Earnings season
Australians are willing to shop around – and Coles is taking note
The supermarket giant intends to prove it provides good value for money and keep shoppers as they travel further to get a better deal on groceries.
- by Jessica Yun
Latest
Woodside profit sinks on lower prices for fossil fuel exports
Australia’s largest oil and gas producer has posted a steep fall in full-year profit as fossil fuel prices came off historic highs.
- by Nick Toscano and Peter Milne
Hard Solo and Gen Z are driving a new wave of lemon drinks, says Endeavour boss
Lemon-flavoured drinks are in, says the CEO of Dan Murphy’s and BWS’ parent company, and spritzers are about to make a comeback.
- by Jessica Yun
Suncorp boss says premium growth to ease as earnings jump 14 per cent
Suncorp chief executive Steve Johnston concedes it has been a tough six months for customers facing rising home and motor insurance costs, but expects premium growth to ease.
- by Millie Muroi
Analysis
Analysis
‘Too much optimism’: Investors nervous despite resilient recent earnings
Despite some cautious optimism over company earnings this month, some investors and economists have flagged tough times ahead.
- by Millie Muroi
Fortescue ups dividend, profits jump despite lower iron ore shipments
Andrew Forrest’s Fortescue has reported a boost in earnings and profits despite shipments and production of iron ore from its key Pilbara operations falling.
- by Simon Johanson
Updated
Nine Entertainment
‘Never say never’ to future Stan tie-up, says Nine boss
Stan would consider partnering with a rival if the right deal arose, Nine Entertainment’s boss said after the streaming service outperformed the media company’s other businesses.
- by Calum Jaspan
Opinion
Aviation
How Qantas’ new chief executive managed to thwart the critics
If one were to write a report card, Vanessa Hudson would score well – but there is room for improvement.
- by Elizabeth Knight
Updated
Qantas
Qantas lifts investment in planes, customer service as profits fall
A sharp decline in first-half profits was unveiled by Qantas boss Vanessa Hudson as the price of plane tickets fell and flight capacity increased.
- by Amelia McGuire
Aluminium price puts dent in Rio Tinto’s earnings
Lower global prices for key commodities put a $2.3 billion dent in Rio Tinto’s earnings.
- by Simon Johanson and Peter Milne
Updated
Santos
Santos’ Barossa gas on track, pumps $1.3b back to investors
The resources giant hiked its dividend despite a decline in revenue and production.
- by Simon Johanson and Peter Milne