Business Weekend

One of the most experienced independent supermarket CEOs in the country reacts to the ACCC report, a deep dive into The Australian's Rich 250 list. Plus, Harry Triguboff reflects on his career and an economic warning ahead of the budget. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Westview plans $750m steel mill for Brisbane amid rising import concerns, beef exports and wine industry under threat from Donald Trump's potential tariffs. Plus, the managing director of Nickel Industries discusses miners under pressure. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The PM says Cyclone Alfred will impact the nation's economy, the government presses ahead with a March budget. Plus, Insurance Australia Group CEo Nick Hawkins on how the industry is preparing for flood claims.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australian Super CEO Paul Schroder joins the show as the super industry eyes $1 trillion investment in the US. Plus,  Alex Robson explains why Australia's productivity is one of the worst among developed nations. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

US President Donald Trump's tariffs threaten to disrupt world trade, this week the Reserve Bank makes its first interest rate decision for 2025. Plus, ANZ Bank's head of Asia Pacific Engagement Simon Birmingham joins the show. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Donald Trump kicks off a trade war with China which wastes no time slugging the U.S. with counter tariffs, WSJ reporter Lingling Wei explains. Plus, Woodside's CEO warns the east coast is running out of gas and U.S. firms end DEI hiring targets. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chinese AI DeepSeek shocks Silicon Valley and blows up the US AI monopoly, NextDC CEO Craig Scroggie explains why the new technology isn't a threat. Plus, Emirates President Tim Clark reacts to Boeing's shocker quarterly profit results. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President Donald Trump reveals $500 billion AI investment plan, IREN energy to expand bitcoin mining, Star Entertainment reports $8 million loss. Plus, Coopers Brewery boss Tim Cooper steps down.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Confidence starts to return to the investment banking sector as global interest rates start to fall, the estimated cost of Los Angeles wildfires soars above $250 billion. Plus, Paul Boxham on when the RBA will start cutting the cash rate. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Coalition reveals its nuclear plan and former ANSTO CEO Adrian Paterson explains why it's a game changer. Plus, hot economic data puts rate cuts on ice as Australia is stuck in an economic rut, and the sharemarket highs and lows of 2024. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Business leaders are calling out government policies holding the country back, economist Chris Richardson explains. Plus, hybrid securities to be banned, a potential growing crisis in the ASX, price cracks appear in the property market. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Summer is around the corner and business owners are feeling the heat when it comes to energy reliability. Gerry Harvey on the struggles of being publicly listed, Suncorp's new disaster centre. Plus, the fund that will save Rugby Union. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A February rate cut is looking more and more unlikely, Westpac's chief economist explains why the bank has pushed out its first cut forecast to May. Plus, BlueScope's CEO prepares for Trump 2.0, and the latest Aussie invention to take off.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Doctor Doom, the famous economist Nouriel Roubini reveals how the new Trump Administration could impact the Australian economy. Plus, ASIC's Chairman on new allegations against CBUS and Orica's CEO on the cost of making explosives. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Full analysis of Trump's historic re-election and the impact on global markets and our economy, Australia's bid to become a world leader on AI. Plus, NAB's CEO goes through the banks results. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WestPac Chief Economist Luci Ellis joins the show to analyse the latest inflation data, cyber risks loom ahead of the US election. Plus, global gold demand hits record US$100 billion. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WiseTech search for a new leader as its founder steps down as CEO, Wilson Asset Management celebrates 25 years, US election spooks investors. Plus, why property prices in Melbourne are falling behind and an analysis of a new cyber threat. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Big tech plows money into nuclear energy to feed power hungry A.I. Plus, $100 trillion is needed globally to modernise infrastructure,  strong unemployment figures push back rate cut forecasts and the latest shows coming to Foxtel. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Coles unveils a new warehouse in Western Sydney filled with high-tech robots. Plus, the upcoming US Presidential election is a major source of anxiety for many investors. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The RBA reprimands bankers as private briefings are leaked, the RBA's former economics chief John Simon explains why the bank needs to improve its communication strategy. Plus, insights into SPC's three-way merger with MD Robert Iervasi.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The ACCC attacks Coles and Woolies calling them an oligopoly, Soul Patts CEO on bailing Star Casino out. Plus, full analysis of how negative gearing changes would impact property prices and previewing the upcoming AGM season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The business community is fed up with populist attacks, BCA's Bran Black strikes back at all sides of politics. Plus, CEOs reveal what they're investing in and Webjet's CEO gives insight into the "fastest" demerger in Australian history. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

RBA reforms are in limbo after the Coalition pulls support, former RBA insider Peter Tulip weighs in as Labor looks to the Greens for support. Plus, small businesses face bankruptcy risks and key insights into the Crowdstrike outage. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As a rift grows between the Government and the RBA, Asset manager Geoff Wilson says the Government must leave the RBA alone. Plus, insights from the top ASX CEO's, the growing insolvency risks facing businesses and Microsoft's new A.I. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As reporting season ends, Australia's top CEO's join the program. Featuring BHP's Mike Henry, Wesfarmers' Rob Scott, Nine's Mike Sneesby, Woodside's Meg O'Neill and NextDC's Craig Scroggie. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.