Business Now with Ross Greenwood
Episodes
Business Now | 25 November
25 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The business community warns Australia could become the "unlucky country", BCA's Bran Black explains what needs to change to stop businesses leaving o...
Business Now | 22 November
22 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
WiseTech shares plunge after its AGM today where its co-founder Richard White apologised to shareholders via a pre-recorded message. Plus, Jake Paul's...
Business Now | 21 November
21 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As the Treasurer directs the Future Fund to invest in housing and renewables, one critic says the entire fund should be liquidated. Plus, Nvidia share...
Business Now | 20 November
20 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 weigh...
Business Now | 19 November
19 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As the Government introduces laws to crack-down on scams, Financial Services Minister Stephen Jones explains how the scheme will work. Plus, young peo...
Business Now | 18 November
18 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As the ACCC grills Woolworths executives, AFGC's Tanya Barden explains why suppliers aren't speaking up against the supermarkets. Plus, banks are push...
Business Now | 15 November
15 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
Business Now | 14 November
14 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Unemployment remains steady in October, Rabobank's senior macro strategist Ben Picton explains the data. Plus, US inflation remains steady with the U....
Business Now | 13 November
13 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Wage growth slows slightly more than expected, HSBC's Paul Bloxham explains the data. Plus, Senator Andrew Bragg responds to ASIC suing superannuation...
Business Now | 12 November
12 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Business confidence returns as consumer sentiment significantly improves, NAB's head of Australian economics Gareth Spence explains. Plus, the Nasdaq,...
Business Now | 11 November
11 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 w...
Business Now | 8 November
08 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 pro...
Business Now | 7 November
07 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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....
Business Now | 5 November
05 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 i...
Business Now | 4 November
04 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 w...
Business Now | 1 November
01 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Markets are pricing in a Trump victory next week according to guest Matt Sherwood. Plus, is productivity in the workplace linked to flexible working c...
Business Now | 31 October
31 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
Business Now | 30 October
30 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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, shocki...
Business Now | 29 October
29 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Myer's Executive Chair Olivia Wirth explains why the department store has taken over key Premier Investments retail brands. Plus, calls for meaningful...
Business Now | 28 October
28 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Oil prices fall overnight as attacks on Iran's oil infrastructure don't eventuate. Plus, lower energy prices take pressure off inflation, Mosaic Brand...
Business Now | 25 October
25 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
WiseTech stocks soar after CEO Richard White stepped down. Plus, Australians are living longer than ever but are they adequately prepared for retireme...
Business Now | 24 October
24 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In breaking news, WiseTech CEO Richard White steps down amidst a number of allegations of inappropriate behaviour. Plus, the CBA forecasts inflation t...
Business Now | 23 October
23 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
ASIC sues QBE for misleading customers, ASIC's Deputy Chair reveals why the regulator is targeting the insurance industry. Plus, why bond traders are ...
Business Now | 21 October
21 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
Business Now | 18 October
18 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Wholesale energy prices fall in September quarter, betting markets price in Trump victory, strength in US small caps sector, ASX 200 index surpassing ...
Business Now | 17 October
17 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 un...
Business Now | 16 October
16 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Agriculture Economist Dennis Voznesenski reveals the worrying reality that our wheat and grain industry isn't prepared for a broader conflict. Plus, t...
Business Now | 15 October
15 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As the ASX200 hits a record high, our team of finance experts and stock market insiders reveal what's driving markets. Plus, the government declares w...
Business Now | 14 October
14 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The government says exempt small businesses will remain at 15 employees, China's economic stimulus package disappoints for markets. Plus, some big mov...
Business Now | 11 October
11 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Financial markets are anticipating a Beijing press conference tomorrow which could result in more stimulus for China's economy. Plus, inflation in the...
Business Now | 10 October
10 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Currency expert Steven Dooley reveals how the USD and AUD will most likely trend after the US election. Plus, stock picker Brock Silvers explains why ...
Business Now | 9 October
09 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Small businesses are hammered by a perfect economic storm of rising costs and high rates, COSBOA's CEO reveals how businesses are adapting to survive....
