Business Now with Ross Greenwood

Donald Trump announces a trade deal with Japan with a 15 per cent reciprocal tariff, the ASX 200 surges with a surprise increase on iron ore prices in the past few days. Plus, Albanese and Ley face-off in Question Time.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Labor government has a clear mandate for this term of Parliament, Insignia Financial is sold to private US equity firm CC Capital. Plus, ASIC cracks down on the financial hardship sector.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The ASX 200 has its worst day in three months, a new report suggests radical changes to overhaul capital gains tax to stimulate home building. Plus, auctions boom in some states despite the RBA not cutting rates earlier this month. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia's stockmarket soars to a record high breaking through the 8700-point barrier for the first time. Plus, TSMC & Netflix report their quarterly earnings, iron ore surges past $US100.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The unemployment rate rises to 4.3 per cent in June, money laundering agency AUSTRAC pivots to new priorities. Plus, the ASX 200 soars to a new record high led by the major banks.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Building activity data shows the government is way off its 1.2 million housing target, the ASX 200 has the worst one-day drop since May. Plus, Trump's tariffs spark higher inflation in the US.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The RBA calls to ban surcharges on credit card and debit card transactions, bitcoin soars to a new record high. Plus, Trump hits Mexican tomatoes with a fresh tariff. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Treasury accidentally leaks classified information, Donald Trump flags fresh tariffs on the EU and Mexico. Plus, Anthony Albanese continues his China tour. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trump flags a 15-20% blanket tariff on all trade partners. Plus, a step forward for Australian rare earths producer Australian Strategic Materials, a sneak peek inside a luxury Queensland property.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Japanese car makers cut prices on exports to the US, Linda Yaccarino steps down as CEO of X after turbulent tenure. Plus, BHP emerges as the top stock choice among everyday Australian investors. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Copper shares soar after Donald Trump flags a 50 per cent tariff, RBNZ follows the RBA's lead on keeping the cash rate on hold. Plus, metal 3D printing manufacturer AML3D expands into the US. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Reserve Bank shocks economists and the market by keeping interest rates on hold, Rabobank's Ben Picton and currency specialist Sean Callow explain the RBA's decision. Plus, Trump whacks Japan and South Korea with new tariff levies. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Economists forecast the RBA will cut rates tomorrow, the question is by how much? Trump's mixed messaging on tariffs as the deadline is pushed out to August. Plus, olive oil maker Cobram Estate reveals a positive financial update. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anthony Albanese addresses Australia's Economic Outlook 2025 forum. Plus, Orica secures a $432 million grant for a  hydrogen hub, bitcoin surges to near record highs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AUSTRAC orders audit of Western Union over compliance concerns, ASIC puts high-risk super schemes under the spotlight. Plus, Donald Trump announces new trade deal with Vietnam. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As Trump's Big Beautiful Bill passes the US Senate, market whisperer Stephen Miller explains what it means for Australians. Plus, the Quad meeting focuses on critical minerals and shares of insurers fall as a bomb cyclone hits NSW. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the new financial year begins, there is fresh hope in the retail sector that inflation has passed and households are starting to spend again. Plus, energy intensive businesses are warned volatile spot market prices will send them broke. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the last day of the financial year, stock picker Jun Bei Liu reveals which companies performed and which bombed. Plus, TCorp's Chief Economist says the RBA is being held back by it's economic models and inflation target. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australian investors are given a reprieve after US treasury secretary asks the Senate to dump Section 899. Plus, global markets rally on tariff delay speculation, the wedding of the century kicks off in Venice. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell stands firm after Donald Trump threatens to sack him. Plus, Xero expands into the U.S., concerns over implementing Section 899 from Trump's Big Beautiful Bill in Australia.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Star Casino rescue deal wins shareholder support, inflation eases to 2.1 per cent from 2.4 per cent. Plus, Treasurer Jim Chalmers urges US to reconsider tax hike. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Global markets rebound after Trump announces a ceasefire between Israel and Iran. Plus, Virgin Australia returns to the ASX, NSW and Queensland release their state budgets today.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Global markets are on edge after the escalating conflict in the Middle East. Plus, oil prices have surged after the US launched a series of strikes on Iran.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East rattle oil and commodities markets. An Abu Dhabi based consortium announces a massive takeover deal for Santos, Australia's median house price reaches $1 million. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The May unemployment rate comes in flat for the fifth consecutive month, HSBC Economist Paul Bloxham weighs in on the productivity debate, WA delivers another budget surplus. Plus, businesses say insurance is their biggest concern. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.