Business Weekend

Fuel prices ease as panic buying stops, RBA forecast to hike rates in May and warns of a stagflation nightmare. Plus, economic pressures likely to rise as the Middle East war is at risk of escalation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Iran becomes the next threat for western economies as the Strait of Hormuz is closed again, the International Monetary Fund warns of a global recession. Plus, the fuel crisis touches many different parts of the economy including pistachio farmers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

S&P Global Ratings claims the government's spending is at record levels, construction costs surge amid the Middle East crisis. Plus, can biofuels solve Australia's oil and gas problem? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Middle East conflict exposes fuel supply chain weakness, the government announces $2 billion Boyne Aluminium smelter bailout. Plus, farmers warned of fertiliser shortage due to the War in Iran. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fuel shortage forces a slowdown in Australia’s mining industry, Treasurer Jim Chalmers delivers an ambitious pre-budget speech. Plus, RBA Governor Michele Bullock warns of a recession risk. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Iranian attacks on ships in Hormuz slow oil supplies and threaten to cripple key Asian refineries, Australian tech company Atlassian lays off 1,600 people. Plus, the RBA is due to make a cash rate decision on Monday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Global markets have been shaken by the war in Iran as oil and gas prices surge, energy infrastructure is attacked and flights are grounded. Plus, a special defence industry panel joins the show to discuss Australia's sovereign capabilities. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trimmed mean inflation jumps to 3.4 per cent in January, the government considers changes to the property tax. Plus, Qantas' profit rises by 5.1 per cent, CEO Vanessa Hudson gives her thoughts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

US Supreme Court rejects President Donald Trump's tariffs, what does it mean for Australian exporters? Plus, BHP's Australia President Geraldine Slattery on its net profit surge. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

RBA Governor Michelle Bullock clashes with Nationals Senator Matt Canavan at Senate estimates, the central bank warns Australia's inflation is too high. Plus, the government mulls Capital Gains Tax reforms. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The RBA raises interest rate to 3.85 per cent as the economy faces structural issues, Australian Banking Association calls for the payments systems to be made fair. Plus, February ASX reporting season begins. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gold price crosses $US5,000 barrier, economists forecast the RBA to hike interest rates despite US Federal Reserve keeping it  on hold. Plus, why there's a sharp rise in the number of distressed ASX companies. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Economists forecast the RBA to hike interest rates, Australia-Israel Chamber of Commerce CEO Michelle Blum shines the spotlight on trade deals between the two nations. Plus, what's driving gold's value to record high prices? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BHP's Head of Americas Brandon Craig joins the show to discuss the rise in demand for Copper, AEMO lays out its energy transition plan. Plus, Uber launches a new healthcare service. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lack of productivity hinders Australia's economic growth, Shadow Treasurer Ted O'Brien joins to discuss. Plus, UNSW AI Institute Director Sue Keay analyses the government's newly announced AI strategy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Inflation rate rises to 3.8 per cent from 3.6 per cent, Australia's chief statistician Dr David Gruen explains why. Plus, inside nuclear medicine maker Cyclopharm as it eyes growth in the US market. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Markets reach an inflexion point due to concerns about the amount of money being spent for the future, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang explains if the investment will ever be repaid. Plus, airlines gear up for non-stop travel to every corner of the earth. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Liberals formally abandon net-zero by 2050 agenda, what does this mean for Australia's energy outlook? Plus, economists warn more interest rates are unlikely for near future. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The RBA flags rate cutting cycle likely over, gold price retreats from record high. Plus, NAB CEO Andrew Irvine joins the show as its full year profit falls to $6.76 billion.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

News Corporation launches a Back Australia campaign to empower consumers to make informed choices about goods. Plus, Australians take pride in their innovation as they keep up with global leaders. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The PM commits one and a half trillion dollars of Australian superannuation funds to America, NSW Treasurer Daniel Mookhey pitches for his state to be a preferred destination for investment. Plus, the US to impose sanctions on Russian oil companies. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gold sets new record highs due to ongoing trade war tensions between the US and China, the PM jets overseas on holiday this week, leaving behind a super-sized tax mess for the Treasurer to clean up. Plus, the Annual General Meeting season heats up. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

DroneShield's CEO Oleg Vornik reveals the challenges his company has faced as it became the fastest growing ASX stock, global companies are less willing to invest in Australia. Plus, the government puts in $600m aid for Mount Isa copper smelter. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australasian Space Innovation Institute CEO Andy Koronios discusses a new era for space innovation in Australia. Plus, mortgage holders under pressure as the RBA holds cash rate at 3.60 percent. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Late conservative activist Charlie Kirk's final interview with Savory Fund co-Founder Andrew Smith is released. Plus, gold price soars as investors seek safety. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.