Business Now with Ross Greenwood

Shadow Treasurer Angus Taylor weighs in Labor's changes to stage three tax cuts as the Treasury reveals how long they were working on the changes. Plus, the RBA is predicted to hold rates tomorrow and the auction market fires up in February. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia's second largest port operator DP World has reached an agreement with the Maritime Union. Strong profit results from US tech giants Meta, Amazon and Apple. Plus, the property market starts to heat up again after the summer break. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

HSBC's chief economist says the RBA won't cut rates this year as momentum in inflation remains too high. Plus, Rystad Energy's LNG analyst Kaushal Ramesh reveals we're rapidly running out of gas and has the BNPL bubble finally popped? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As inflation finally shows signs of slowing down, AMP's Diana Mousina reveals her RBA rate cut forecast. Plus, eToro's Josh Gilbert explains why US tech stocks are rallying as the ASX200 hits a new record high. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Vacuum cleaner retailer Godfreys goes bust after 93 years in business, restructuring expert Ian Purchas reveals what went wrong. Plus, retailers struggle to make sales in December and Elon Musk announces a successful brain chip implant. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As legendary developer Lang Walker passes away, Urban Taskforce's Tom Forrest explains what made the developer so successful. Plus, the economy shows signs of resilience, BHP faces a massive fine, and Evergrande is forced to liquidate.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Which stocks will take off in 2024? SPDR ETF Investment Strategist Julia Lee reveals what she expects to see in the upcoming earnings season. Plus, property market analysis with REA's Cameron Kusher and the Treasurer defends tax cut changes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stage 3 tax cut changes open up the risk of Australia becoming uncompetitive with the rest of the world, economist John Humphreys explains why. Plus, unaffordable insurance costs leave Queensland businesses exposed to Cyclone Kirrily. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the Government prepares to reveal changes to stage three tax cuts, CEDA Chief Economist Cassandra Winzar says income earners are bearing the brunt of taxation. Plus, another cyclone threatens Queensland leaving the insurance industry worried. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the government reveals the hacker behind the Medibank ransom attack, Cisco Australia's head of cybersecurity explains why the business community is falling behind on cybersecurity. Plus, the PM hints at changes to stage three tax cuts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BCA CEO Bran Black joins the program as businesses face high interest rates and IR challenges. Plus, the regional property boom has slowed, lithium and nickel miners suffer as prices plunge, and Canva seeks to sell shares off-market. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

DP World reveals it has a backlog of almost 44,000 containers as small businesses get caught up in the port pay dispute. Plus, academic Joe Siracusa on how Trump's Iowa win has impacted global markets and this week's top auctions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Unemployment rises by the largest amount since late 2021, CBA Economist Gareth Aird explains the figures. Plus, Grain Growers vent their frustration at the port dispute between DP World and Unions and a mango shortage looms. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Qantas plunges in the annual brand rankings, branding expert Mark Crowe reveals which firm took out the top spot. Plus, Houthi attacks may lead to an oil supply crunch and ACCC Chair Gina Cass Gottlieb calls for mandatory merger inquiries. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Exporters warn the dispute between DP World and the Maritime Union is hurting the entire industry. Plus, consumer sentiment plunges to 1990's recession lows and Australia's tourism industry rebounds from the impact of the pandemic. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As a supply chain crisis looms, freight insider Paul Zalai warns the industry is facing death by a thousand cuts. Plus, the narrowing flight path for an economic soft landing, and rents skyrocket as vacancies remain at extreme lows. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Central Banks hold interest rates triggering a market rally, bond market expert Stephen Miller reveals his RBA cash rate forecast. Plus, Tesla recalls two million vehicles over autopilot crashes and an infamous party house is up for sale. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Unemployment slightly lifts, and the U.S. Fed holds rates, Capital Economist's Asia-Pacific Chief Marcel Thieliant goes through the data. Plus, allegations against Crown Casino's CEO overshadow reforms and the fine line of office dating. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Treasurer reveals the budget is highly likely to be in surplus, full analysis with legendary economist Warren Hogan. Plus, cyclone Jasper intensifies to a category two storm and the companies James Packer has put his money in. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Farmers brace for cyclone Jasper to hit Far North Queensland, President of FNQ Growers reveals how locals are preparing. Plus, NAB Chief Economist's grim assessment of household budgets and the construction sector faces a labour shortage. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former ACCC Chair Allan Fels weighs in on the merger between Chemist Warehouse and Sigma Healthcare. Plus, Demographer Bernard Salt on the government's migration rethink and foreign property investors are hit with higher fees and penalties. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Assistant Minister for Competition, Charities & Treasury Andrew Leigh weighs in on the Santos/Woodside mega merger and the supermarket price gouging inquiry. Plus, another massive weekend for auctions and McDonald's launches a new franchise. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Government prepares to pass its same job same pay legislation, CEO of the Minerals Council Tania Constable labels its economic vandalism. Plus, Perpetual brushes off a $3B bid from Soul Patts and the ATO puts small business on notice. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The economy continues to slow down as households eat into their savings, full analysis with Westpac's Matt Hassan. Plus, Sir Richard Branson calls out the government on the airline competition and cybersecurity firms fall behind on AI. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The RBA holds rate at 4.35% till February, ANZ-HSBC Chief Economist Paul Bloxham analyses the decision. Plus, Evolution mining acquires Northparkes for $720 million and foreign students in Australia reached an all-time high in September quarter. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.