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ASICCommentsASIC chair calls for ‘boring’ investing, warns on AI risk

Outgoing ASIC chairman Joe Longo says Australians must be taught to understand investment risk better, rather than rely on the regulator to control the democratisation of the investment landscape.

Tom Richardson

The financial watchdog is keeping a close eye on the increasingly ubiquitous use of AI agents, which are capable of independently performing tasks with minimal human input.

Your MoneyPremiumWatchdog pushes financial literacy to counter AI boom

Artificial intelligence-powered scams featuring fake celebrities are just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to AI risks facing consumers, ASIC warns.

Jacob Shteyman

Gold prices jumped on geopolitical tensions, fears about the Feds independence and a falling US dollar. NewsWire / Josie Hayden

FINANCEGold surpasses huge historic milestone

The precious metal has soared more than 80 per cent in 13 months, reaching an unprecedented milestone that experts warn signals deeper market instability.

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Ouch. NewsWire / Nicholas Eagar

BusinessPremiumAussies will lose $26.7 million on Monday

Australians will spend millions in extra surcharge fees on the Monday public holiday, with fresh figures showing how much it will hit your family’s budget.

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POLITICSPremiumMP flights slashed after expenses scandal

A federal MP’s expenses scandal has triggered a dramatic overhaul on parliamentary travel – with elected officials now under strict new travel entitlements.

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UPDATE‘Below average’: IMF’s huge inflation call

A new economic forecast suggests cost of living pain will remain for a “prolonged period”, as tariffs continue to weigh on global economies.

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Each billionaire makes the same as at least 2000 Australian workers. Photo: Gaye Gerard /NewsWire

newsShocking wealth surge for Aussie billionaires

Billionaire wealth surged 16 per cent last year while millions of Australians struggled with poverty and food insecurity, prompting calls for urgent tax reform.

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Australians are looking to stay in their current role as fears of a weakening economy ends the “great resignation”. Christian Gilles / NewsWire

WORKPremiumFearful Aussies start ‘job hugging’ trend

Stressed-out Aussies have embraced a new employment trend as fears of a weakening economy and poor job outlook take hold.

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The Australian Open is forecast to add $600m to the local economy. NewsWire / Ian Currie

SPORTInsane figure Aus Open set to deliver

Melbourne’s ultimate sport cash cow is set to deliver a whopping windfall to local business – smashing spending records by up to 10 per cent.

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SuperannuationBiggest super mistake Aussies are making

Young Australians could be setting themselves back thousands of dollars in retirement, simply due to not doing one simple thing.

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The number of job advertised continues to fall. NewsWire / John Appleyard

UPDATEDWorrying sign for Australian workers

A worrying trend has emerged for job seekers, who have now found it more difficult to get a job over the last six months.

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The economyGrim call making Australians nervous

Australians have kept spending at the fastest pace in two years while simultaneously becoming more pessimistic about their financial future than ever.

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The lady on the left is a real person while the image on the right is an AI deepfake scam.: Picture Commonwealth Bank

EXCLUSIVEPremiumEasy AI mistake most Aussies falling for

New research has exposed the common mistake most Aussies make when trying to identify deepfake AI-generated scams – as scammers start to exploit a dangerous vulnerability.

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Australians spent up big during the Black Friday sales. NewsWire / Andrew Henshaw

UPDATEDGrim rate call after Aussies spending spree

Australians have defied expectations by increasing household spending in November, with Black Friday sales and major concerts driving the surge.

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Fifteen Aussies have tickets to more than $120m in unclaimed lottery prizes. NewsWire/ Gaye Gerard

NewsPremiumInside the hunt for Australia’s next millionaire

More than $120m in lottery prizes - including the largest unclaimed win in Australian history - are yet to be claimed. One hard-working team is on the case.

Alexandra Feiam

Data shows 55 per cent of Australians have set a financial new year resolutions. NewsWire / Jason Edwards

finance‘Perfect storm’: Aussies face financial stress

Aussies’ priorities with money for 2026 have been revealed, with a warning one group is set to face a “perfect storm” of financial pressure.

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US President Donald Trump added tariffs on Australian beef competitors. Carlos Barria / NewsWire POOL

TRADEPremiumMeat export ‘perfect storm’ hits roadblocks

A perfect storm has helped lift meat exports from Australia to the US, but there are fears the surging trade could soon come to an end.

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UPDATED‘Magic number’ mortgage holders need to watch

Australia’s inflation has defied economists’ predictions by falling further than expected, but it might not be by enough for cash-strapped mortgage holders.

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MONEY5 things that will get more expensive in 2026

Aussie households are bracing for a shock rise in costs for everyday essential items, as key relief packages offered by the federal government are axed.

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Thousands of West Australians struggling to make ends meet don’t know they’re owed money that’s sitting in a Government pot that has swelled to $190 million.

state politicsCommentsNearly $200m in unclaimed money waiting for WA residents

Thousands of West Australians struggling to make ends meet likely don’t know they’re owed money, that’s sitting in a government pot that has swelled to $190 million.

Jessica Page

New data has revealed the LGA’s with the highest gambling losses. NCA Newswire / Gaye Gerard

MONEYPremiumAussie state’s record pokie losses revealed

One Aussie state has recorded its highest ever poker machine losses in just 92 days - with data revealing which communities are bearing the heaviest burden.

Aris Schuler-Shah

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ExclusivePremiumWhy state has millions waiting to be claimed

The suburbs where Australians have tens of millions of dollars waiting for them have been revealed.

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NewsPremiumMultiple lotto winners mega $30m prize

A batch of lucky punters will split the eye-watering $30m prize from this Saturday’s lotto.

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A couple may only need $432,000 in their superannuation to retire comfortably. Supplied

FINANCEShock amount you need to retire comfortably

New figures based on what retirees are actually spending in retirement shine a light on just how much superannuation Aussies need when they leave the workforce.

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