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There was a surprisingly big jump in retail sales of new energy vehicles (NEVS) in China in August to all time highs for a month. NEV sales jumped to a record 716,000 units in August, surpassing the 700,000-unit mark for the first time. After July’s sales figures slid from June’s record high, some commentators wondered […]

US and Chinese economic data will dominate the coming week, oh, and so will Apple and its new iPhone, not to mention the health of the Australian jobs market. Our August jobs data (out on Thursday) here is expected to show a 15,000 gain in employment after the 14,600 fall in July with unemployment steady

The US market closed slightly higher on Friday but overall finished the week lower as concerns resurfaced that the Federal Reserve may raise rates more than previously expected. Recent economic data, including lower-than-expected initial jobless claims, have reignited rate hike fears and concerns that the Federal Reserve may have more work ahead. The S&P 500

Apple’s much-anticipated annual launch event is just around the corner, and tech enthusiasts worldwide are on the edge of their seats. Set to take place at Apple’s headquarters in Cupertino, California, this event is considered one of the most significant in the tech industry. It’s expected to unveil a slew of new hardware, including the

The ongoing surge in petrol prices is causing significant concerns for businesses and households across Australia, with Sea Legs Brewery’s general manager, Declan Roche, highlighting the increasing costs of delivering their beer to customers in Brisbane. Over the past fortnight, petrol prices have soared to more than $2 a litre in various parts of Australia,

In the wake of Fortescue’s announcement that its clean power projects would yield only half the returns of its iron ore developments, questions loomed large during investor briefings led by Fortescue boss Mark Hutchinson over the past two weeks. Investors clamored to understand how the company could advocate for fair competition among its mining and

The highly anticipated August Consumer Price Index (CPI) report from the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics is set to be released on Wednesday and economists and strategists are closely watching for signs of inflation trends. With inflation being a key economic indicator and a subject of intense scrutiny in recent months, these expert opinions

Matthew Strotton – Executive Director, Head of Real Estate – RAM Essential Services Property Fund (ASX:REP) is an Australian Real Estate Investment Trust which invests in high quality Australian medical and essential retail real estate assets, leased to essential services tenants. 

Dr James Garner – Managing Director – Antisense Therapeutics (ASX:ANP) is a biotechnology company, developing and commercialising Antisense pharmaceuticals for large unmet markets in rare diseases.

Jonathan Fisher – CEO – Cauldron Energy (ASX:CXU) is a mineral exploration and resource development company, focused on minerals supporting the clean energy transition.