+ Facebook hopes float—Facebook has defied market gloom to end its first trading day in line with the social network's offer price, and has strong drawcards to call on in th...

+ Winners and losers in a great capital race—As investors move to shore up value against the prospect of a messy European ending, the Australian dollar is cool and German bonds are hot, while US ...

+ Facebook shares get off to sluggish start—In first day of trading, shares struggle to stay above $US38 offer price. 18 May 2012 4:46 PM

+ Greek politics, Spain banks test eurozone—Week's developments illustrate fragility of European economy. 18 May 2012 4:04 PM

+ Europe must abandon euro: ANZ's Smith—Smith says break-up of euro zone is "the only solution". 18 May 2012 3:45 PM

+ Facebook shares get off to weak start—In first day of trading, shares struggle to stay above $US38 offer price. 18 May 2012 3:16 PM

+ Merkel stirs row over Greece referendum—German leader reportedly floats idea of Greek vote on euro future. 18 May 2012 3:11 PM

+ Indian stock exchange eyes Australia—Following Chi-X launch, a new potential rival shows interest. 18 May 2012 2:44 PM

+ Qld govt scraps Abbot Point coal terminal expansion—State says Blight govt had sought to expand too quickly. 18 May 2012 2:23 PM

+ Gillard seeks to mend relations with business—PM hopes to overcome heated rhetoric, policy disputes. 18 May 2012 2:21 PM

+ Greece to dissolve parliament for polls—Greek parliament dissolves after only one day. 18 May 2012 2:18 PM

+ Obama kicks off start to G8, NATO summits—US president talks food security, but EU crisis to dominate talks. 18 May 2012 1:55 PM

+ Taxpayers footing $7m pollies travel bill—Chauffeured limousines account for half of travel costs. 18 May 2012 1:51 PM

+ Fitch downgrades Greek banks' credit rating—Move follows cut to Greece's sovereign rating. 18 May 2012 1:06 PM

+ Facebook shares cool after early jump—After early trading delay, Facebook shares begin first day on Nasdaq. 18 May 2012 12:45 PM

+ Wall Street falls after Facebook debut—Stocks cool along with investor optimism. 18 May 2012 12:24 PM

+ European shares fall lower on debt fears—Downgrade of Greece, Spanish banks weighs on shares. 18 May 2012 12:11 PM

+ Facebook shares jump in early trade—After early trading delay, Facebook shares begin first day on Nasdaq. 18 May 2012 11:40 AM

+ Industry calls on NSW to cut stamp duty—Real estate sector says move would stimuluate property market. 18 May 2012 10:28 AM

+ Wall St absorbs Facebook hype, Greece—Stocks mixed on Facebook optimism, growing Greek concerns. 18 May 2012 10:10 AM

+ Asian stocks fall on eurozone turmoil—Japanese, Hong Kong bourses fall after ratings firm downgrades debt-stricken Greece. 18 May 2012 8:52 AM

+ Europe shares fall but Spain's banks up—Downgrade of Greece, Spanish banks weighs on shares. 18 May 2012 8:50 AM

+ UK's Cameron backs Hollande deficit plan—Cameron sees common ground between growth, austerity agendas. 18 May 2012 8:48 AM

+ Obama hosts Camp David's G8 debut—US president chooses quiet, secluded setting for G8 talks. 18 May 2012 8:46 AM

+ RICH PICKINGS: Four challenges for Facebook's new millionaires—The public float of social network sensation Facebook is set to produce up to 1000 new millionaires. The challenge for them now is to make that money ...

+ Beyond a Greek collapse—Greece's contradictory position on eurozone membership is driving the region and its creditors crazy but whether it stays or goes, Germany will face c...

+ WEEKEND ECONOMIST: European stimulus jolt—The current cash rate setting is mildly stimulatory, but given the underwhelming impact of cuts on consumer sentiment thus far, and the events unfoldi...