Business Now | 8 October
08 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Consumer confidence lifts as consumers feel confident the RBA won't lift rates again, Westpac's Matthew Hassan explains the data. Plus, AMP bank CEO S...
Business Now | 7 October
07 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The threat of escalation in the Middle East leaves oil traders on edge, NAB's Gerard Burg explains what's driving the oil price and other commodities....
Business Now | 4 October
04 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Commodity traders buy up oil as Biden suggests Israel may strike Iran's oil supply. Plus, China pumps up its economy to hit it's 5% growth target, thi...
Business Now | 3 October
03 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The stock market closes flat as cautious investors wait and see what happens in the Middle East, stock picker Adam Dawes goes through the biggest stor...
Business Now | 2 October
02 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Oil prices spike after Iran launches rockets at Israel, Saul Kavonic explains what the escalation means for energy prices. Plus, customer loyalty fuel...
Business Now | 1 October
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Qatar Airways to buy 25 per cent stake in Virgin, former ACCC chair Graeme Samuel says it's a terrific deal for Virgin Australia. Plus, Chinese stocks...
Business Now | 30 September
30 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Productivity plunges to 2015 levels, Productivity Commission's Alex Robson explains what went wrong. Plus, the government locks in back-to-back surplu...
Business Now | 26 September
26 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Property investors hit back at the government as it entertains the idea of changing negative gearing, Star Casino finally releases its results. Plus, ...
Business Now | 25 September
25 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Monthly inflation cools to 2.7 per cent but economist Marcel Thieliant says the RBA won't be cutting rates soon. Plus, ASIC Chair Joe Longo on the reg...
Business Now | 24 September
24 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The RBA holds rates for the seventh consecutive meeting, HSBC's Paul Bloxham reveals when he thinks the RBA will cut rates. Plus, the economic impact ...
Business Now | 23 September
23 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As the ACCC sues Coles and Woolworths for misleading customers, ACCC's Chair Gina Cass-Gottlieb explains how the supermarkets bamboozled customers. Pl...
Business Now | 20 September
20 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PwC faces new allegations that its former CEO gave incorrect evidence to a parliamentary inquiry, Committee Chair Deborah O'Neill weighs in on the sit...
Business Now | 19 September
19 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As the US Federal Reserve cuts interest rates, Market Strategist Stephen Miller reveals why the RBA won't be able to cut rates anytime soon. Plus, the...
Business Now | 18 September
18 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As Markets wait in anticipation for the US Fed's decision on interest rates, La Trobe Financial CEO explains what traders will be looking for. Plus, N...
Business Now | 17 September
17 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As the ASX hits a new intraday record high, CEO of Soul Patts Todd Barlow reveals the sectors he has his eye on. Plus, favourable weather and reboundi...
Business Now | 16 September
16 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Markets hold their breath in anticipation of the US Fed cutting rates, economist Sean Langcake reveals his forecast for when the RBA will cut rates. P...
Business Now | 12 September
13 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Household spending lifts as tax cuts and energy rebates flow into consumers' hip pocket, CBA's Stephen Halmarick goes through the data. Plus, Nine's C...
Business Now | 13 September
13 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As the ASX closes in on record highs, VanEck's Deputy Head of Investments reveals which sectors he's keeping a close eye on. Plus, the casino watchdog...
Business Now | 11 September
11 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The CEO of the world's largest gold miner speaks exclusively to Business Now as it strikes a $475 million deal for its WA mines. Plus, analysis of the...
Business Now | 10 September
10 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Farmers converge on Parliament to protest the live sheep export ban and other anti-farming policies. Plus, Apple's new iPhone helps lift the stock mar...
Business Now | 9 September
09 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The CEO of Private Healthcare Australia strikes back at Healthscope saying it's a disgrace that patients are being threatened with additional fees or ...
Business Now | 6 September
06 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
US August job report released tonight, NVIDIA investors' cautious outlook, rift between RBA and government grows. Plus, lending has surged in every s...
