Australia
Australia unemployment stays low at 4.1%, full-time jobs jump
Markets now imply around a 77 per cent chance the RBA will raise its policy interest rate by another 25 basis points to 4.10 per cent in May
7-Eleven bets on Australian stores to show it can grow globally
The Japanese convenience-store is aiming for 1,000 outlets in Australia by 2030
Santos to cut 10% jobs as growth projects near end, annual profit misses estimates
The gas producer did not provide any further details on the cuts
Australia M&A sparks to life with A$11.7 billion Macquarie-Qube deal
Data shows that the country’s M&A volume is up 18% in the year to date from the same period in 2025
Australia’s central bank will raise rates again if inflation becomes entrenched, governor says
[SYDNEY] Australia’s central bank will raise rates again if inflation becomes entrenched, its governor said on Thursday, having just delivered the first rate rise in two years last week.
Australia’s rental affordability hits record low: property consultancy Cotality
Households renting spent a record-high average of 33.4% of their pre-tax income to keep a roof over their head in Q3
Commonwealth Bank’s H1 earnings hit record on market share gains, shares surge
It has been the standout performer of Australia’s Big Four banks in the past year
Australia central bank again warns inflation is too high
[SYDNEY] A top Australian central banker said on Wednesday inflation was too high and policy makers were committed to doing whatever was necessary to bring it to heel.
Australia asks for meeting with Roblox after grooming, content complaints
The company could be fined up to A$49.5 million (S$44.3 million) if it doesn’t comply with the country’s online child protection laws
Australia places tariff on Chinese steel frames, citing dumping
The move risks escalating trade tensions with China
