AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoRBA Watch: A new take on inflation argues the RBA could cool demand without more rate pain by targeting spending in a way that also boosts retirement savings, as the cash rate decision looms. Housing Pressure: The latest suburb data shows big house-price falls in Australia’s most exclusive pockets, easing pressure on future rate rises. ASX & Earnings: Wall Street climbed after weaker US jobs data, and ASX futures point higher as Australia’s reporting season kicks off, with Sunrise Energy Metals in focus after a Pentagon-linked scandium project. Banking Strategy: HSBC Australia says it’s exiting retail to double down on corporate and institutional banking, following the sale of its mortgage and personal loan book. Corporate Watchdog: ASIC reports a five-year high in enforcement actions, banning or restricting more rogue operators to protect customers. AI in Business: Nine Entertainment’s AI push and a separate report on AI agent “rogue” behaviour highlight rising operational risk and governance needs. Energy & Markets: Gold prices surged on softer US labour data and Middle East uncertainty, while investors brace for more volatility. Small Business & Work: A major WFH ruling and ongoing small-business cost pressures keep labour and compliance front of mind.
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