Business Now | 5 September
05 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As the RBA Governor Michele Bullock warns some families will have to sell their homes, independent economist Clifford Bennett says the central bank is...
Business Now | 4 September
04 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Australia's economy grows at the slowest rate since the 1991 recession, full analysis with Deutsche Banks' Chief Economist Phil O'Donaghoe. Plus, the ...
Business Now | 3 September
03 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Current accounts swell to the largest deficit since June 2018, NAB's Chief Economist Alan Oster goes through the data. Plus, Aussie farmers enjoy thei...
Business Now | 2 September
02 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Treasurer blames high rates for a sluggish economy as economists expect the latest GDP figures to be the worst in 30 years. Plus, Auspost's CEO ex...
Business Now | August 30
30 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As Harvey Norman's revenue falls, Executive Chairman Gerry Harvey details plan to sell AI powered home tech. Plus, Star Entertainment enters a trading...
Business Now | 29 August
29 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Qantas CEO Vanessa Hudson outlines the airlines' plan to lift profit and start paying a dividend again, Nvidia results fail to impress the market. Plu...
Business Now | 28 August
28 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
APA Group CEO Adam Watson warns gas prices will rise unless regulation in the market becomes more stable. Plus, monthly inflation data comes in hotter...
Business Now | 27 August
27 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As Australians' eating habit changes due to cost-of-living pressures, Coles CEO Leah Weckert explains the reason behind its $1.1 million underlying pr...
Business Now | 26 August
26 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As right to disconnect laws kick in, BCA's Bran Black says the new laws could hamper workplaces becoming more flexible. Plus, NIB Health Funds' CEO re...
Business Now | 23 August
23 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As Inghams shares bomb after missing profit expectations, its CEO reveals how the poultry producer will improve the bottom line. Plus, the surprising ...
Business Now | 22 August
22 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Regis Resources CEO explains why the gold miner scrapped a billion-dollar project after the Environment Minister blocked a dam proposal. Plus, KFC war...
Business Now | 21 August
21 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Perpetual hires Bernard Reilly as CEO, FY24 reporting season report card, Amazon launches same-day deliveries. Plus, government blocks Regis Resources...
Business Now | 20 August
20 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Judo Bank grows its loan book by 20 per cent to $10.7 billion despite economic headwinds, CEO Chris Bayliss reveals how. Plus, full analysis of today'...
Business Now | 19 August
19 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As Suncorp delivers a profit of over $1.3 billion, CEO Steve Johnston explains why insurance premiums are rising. Plus, analysis of today's hottest AS...
Business Now | 16 August
16 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As Domain's profit lifts 28 per cent to $49 million, it's CEO Jason Pellegrino explains what's driving growth. Plus, the best homes going to auction, ...
Business Now | 15 August
15 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Economist Paul Bloxham joins to discuss the latest unemployment numbers, profit results from big corporations suggest the economy is still strong. Plu...
Business Now | 14 August
14 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Corporate cop ASIC takes stock market operator the ASX to court, Reserve Bank of New Zealand slashes cash rate to 5.25 per cent. Plus, AGL reports rec...
Business Now | 13 August
13 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Wage price index remains steady at 4.1 per cent in June quarter, CSL shares have their worst day this year despite profit climbing by more than 20 per...
Business Now | 12 August
12 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The profit reporting season gets into full swing this week, Deputy Governor Andrew Hauser warns against forecasting the RBA's decision. Plus, the nat...
Business Now | 9 August
09 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
News Corp flags interest in Foxtel, AMP pivots away from financial advice, QBE releases half-year earnings result. Plus, this week’s auction preview...
Business Now | 8 August
08 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Former Qantas CEO Alan Joyce is set to lose over $9 million in bonuses, Small Business Ombudsman Bruce Billson on why reforms are needed to energise t...
Business Now | 7 August
07 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Reserve Bank faces the Senate's cost-of-living inquiry, Perpetual's Head of Investment Markets Research Matt Sherwood joins to discuss the global ...
