Business Now with Ross Greenwood

As reporting season heats up, Bluescope CEO Mark Vassella reveals why the steelmaker is relining its blast furnace and IAG's CEO Nick Hawkins explains how profit has surged 139%. Plus, spring has sprung for the property market. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As Inghams Chicken profit lifts 72 per cent , CEO Andrew Reeves reveals shoppers have been choosing chicken over red meat and fish. Plus, property listings in Sydney and Melbourne lift 9% and Chinese developer Evergrande files for bankruptcy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Unemployment data surprises economists, AMP's Diana Mousina goes through the numbers. Plus, Origin's CEO on underlying profit rising 83 per cent, doubts rise about the government's housing scheme and China's biggest shadow bank goes bust. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

KPMG reveals its $2.5B revenue as the CEO admits the structure of the firm may have to change. Plus, the RBNZ puts rates on hold, weakness in China's economy hurts the Aussie dollar and Vinfast EV debuts on the Nasdaq. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cochlear CEO Dig Howitt reveals how the homegrown med-tech company is expanding into emerging markets as it reports a 4% profit bump. Plus, wages grow at a slower pace than expected and China's Central Bank unexpectedly cuts interest rates. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Resource Minister Madeleine King discusses how we can best capitalise on the critical mineral boom and the threat of striking gas workers. Plus, Carsales CEO Cameron McIntyre on profit quadrupling and why interest in pink cars is surging. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rising interest rates weigh heavily on REA Group's profits, CEO Owen Wilson details how the property market is holding up in the face of tough economic conditions. Plus, Phil Lowe reveals his biggest regrets and volatility hits Nick Scali. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AGL's CEO Damien Nicks explains why the electricity generator is reporting a $1.3B loss. Plus, gas futures spike 40 per cent as Woodside workers vote to strike and China's deflation pressure threatens global economic stability. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Suncorp's CEO reveals it'll keep its banking arm if authorities block its sale again. Plus, CBA's Matt Comyn responds to criticism of his $10M bonus and Citi's APAC Chief Economist explains the impact of deflation in China's economy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Coronado's CEO Douglas Thompson explains why its profit has slipped as the miner deals with falling coal prices. Plus, the small business sector is showing resilience, consumer confidence slumps and Zoom cancels working from home. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Assistant Treasurer Stephen Jones joins the program and announces a crackdown on rogue consultants. Plus, navigating the upcoming reporting season, auction market slows down and the tale of two lithium companies - one booms and one dooms. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ACCC blocks ANZ merger with Suncorp, China removes trade tariffs on barley. Plus, ResMed Chairman and Chief Executive Mick Farrell joins the show to discuss the U.S economy and political situation with Donald Trump.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CFD crackdown, retail sales drop, markets volatile after U.S. ratings cut, calls for royal commission into consultants. Plus, ASIC sues ETORO for marketing CFD products.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australian Industry Group CEO Innes Willox says the government's industrial relations changes threaten to stall the economic recovery. Plus, Matt Richardson on Fitch's decision to downgrade the US credit rating. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The RBA leaves interest rates on hold at 4.10% but says the inflation is still too high, HSBC Chief Economist Paul Bloxham analyses the decision. Plus, Credit Corp CEO Thomas Beregi reveals how consumers are coping with their debts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The RBA to deliver its latest cash rate decision on Tuesday, the market thinks we've already seen the last of the rate rises but most economists disagree. Plus, the Yellow trucking company shuts down, putting 30,000 out of work. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Retail sales fall into negative numbers, commercial property under increasing pressure and housing stock lifts 21%. Plus, the CEO of the Australian Business Growth Fund on investing $130M into small businesses looking to grow. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The U.S. Fed shocks markets by raising interest rates, JB Were's Sally Auld weighs in whether the RBA will follow suit, Joe Lewis pleads not guilty and Dutch gangs blow up German ATMs. Plus, small businesses are doing better than expected.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Inflation finally shows signs of cooling down, Deloitte's Stephen Smith goes through the data. Plus, Labor's Dan Mulino weighs in on supermarkets price gouging and the owner of Tottenham Spurs is indicted for "brazen" insider trading. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Funds management hall of famer Paul Taylor reveals why now is a great time to buy shares. Plus, ASIC goes after Vanguard for greenwashing and the RBA announces next year's meeting dates. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As Victoria floats the idea of freezing rent rises, property investors say they'll invest elsewhere. Plus, full analysis of the new changes to casual employment, property auction momentum eases and 'Barbenheimer' smashes the box office. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As super funds record double digit returns, the chief economist of Australia's second largest super fund reveals what they are investing in. Plus, property listings surge 15% and Costco gets caught out with some fishy lobsters. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As unemployment rate comes in flat, ABS' Head of Labour Statistics Bjorn Jarvis goes through the data. Plus, the Australian Energy Regulator on surging power prices and financial counsellors warn of skyrocketing buy-now-pay-later debts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Economists tip the unemployment rate to stay flat at 3.6%, Russia withdraws from the Black Sea grain deal and half of large building companies are technically insolvent. Plus, inflation slows in New Zealand but less than expected. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As Dan Andrews pulls the plug on the 2026 Commonwealth Games, Moody's John Manning warns Victoria's credit profile is weakening. Plus, data centres are causing an ESG headache and economists attempt to answer "what is full employment?" See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.