+ Plenty of fight left in old Uncle Sam—More and more strategic thinkers are declaring that America's reign as the world's top power is moving towards its conclusion. However, their argument...

+ Seaside road trip to Robe—A road trip across South Australia's beachside towns is more fun with the addition of luxury foodstuffs. 18 May 2012 6:35 PM

+ EDITOR'S PICKS—In this week's essential reading guide Kohler finds Australia sandwiched between a mining boom and an economic crisis, Maley explains the 'Grexit' and...

+ TECHNOLOGY SPECTATOR: What if Bill Gates was Australian?—Chances are the Microsoft founder would have a had a lot of trouble turning his ideas into gold if he was born here instead of the US. Unfortunately, ...

+ Aust bonds rise to record highs—Local debt climbs on Europe debt woes. 18 May 2012 5:32 PM

+ US braces for fallout from Europe—Ongoing political, economic crises in eurozone could result in volatile trading session on Wall Street overnight. 18 May 2012 5:06 PM

+ Facebook stock set to start trading—Social network valued at $US104bn following IPO. 18 May 2012 5:02 PM

+ Katter misses NT but eyes Canberra—Party looks to contest federal poll in 2013. 18 May 2012 4:56 PM

+ Qld govt stifles committee chair debate: Oppn—Qld Labor leader says Oppn should appoint chair, as per recommendation. 18 May 2012 4:53 PM

+ Aust stocks close in red for 2012—Local stock market tumbles, gives up all gains accrued through 2012 amid lingering political uncertainty in Europe. 18 May 2012 4:17 PM

+ Spanish bank hit by report of withdrawals—Depositors rush to withdraw money from Bankia. 18 May 2012 4:13 PM

+ Australia, US sign cyber security deal—Deal will allow for greater sharing of information between two nations. 18 May 2012 4:09 PM

+ $100bn wiped off stock market in May—Aust shares reach their lowest level for 2012. 18 May 2012 4:02 PM

+ Japan upgrades its view of economy—Report shows Japanese economy on way to recovery. 18 May 2012 4:00 PM

+ THE LAST GASP: Greasy scandals—This week Greece rudely steals the limelight from Australia's political scandals, Woolworths kicks suppliers when they're down and Slipper may get to ...

+ Labor pride hides deep embarrassment—PM plays up Labor values in speech, refers to 'opportunity for all'. 18 May 2012 3:52 PM

+ Credit markets closing amid Euro woes: ANZ—Chief doesn't expect collapse of any financial institutions as seen in GFC. 18 May 2012 3:46 PM

+ Australia a safe haven in waiting—Foreign investors hold over 75% of Aust govt bonds on issue. 18 May 2012 3:33 PM

+ Ten entertains Eye Corp bid—Network enters into exclusivity agreement with bidder. 18 May 2012 3:18 PM

+ Broken promise 'lowest act': WA Treasurer—Porter slams govt for backtracking on pledge to fund compensation settlements. 18 May 2012 2:57 PM

+ Vic govt scraps $500m e-health system—Health Minister confirms scrapping of HealthSMART project. 18 May 2012 2:52 PM

+ Buffett fights a paper bagging—Warren Buffett's $142 million newspaper buying spree overnight runs counter to intuitive wisdom about the sector's prospects for profit. So what's beh...

+ Gillard confident for Aust economy—PM refers to $450bn investments in pipeline in Australia. 18 May 2012 2:22 PM

+ Analysts expect flat Myer sales result—Department store has taken to heavy discounting to boost sales. 18 May 2012 2:15 PM

+ Take politics out of Ashby case: parties—Senior figures say Slipper case should be left to courts. 18 May 2012 2:01 PM

+ Collapse of Hastie hopes—A deep divide in Hastie Group's banking syndicate over buyout plans for the ailing group threatens to force Hastie into administration. 18 May 2012 1:...

