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More than 1500 Queenslanders could lose their jobs as casualties of a heated dispute over a waterfront development in Brisbane. Queensland meatworks operation Australian Country Choice (ACC) announced it was considering moving its sizeable…

Surging demand and increasing supply costs will continue to push wine prices “through the roof”, industry experts say.Wine prices could continue to climb amid strong consumer demand, soaring grape costs and issues with supply, industry…

The tech sector dragged the ASX lower after Facebook’s owner delivered a disappointing result after Wall Street closed, but Nufarm was a stellar performer locally.The Australian sharemarket slid lower after the tech sector was hammered by…

The ASX jumped sharply after plunging to a 10-month low in the prior session, the first day in the green all week.Volatility continued to reign on the Australian sharemarket, which jumped sharply after plunging to a 10-month low in the…

The ASX crept into the green as energy producers Woodside and Santos booked record numbers, while gold miners shone brightly.The Australian sharemarket inched higher despite a negative US lead, with gold miners the star performers, while…

Wages are expected to finally grow faster than prices next year. Here’s a list of the jobs that will see the biggest increase.Wages are finally expected to grow faster than prices next year but there are som industries that will benefit…

Ongoing strength in commodity prices amid tight supply and sustained demand boosted resources stocks, propelling the ASX higher.The Australian sharemarket was in the green for the second straight day after a positive lead from Wall Street…

The top shares to get rich quick in 2022 have been revealed - and it’s great news for Aussies.A rebirthed and well-known toy store chain, a plus-sized women’s clothing group and a gold explorer are among this year’s top stock buying tips.…

A potential Russian invasion of Ukraine will likely propel the energy sector even higher, experts say, as it helps the ASX limit losses.The Australian sharemarket closed slightly lower after a weak lead from Wall Street, with most sectors…

Australia’s benchmark stock market index is up about 10.5 per cent for the calendar year to date. So how does it stack up against Wall Street?The Australian stock market has proven to be not just resilient during the pandemic, but…