to take off as airfares start to fall, Qantas CEO Vanessa Hudson reveals when the airliner may pay a dividend. Plus, Nvidia shocks the market and analysts as it's revenue triples and the latest ASX profit results.

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Woolworths CEO Brad Banducci announces he'll step down just days after a disastrous TV interview, governance expert Megan Motto explains what went wrong. Plus, economist Sean Langcake forecasts when the RBA will cut rates.

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As ANZ gets the greenlight to takeover Suncorp Bank, ACCC Chair Gina Cass-Gottlieb speaks exclusively to Ross Greenwood about the deal. Plus, BHP reviews the future of its nickel mines as bankrolled Indonesian miners flood the market.

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The PwC scandal widens as the Tax Practitioners Board reveals international partners may be involved, Liberal Senator Richard Colbeck weighs in on the so-called 'dirty six'. Plus, today's top profit results and the property market heats up.

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Kmart has posted record earnings in the half year amid the cost-of-living crisis. Poultry Inghams CEO joins the show and says the company has tripled its half year profit. Plus, almost 2,500 homes are scheduled to go under the hammer this weekend.

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Wesfarmers profit lifts to $1.42 billion, CEO Rob Scott reveals how maintaining low prices lead to the stellar result. Plus, unemployment jumps above 4 per cent for the first time in two years and Moody's warns company insolvencies are rising.

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Victoria experiences a massive power outage, former Snowy Hydro CEO Paul Broad explains how fragile the state's power network is. Plus, CEO Matt Comyn on Commonwealth Bank's profit records, and GrainCorp slashes guidance by over 50 per cent.

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Victoria is hit with a freak power outage as a collapsed transmission line trips the largest coal power station in the state. Plus, analysis of today's hottest profit results and consumer sentiment finally improves.

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The new HILDA survey shows people are more stressed out and households need two incomes to survive, professor Roger Wilkins goes through the data. Plus, AustralianSuper's Shawn Blackmore weighs in on the government's superannuation review.

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Reserve Bank Governor Michele Bullock appears before the economics committee in Canberra. Earning season begins with giants like AGL reporting their results this week. Plus, REA Group CEO Owen Wilson joins the show and speaks about tax policies.

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Reporting season kicks off as AGL, Mirvac, News Corp, and Transurban open their books. Plus, China pumps its share market but investor sentiment isn't improving and Uber's Australian boss on the upcoming changes to the gig economy.

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The $80 billion merger between Woodside and Santos falls through, Allan Gray's MD Simon Mawhinney explains why he's happy the deal got scrapped. Plus, CBA's Gareth Aird reveals his forecast for when the RBA will start cutting rates.

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The RBA holds a historic press conference as it works to become more transparent, economists Besa Deda and Warren Hogan react to the RBA holding rates and their changes to 2025 forecasts. Plus, China clamps down on its share market.

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Shadow Treasurer Angus Taylor weighs in Labor's changes to stage three tax cuts as the Treasury reveals how long they were working on the changes. Plus, the RBA is predicted to hold rates tomorrow and the auction market fires up in February.

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Australia's second largest port operator DP World has reached an agreement with the Maritime Union. Strong profit results from US tech giants Meta, Amazon and Apple. Plus, the property market starts to heat up again after the summer break.

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HSBC's chief economist says the RBA won't cut rates this year as momentum in inflation remains too high. Plus, Rystad Energy's LNG analyst Kaushal Ramesh reveals we're rapidly running out of gas and has the BNPL bubble finally popped?

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As inflation finally shows signs of slowing down, AMP's Diana Mousina reveals her RBA rate cut forecast. Plus, eToro's Josh Gilbert explains why US tech stocks are rallying as the ASX200 hits a new record high.

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Vacuum cleaner retailer Godfreys goes bust after 93 years in business, restructuring expert Ian Purchas reveals what went wrong. Plus, retailers struggle to make sales in December and Elon Musk announces a successful brain chip implant.

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As legendary developer Lang Walker passes away, Urban Taskforce's Tom Forrest explains what made the developer so successful. Plus, the economy shows signs of resilience, BHP faces a massive fine, and Evergrande is forced to liquidate.

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Which stocks will take off in 2024? SPDR ETF Investment Strategist Julia Lee reveals what she expects to see in the upcoming earnings season. Plus, property market analysis with REA's Cameron Kusher and the Treasurer defends tax cut changes.

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Stage 3 tax cut changes open up the risk of Australia becoming uncompetitive with the rest of the world, economist John Humphreys explains why. Plus, unaffordable insurance costs leave Queensland businesses exposed to Cyclone Kirrily.

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As the Government prepares to reveal changes to stage three tax cuts, CEDA Chief Economist Cassandra Winzar says income earners are bearing the brunt of taxation. Plus, another cyclone threatens Queensland leaving the insurance industry worried.

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As the government reveals the hacker behind the Medibank ransom attack, Cisco Australia's head of cybersecurity explains why the business community is falling behind on cybersecurity. Plus, the PM hints at changes to stage three tax cuts.

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BCA CEO Bran Black joins the program as businesses face high interest rates and IR challenges. Plus, the regional property boom has slowed, lithium and nickel miners suffer as prices plunge, and Canva seeks to sell shares off-market.

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DP World reveals it has a backlog of almost 44,000 containers as small businesses get caught up in the port pay dispute. Plus, academic Joe Siracusa on how Trump's Iowa win has impacted global markets and this week's top auctions.

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Unemployment rises by the largest amount since late 2021, CBA Economist Gareth Aird explains the figures. Plus, Grain Growers vent their frustration at the port dispute between DP World and Unions and a mango shortage looms.

