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Servcorp, Fantastic Furniture: Company downgrades roll on

Three more downgrades start the week, following last week's downgrades from mining servicers. read more »

coal mining

Is there any future in coal?

Coal industry is a long way from the top of its game, but is it permanent or just cyclical? read more »

Rising house prices

Is it time to lock in your mortgage?

Big four banks cutting mortgage rates to the lowest point since the GFC. read more »

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Optus to challenge Telstra for super-fast mobile

Optus to launch new 4G network on Monday. read more »

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WAM CIO: Internet, USA are attractive investment themes

Our interview with WAM CIO Chris Stott continues today with insights into WAM's methodology, how it evaluates management, and where it's looking for opportunities... read more »

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ASX Hot Stocks: APA Group, Leighton and Pacific Brands

ASX rises 0.5%. Here's why these three companies moved read more »

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Leighton to cut costs

Instead, the company will focus on reducing overhead costs and lowering net debt. read more »

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Two dividend plays in the travel sector

Here are two stocks from the travel sector income-oriented investors may want to consider booking. read more »

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GPT Group: All shopped out

GPT sells $400 million property to Lend Lease. read more »

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Sale of Suncorp’s ‘bad bank’ could be imminent

The sale would release significant funds, possibly allowing for a special dividend to shareholders. read more »

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SKYCITY scoops up Wharf Casino

Casinos have long been enticing investments, but lofty valuations and increasing competition have some investors worried. read more »

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Fortescue told to change pricing structure

Smaller miners want a break on the cost of using Fortescue's Pilbara railway. read more »

Sir Richard Branson

Virgin health care for Australia?

Sir Richard Branson's group has its eyes on Australia's health care industry read more »

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WAM CIO: How we find market-beating stocks

WAM Chief Investment Officer Chris Stott talks investing with Tim McArthur. read more »