Business & Markets

MOUNTAIN VIEW, 05 February 2026 – Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ: GOOG, GOOGL), the parent company of Google, continues to be a focal point for global investors as the technology sector navigates a landscape increasingly defined by artificial intelligence integration and shifting digital advertising dynamics. As of today, Thursday, 05 February 2026, Alphabet remains one of the […]

Gold Price in India Soars to Record High Amid Global Safe-Haven Rush SYDNEY, 29 January 2026 – Gold prices in India have skyrocketed to unprecedented levels, breaching ₹1.85 lakh per 10 grams as of 29 January, driven by a potent mix of global geopolitical instability, a weakening US dollar, and intense safe-haven demand. The surge,

Gold Price Smashes Records, Surges Past US$5,500 Amid Market Turmoil SYDNEY, 29 January 2026 – The price of gold has extended its historic rally, breaking through the US$5,500 per ounce barrier as investors flock to safe-haven assets amid heightened geopolitical uncertainty and shifting central bank policy. The precious metal’s relentless surge is providing a powerful

Jetstar Boosts Canberra Flights Amid Push to Stabilise Network After Chaotic Week SYDNEY, 27 January 2026 – Jetstar is injecting more than 19,000 new low-fare seats onto its popular Canberra to Brisbane route this year, a significant capacity increase announced as the airline and its competitors work to restore reliability following a wave of severe

Bublik Breaks Melbourne Hoodoo, Charges Into Australian Open Third Round MELBOURNE, 23 January 2026 – Alexander Bublik has finally conquered his Melbourne demons. The mercurial Kazakhstani, fresh off a career-high top-10 ranking, has powered into the third round of the Australian Open for the first time in his career, signalling a new level of maturity

Buffett Passes Baton to Abel, Calls Record Cash Pile a ‘Necessary Evil’ SYDNEY, 21 January 2026 – In his first major interview since stepping down as chief executive, legendary investor Warren Buffett, 95, has expressed unwavering confidence in his successor while defending Berkshire Hathaway’s unprecedented cash reserves, now exceeding US$380 billion (A$570 billion). The two-hour

Katter Portrait Unveiled in Parliament as MP Launches Scathing Attack on ‘Canberra Mandarin Class’ CANBERRA, 20 January 2026 – Federal Member for Kennedy Bob Katter has been formally honoured with the unveiling of his official portrait in Parliament House, even as the veteran politician used a parliamentary speech to deliver a fiery broadside against government

Djokovic Begins Historic Australian Open Campaign Amid Fitness Questions MELBOURNE, 19 January 2026 – Novak Djokovic, the most successful player in Australian Open history, will step onto Rod Laver Arena tonight to commence his 21st campaign at Melbourne Park. The 38-year-old Serbian, seeded fourth, faces Spain’s Pedro Martinez in the first round as he begins

Regulatory Shifts and Robust Returns Define Funds Management Outlook SYDNEY, 19 January 2026 – Australia’s funds management sector enters 2026 navigating a landscape of heightened regulatory scrutiny, strong recent investment performance, and transformative compliance deadlines. Key announcements from the Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) and the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) this week signal

Broncos Tackle Frank Crum Completes Comeback from Illness DENVER, 18 January 2026 – Denver Broncos offensive tackle Frank Crum has successfully navigated a challenging health setback, working his way back to full participation after an illness sidelined him for the conclusion of the 2024 NFL season and the subsequent playoffs. The 25-year-old lineman is now