+ GM's Vauxhall announces new Astra—Plant in northern England to build company's next-generation vehicle. 18 May 2012 1:54 PM

+ G8 leaders set to meet at Camp David—Focus to be on how to prevent Europe's debt crisis from spiralling out of control. 18 May 2012 1:46 PM

+ Greek banks hostage to rumours, new poll—Lenders beset by rumours of a run on deposits. 18 May 2012 1:44 PM

+ There was no agreement with China: PM—Gillard rejects reports Rudd feud derailed Chinese talks. 18 May 2012 1:32 PM

+ Traffic forecaster in RiverCity lawsuit—Aecom accused of overly optimistic traffic forecasts for tunnel. 18 May 2012 1:09 PM

+ US imposes tariffs on China solar panels—Govt finds companies flooding market with subsidised products. 18 May 2012 1:04 PM

+ LNP govt far from humble: Qld Labor—Oppn says LNP more interested in gloating than governing state. 18 May 2012 12:59 PM

+ Australian dollar falls to six-month low—Local currency declines on fears over European debt situation. 18 May 2012 12:48 PM

+ Holden announces new export car—Carmaker set to produce new VF Commodore for US market. 18 May 2012 12:41 PM

+ Australia needs a market gas valve—As Australia's large LNG projects come on stream they'll overhaul the formula for domestic gas prices. But unless governments intervene, the market wi...

+ Retravision in talks over financial woes—Company believed to be facing cashflow issues. 18 May 2012 12:37 PM

+ Aust banks caught up in market sell-off—Shares in big four banks slide in morning trade. 18 May 2012 12:02 PM

+ Asian stocks open sharply lower—Japanese, Hong Kong bourses fall after ratings firm downgrades debt-stricken Greece. 18 May 2012 11:55 AM

+ Japanese shares open sharply lower—Nikkei falls after ratings firms downgrade debt-stricken Greece. 18 May 2012 11:55 AM

+ Resources, banks swept up in market sell-off—Shares in major miners hit lowest point since mid-2009. 18 May 2012 11:21 AM

+ BHP, Rio shares near three-year lows—Shares in major miners hit lowest point since mid-2009. 18 May 2012 11:21 AM

+ Paladin's Malawi mine back on line—Uranium miners shares dive as Australian market sells off. 18 May 2012 11:21 AM

+ Exporters breach animal welfare rules—Investigation finds Indonesian abattoirs processed Aust cattle. 18 May 2012 11:16 AM

+ Aust stocks dip into red for 2012—Local stock market continues to tumble; gives up all gains accrued through 2012 amid lingering political uncertainty in Europe. 18 May 2012 11:15 AM

+ ResMed set to start paying dividends—Equipment supplier will pay quarterly dividend of 17 US cents. 18 May 2012 11:10 AM

+ CLIMATE SPECTATOR: Why Abbott has won the carbon tax debate—It only takes some insight from Google to recognise that Tony Abbott's emotive rhetoric on the carbon price has won out. 18 May 2012 11:03 AM

+ TECHNOLOGY SPECTATOR: Time to cheque out of dated payments—While the Australian Payments Clearing Association bumbles around on payments 'modernisation', others are making a career out of innovating around the...

+ New Zealand dollar falls in early trade—Currency declines on concerns about Spain. 18 May 2012 10:49 AM

+ New Toyota chief pledges to keep jobs—Toyoda promises to keep production, jobs at home. 18 May 2012 10:44 AM

+ JP Morgan unit has $100bn of risky bonds: report—Chief investment office builds up large positions in complex products. 18 May 2012 10:41 AM

+ PanAust expects years of production growth—Laos-focused miner upgrades flagship copper mine. 18 May 2012 10:34 AM

+ Major miners shares near three-year lows—Shares in BHP, Rio hit lowest point since mid-2009. 18 May 2012 10:31 AM

+ Aust stocks slump to five-month lows—Local stock market tumbles following big falls on oversees markets overnight amid continued political uncertainty in Europe. 18 May 2012 10:15 AM

+ Abbott denies overstating impact of carbon tax—Combet says Australians will realise Abbott has been scaremongering. 18 May 2012 10:03 AM

+ THE WEEK AHEAD—A light week in Australian data includes housing affordability and skilled vacancies figures, while Myer, James Hardie and Grain Corp hand down result...

