Business Now with Ross Greenwood

As the Treasurer directs the Future Fund to invest in housing and renewables, one critic says the entire fund should be liquidated. Plus, Nvidia shares wobble as sales growth worries investors and the art sale that will make you go bananas. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A new report finds cost of living is the biggest ethical challenge of the year, Governance Institute's Megan Motto explains the ethics index and weighs in on Rio Tinto's scathing workplace report. Plus, how Trump will boost middle America. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the Government introduces laws to crack-down on scams, Financial Services Minister Stephen Jones explains how the scheme will work. Plus, young people are cutting essential spending and the debate between privacy and safety at Bunnings. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the ACCC grills Woolworths executives, AFGC's Tanya Barden explains why suppliers aren't speaking up against the supermarkets. Plus, banks are pushing rate forecasts backwards, and the women's basketball league gets sold for almost $30 million. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Working capital is more difficult to manage in 2024, Jason Ireland from McGrath Nicol explains the data. Plus, investors are looking at how to invest with Trump's cabinet picks.     See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Unemployment remains steady in October, Rabobank's senior macro strategist Ben Picton explains the data. Plus, US inflation remains steady with the U.S. Federal Reserve expected to continue cutting interest rates.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wage growth slows slightly more than expected, HSBC's Paul Bloxham explains the data. Plus, Senator Andrew Bragg responds to ASIC suing superannuation fund Cbus, the digital skills gap widens in mining and manufacturing, and Musk's new job. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Business confidence returns as consumer sentiment significantly improves, NAB's head of Australian economics Gareth Spence explains. Plus, the Nasdaq, S&P 500, Dow Jones, Bitcoin and other Trump trade assets surge to all-time record highs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Resolute Mining's CEO and two other employees have been detained in Mali, industry insider Julian Malnic explains the perils of mining in Africa and why he won't go back to the continent for work. Plus, the latest economic and property news. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the U.S. Fed cuts rates overnight, bond whisperer Stephen Miller explains the economic impacts and how Trump 2.0 is moving markets. Plus, ANZ's profit falls, markets wait for stimulus news from China and this week's hottest auctions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trump's victory has sent the US share market flying, Perpetual's Matt Sherwood and CommSec's Laura Besarati reveal which stocks have gone to the moon. Plus, the government releases the final report into the PwC tax leak scandal. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The RBA keeps rates on hold at 4.35%, Economist Warren Hogan explains why the central bank didn't cut rates. Plus, the US election weighs heavily on international markets and chipmaker Nvidia bumps Intel off the Dow Jones Index. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What impact will the US election have on our economy and share market? ANZ's Chief Economist delves into the data and WSJ's Editor at Large previews what a Trump presidency may look like. Plus, the AFP raids PwC, and auctions cool down. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Markets are pricing in a Trump victory next week according to guest Matt Sherwood. Plus, is productivity in the workplace linked to flexible working conditions?     See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Weak retail data reveals the extent of the sector's struggles as it deals with high interest rates, wages and energy prices. Plus, the latest results from the hottest tech stocks and the Australian dollar bombs amidst poor economic data. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Annual inflation falls to the lowest level since March 2021, CBA's Head of Australian Economics reveals the bank's new rate cut forecast. Plus, shocking data reveals 120 ASX-listed companies are at risk of collapse and Google's big fine. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Myer's Executive Chair Olivia Wirth explains why the department store has taken over key Premier Investments retail brands. Plus, calls for meaningful tax reforms, and a preview of Alphabet and AMD earnings. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oil prices fall overnight as attacks on Iran's oil infrastructure don't eventuate. Plus, lower energy prices take pressure off inflation, Mosaic Brands appoints administrators and the property market shows signs of weakness. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WiseTech stocks soar after CEO Richard White stepped down. Plus, Australians are living longer than ever but are they adequately prepared for retirement?  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In breaking news, WiseTech CEO Richard White steps down amidst a number of allegations of inappropriate behaviour. Plus, the CBA forecasts inflation to fall, suppliers hit back at Coles and Woolies and Tesla beats profit expectations. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ASIC sues QBE for misleading customers, ASIC's Deputy Chair reveals why the regulator is targeting the insurance industry. Plus, why bond traders are betting on no rate cuts for a long time and Singapore green lights a massive solar project. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two top ASX CEO's are being investigated by their own companies causing their shares to be sold off. Plus, more workers are needed to drive the local tech sector and the business community calls for more housing to be built. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wholesale energy prices fall in September quarter, betting markets price in Trump victory, strength in US small caps sector, ASX 200 index surpassing record levels. Plus, China stimulus disappoints global markets. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Star Casino hit with a $15 million fine... NICC's Chief Commissioner Philip Crawford reveals why. Plus, JP Morgan's Kerry Craig explains the latest unemployment data and a report into Nine reveals systemic bullying, discrimination and harassment. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Agriculture Economist Dennis Voznesenski reveals the worrying reality that our wheat and grain industry isn't prepared for a broader conflict. Plus, the best way to ride the ups and downs of our volatile stock markets as the ASX pulls back. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.