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Qantas plunges in the annual brand rankings, branding expert Mark Crowe reveals which firm took out the top spot. Plus, Houthi attacks may lead to an oil supply crunch and ACCC Chair Gina Cass Gottlieb calls for mandatory merger inquiries.

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Exporters warn the dispute between DP World and the Maritime Union is hurting the entire industry. Plus, consumer sentiment plunges to 1990's recession lows and Australia's tourism industry rebounds from the impact of the pandemic.

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As a supply chain crisis looms, freight insider Paul Zalai warns the industry is facing death by a thousand cuts. Plus, the narrowing flight path for an economic soft landing, and rents skyrocket as vacancies remain at extreme lows.

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Central Banks hold interest rates triggering a market rally, bond market expert Stephen Miller reveals his RBA cash rate forecast. Plus, Tesla recalls two million vehicles over autopilot crashes and an infamous party house is up for sale.

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Unemployment slightly lifts, and the U.S. Fed holds rates, Capital Economist's Asia-Pacific Chief Marcel Thieliant goes through the data. Plus, allegations against Crown Casino's CEO overshadow reforms and the fine line of office dating.

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The Treasurer reveals the budget is highly likely to be in surplus, full analysis with legendary economist Warren Hogan. Plus, cyclone Jasper intensifies to a category two storm and the companies James Packer has put his money in.

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Farmers brace for cyclone Jasper to hit Far North Queensland, President of FNQ Growers reveals how locals are preparing. Plus, NAB Chief Economist's grim assessment of household budgets and the construction sector faces a labour shortage.

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Former ACCC Chair Allan Fels weighs in on the merger between Chemist Warehouse and Sigma Healthcare. Plus, Demographer Bernard Salt on the government's migration rethink and foreign property investors are hit with higher fees and penalties.

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Assistant Minister for Competition, Charities & Treasury Andrew Leigh weighs in on the Santos/Woodside mega merger and the supermarket price gouging inquiry. Plus, another massive weekend for auctions and McDonald's launches a new franchise.

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The Government prepares to pass its same job same pay legislation, CEO of the Minerals Council Tania Constable labels its economic vandalism. Plus, Perpetual brushes off a $3B bid from Soul Patts and the ATO puts small business on notice.

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The economy continues to slow down as households eat into their savings, full analysis with Westpac's Matt Hassan. Plus, Sir Richard Branson calls out the government on the airline competition and cybersecurity firms fall behind on AI.

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The RBA holds rate at 4.35% till February, ANZ-HSBC Chief Economist Paul Bloxham analyses the decision. Plus, Evolution mining acquires Northparkes for $720 million and foreign students in Australia reached an all-time high in September quarter.

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The ASX soars as investors bet the RBA won't lift rates anytime soon, economist Warren Hogan explains the RBA's predicament. Plus, Origin shareholders reject the latest takeover offer and the supermarket duopoly face a senate inquiry.

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Farmers are angry at the BOM for their El Nino forecast which caused livestock prices to crash, Rabobank's Ben Picton explains the details. Plus, property prices climb to record highs and the Cesi Qingdao is towed out of Gladstone port.

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 Authorities are scrambling to fix the Cesi Qingdao, the LNG tanker which is blocking the only gas terminal at Gladstone, JP Morgan's Kerry Craig on long-term forecasts. Plus, Elon Musk blows up at Disney and other boycotting advertisers.

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The war on inflation finally starts to show positive results and business groups ramp up the battle against industrial relations changes. Plus, 2013 Masters Champion Adam Scott on the financial state of the golf.

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Retail sales slowdown but the data doesn't include Black Friday sales, full analysis with Colliers National Director Michael Bate and BOFA Economist Micaela Fuchila. Plus, a familiar face turns up at the Hong Kong central bank event.

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As Cyber Monday wraps up a massive weekend of sales, Shopify Australia's Director reveals retail sales are up 22% compared to last year. Plus, The RBA appoints a new Deputy Governor and clearance rates wobble as interest rates catch up.

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As Black Friday sales begins, Amazon Australia's Country Manager Janet Menzies expects the event to smash all the records. Plus, Norco's CEO Michael Hampson on rebuilding the ice cream factory after last year's devastating floods.

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Brookfield lobs a new takeover bid at Origin as voting on the previous offer is cancelled, Shareholders Association CEO Rachel Waterhouse reveals what shareholders want to see in the new deal. Plus, the OpenAI saga continues.

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The government compromises and adds an amendment to its industrial relations bill, AIG's Innes Willox reveals struggling businesses are calling out for more help. Plus, Crypto exchange Binance admits terrorists used its services.

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Brickworks reveals it's timing its factory refurbishments with the slowing demand of bricks, Managing Director Lindsay Partridge explains. Plus, OpenAI investors threaten to sue the board as the company is on the edge of imploding.

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Optus CEO Kelly Bayer Rosmarin resigns after the mass outage two weeks ago, full analysis with telco expert Paul Budde. Plus, NAB's CEO heads to the bush to speak with rural customers and the Forrest's buy iconic hat brand Akubra.

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Optus CEO fronts a parliamentary inquiry after millions of customers faced an outage last week, Australia’s top business leaders were honoured by the CEO Magazine’s gala event in Sydney. Plus, Angus Moore joins the show to discuss this week’s auction and property data.

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The government reveals road and rail projects to be axed, unemployment rises, wages growth at highest level in 26 years. Plus, senior economist Matthew Hassan joins the show.

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Australia records its fastest wage growth ever in the September quarter. The Australian market surges to a four-week high. Plus, Life360 CEO Chris Hulls joins the show to discuss the company's massive revenue growth.

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Commonwealth Bank says its margins are under pressure due to fierce competition. Business confidence drops in October despite conditions remaining strong. Plus, a Patek Philippe watch set to sell for a record price at auction in Australia.

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