Business Now | 6 August
06 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Reserve Bank keeps the cash rate on hold as Governor Michele Bullock hoses down any expectation of an interest rate cut anytime soon. Plus, market...
Business Now | 5 August
05 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Around $100 billion wiped from Australia's share market as it slumps to its worst day in two years, recession fears haunt America as its unemployment ...
Business Now | 2 August
02 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Former PWC leaders faced a public hearing today, statement of monetary policy out on Tuesday, RBA interest rate decision next week. Plus, MAG seven st...
Business Now | 1 August
01 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Markets boom and the stock market hits a new all-time record as investors get excited about the prospect of lower interest rates, PriceWaterhouseCoope...
Business Now | 31 July
31 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Commonwealth Bank's Chief Economist Stephen Halmarick joins to discuss the latest CPI figures, more than 600 jobs at risk as Rex Airlines goes into ...
Business Now | 30 July
30 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Rex Airlines stops selling seats on key routes as it teeters on the brink of collapse, Fortescue shares plunge as a big shareholder bails out. Plus, M...
Business Now | 29 July
29 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Markets hold their breath for the latest inflation figure due Wednesday, AFIC posts the full year profit report. Plus, the national clearance rate dro...
Business Now | 26 July
26 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Mineral resources are surging in trade off the back of the release of its production guidance, oil prices are on track for three weeks of losses. Plus...
Business Now | 25 July
25 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Bank of Canada cuts interest rates for two straight months, Deloitte says the RBA should not hike the cash rate as inflation is easing and the economy...
Business Now | 24 July
24 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A warning about the security of jobs as more companies consider laying off staff, accounting and consulting firm Deloitte admits the PwC scandal and s...
Business Now | 23 July
23 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Global stock markets hit record levels, charges laid against an alleged 'pump and dump' group following an investigation by ASIC. Plus, one of South K...
Business Now | 22 July
22 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How the change to Democrat presidential candidate Kamala Harris could impact the course of economics and markets worldwide, interest rate rises become...
Business Now | 18 July
18 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Australia's unemployment rate creeps ahead in June to 4.1 per cent, Fortescue announces plans to cut 700 jobs and abandon its 2030 green hydrogen prod...
Business Now | 17 July
17 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The government is set to appoint an independent administrator to oversee the CFMEU, Ralph Lauren caught up in a trademark dispute in Indonesia. Plus, ...
Business Now | 16 July
16 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Shares in former US president Donald Trump's media company surge sharply on the American stock market overnight. Plus, Australia's largest beef produc...
Business Now | 15 July
15 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Australian shares soar to a record high as it breaches the 8000-point barrier for the first time. Plus, Qantas launches a new direct flight from Perth...
Business Now | 12 July
12 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
BHP halts nickel operations until 2027, cattle saleyard volumes up 36% in the past year, 1,843 auctions scheduled this weekend. Plus, former Rex chair...
Business Now | 11 July
11 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Commbank HSI rose to 0.6% in June to 150.5, Australia's Woodside Energy inks deal to supply LNG to Taiwan. Plus, worrying signs emerge from new econom...
Business Now | 10 July
10 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
NATO to focus on long-term Ukraine support, China hits back at cyber hacking claims, the Reserve Bank of New Zealand leaves holds cash rate at 5.5%. P...
Business Now | 9 July
09 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The chief executive of the anti-money laundering and counter terrorism financing agency AUSTRAC joins the show, a leading economist discusses consumer...
Business Now | 8 July
08 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
France's far-left party leads exit polling, ANZ Chief Economist Richard Yetsenga joins to discuss what it means for the global markets. Plus, low iron...
Business Now | 5 July
05 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The latest on Labour's landslide victory in the UK's general election, the ACCC releases it's Gas Inquiry report, calling for urgent action into the d...
Business Now | 4 July
04 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Two state-owned Middle Eastern energy companies show interest in buying the Aussie oil and gas major Santos. Plus, Lotus Resources Managing Director K...
Business Now | 3 July
03 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The number of houses approved for construction increased by 5.5 per cent in May, but it remains far from the government's target, retail sales soar mo...