Qantas flies away from reputational hit, forecasting profits of $1.3 billion and record loyalty earnings
Qantas believes the worst of its troubles have passed, saying flight cancellations and baggage mishandling rates are tumbling after a torrid quarter of grounded services and business customer complaints.
Pepsi turns inflation pain into company gain as higher prices cause its profits to froth over
Who suffers in a time of inflation? Does business eat some pain or pass it on to consumers?
Who is actually working from home, and where do they live?
COVID-19 lockdowns brought about a huge change in how we work. Or that's what we thought.
Governments are freaking out financial markets, and it could derail Australia’s budget
The Bank of England has once again needed to intervene in the UK and financial markets everywhere are skittish and lack confidence in governments.
Is it a good idea to buy stocks this October? Measuring the ‘Halloween effect’
The upcoming spooky season is not only a favourite time for most kids (and a few adults), but also for share markets due to what’s been called the 'Halloween effect'.
The number of Aussies working in distilleries has exploded by 240% but taxes are limiting growth
Employment in the spirit manufacturing industry is up 240%. Some distillers weigh in on what is still holding the local industry back.
Why crypto regulation will benefit the whole industry, not stifle its innovation
As crypto assets start to become household names, it's necessary to make sure that consumers are well informed on where they place their trust and finances, writes Block Earner co-founder and CEO Charlie Karaboga.
“I ran it past my dad”: Aussie YouTuber claims $400 video game weapon is a tax write-off
YouTuber elmaxo spent hundreds of dollars on a 'collector's phlogistinator' for a video and believes the ATO should accept it as a work expense.
UK-based Frasers Group buys collapsed footwear retailer Sneakerboy
It is understood Frasers Group will retain Sneakerboy’s staff and assume employee entitlements, but will not take on any other liabilities from the business.
Australian fintech unicorn Airwallex retains $8.8 billion valuation after new $159 million funding round
Australian fintech Airwallex has secured a new US$100 million ($159.6 million) funding round to power its international growth, but trying market conditions have kept the company from advancing on its $5.5 billion valuation.
ATO ‘influencer tax’ crackdown on celebrity endorsements
A draft ruling from the ATO could significantly change how famous entertainers, sports people, and influencers profit from their fame.
Employment, work hours and wage rate driving a “motherhood penalty” for women, says Treasury
A federal Treasury paper published last week said women get a “motherhood penalty” — their earnings are reduced by more than half for the first five years of being a parent.