+ Facebook responds to ad concerns—Social network says advertisers need to offer rewards to users. 18 May 2012 9:46 AM

+ Target looks to Asia to avoid GST online—Department store plans to ship goods from China to remain competitive. 18 May 2012 9:32 AM

+ Aust bonds rise to record high—Local debt climbs on Europe debt woes. 18 May 2012 9:27 AM

+ Billabong founder backs CEO, will wait on chairman—Merchant publically expresses support for Inman. 18 May 2012 9:19 AM

+ Copper closes lower on LME—Base metals mixed following volatile session. 18 May 2012 9:01 AM

+ Santos CEO Knox warns on LNG blowouts—Chief says local sector faces hurdles to achieve growth targets. 18 May 2012 8:49 AM

+ Knox warns on LNG cost blowouts—Santos CEO says local sector faces hurdles if it is to achieve ambitious LNG growth targets by the end of the decade. 18 May 2012 8:49 AM

+ Gold futures rebound from 10-month lows—Investors close bets on falling precious metal price. 18 May 2012 8:40 AM

+ HP poised to cut up to 30,000 jobs—Move would offset dwindling demand for personal computers. 18 May 2012 8:31 AM

+ Red and raw from a bank bruising—Bank shares around the globe are falling as investors bet panic over Europe's debt crisis will not only trigger runs on the continent's banks but also...

+ MIESF trustee paid by group that fund invested in: report—Meatworkers Union secretary Wally Curran allegedly received payments. 18 May 2012 8:27 AM

+ Future fund takes WA budget centre stage—Funding to be partially sourced from 'efficiency dividend'. 18 May 2012 8:05 AM

+ Asian markets draw ever closer—Increasing interconnectedness in Asian financial markets has boosted the region in recent years, but means a major financial shock would have more imp...

+ KGB: David Knox—The Santos chief says his company’s projects are safe despite the volatile global financial environment and Australia should follow the US model for u...

+ Labor split derailed Chinese, Australia summit: report—Protracted leadership dispute saw summit plans stalled. 18 May 2012 7:42 AM

+ SCOREBOARD: European night sweats—European markets dropped across the board as rumours circulated of a run on Spain's Bankia. 18 May 2012 7:37 AM

+ Aust stocks set to decline at open—Local stock market expected to fall in earl trade. 18 May 2012 7:27 AM

+ Oil prices hits six-month lows—Signs of weakened energy demand weighs on prices. 18 May 2012 7:25 AM

+ Facebook prices IPO at $38 per share—Initial public offering likely to be second largest US float of all time. 18 May 2012 7:25 AM

+ A Weimar warning for Greece—Greece has all the ingredients for another Weimar Republic if it exits the euro and its new currency becomes worthless. But if it keeps some control, ...

+ Australian dollar falls below 99 US cents—Local currency declines on fears over European debt situation. 18 May 2012 7:21 AM

+ THE DISTILLERY: CBA defensive—Jotters shine a global light on CBA's results, while another says it won't be BHP and Rio threatened by any Chinese slowdown. 18 May 2012 7:17 AM

+ BREAKFAST DEALS: IAG escape?—IAG attempts to exit the recessionary UK market, while Coalworks ups its defence against a Whitehaven takeover. 18 May 2012 7:12 AM

+ Fairfax, Gina Rinehart and Dr Marais—Simon Marais, the pivotal figure in Gina Rinehart’s boardroom move on Fairfax, has named his terms... and they won't be easy to fulfil. 18 May 2012 6:...

+ Brace position for a hard China landing—Declines in Australian population growth, workforce participation rates and average hours worked mean we must boost productivity in order to withstand...

+ ACCC to probe clothing importers—Importers accused of exclusive dealing, price controls. 18 May 2012 6:32 AM

+ BHP likely to meet Olympic Dam deadline: Weatherill—Miner to reassess spending plans, but SA premier says project is safe. 17 May 2012 4:08 PM

+ EU confident Europe will overcome crisis—Europe is "on the right track": Barroso. 17 May 2012 3:53 PM

+ Big banks may have to raise $572bn: Fitch—Capital rules could prevent dividend hikes, share buybacks. 17 May 2012 3:51 PM

+ Facebook likely to price shares at $US38: report—Investors cool to talk of higher price; Facebook responds to GM ad pull. 17 May 2012 3:48 PM

+ European stocks, euro fall on debt crisis fears—Fears of a Greek euro exit weigh on shares. 17 May 2012 3:44 PM

+ Bankia shares plunge on flight report—Report suggests customers have withdrawn more than €1bn. 17 May 2012 3:43 PM

+ Swan escalates class war rhetoric—Treasurer accuses businesses of seeking to buy political, media support. 17 May 2012 3:40 PM

+ BHP coal mines face looming strike threat—Nasser's comments met with anger, defiance. 17 May 2012 3:37 PM

+ Fitch downgrades Greece, cites odds of quitting euro—Failure to form govt, strong anti-austerity push cited in downgrade. 17 May 2012 2:30 PM

+ Slipper staffer hits back against govt defence—Ashby names Carr, Joyce in human rights complaint. 17 May 2012 2:21 PM

+ France's new Socialist govt holds first cabinet meeting—Finance minister reiterates plan to renegotiate budget treaty 17 May 2012 1:56 PM

+ Brent oil price hits six-month lows—Signs of weakened energy demand weighs on prices. 17 May 2012 1:42 PM

+ UK urges action to resolve euro crisis—Cameron warns about impact of potential euro break-up. 17 May 2012 12:56 PM

+ Schaeuble calls for European president—German finance minister calls for stronger political union. 17 May 2012 12:31 PM

+ US unemployment claims hold steady—Despite lack of growth, data suggests steadying of job market. 17 May 2012 12:29 PM

+ Carbon tax 'perfectly manageable': Combet—Minister accuses Tony Abbott of scare-mongering. 17 May 2012 10:11 AM

+ Wall St falls on Greece, Spain worries—Strong Wal-Mart earnings fails to lift investor outlook. 17 May 2012 10:07 AM

+ Buffett makes big bet on small newspapers—Investor calls papers "important institution". 17 May 2012 9:53 AM

+ Bargain hunters boost Wal-Mart profit—Fresh emphasis on low prices wins over shoppers. 17 May 2012 9:31 AM

+ European stocks fall on debt crisis fears—Fears of a Greek euro exit weigh on shares. 17 May 2012 9:28 AM

+ Asian stocks eke out some gains—Investors assess growing eurozone debt crisis fears. 17 May 2012 9:27 AM

+ Small businesses react to WA budget—Businesses welcome payroll tax relief, but warn of larger problems. 17 May 2012 9:25 AM

+ Senators under fire over Ashby comments—Commonwealth files court documents in Slipper case. 17 May 2012 9:23 AM

+ Carr hopeful China will accept Huawei ban—Foreign minister defends Huawei decision. 17 May 2012 9:20 AM

+ Spain in recession amid European drama—European leaders plan video conference to discuss G8, crisis. 17 May 2012 9:02 AM

+ Bankia shares plunge 20% on flight report—Report suggests customers have withdrawn more than €1bn. 17 May 2012 9:01 AM

+ Caretaker Greek cabinet is sworn in—Greek future in eurozone remains in turmoil. 17 May 2012 8:59 AM

+ Aust set to be number one in LNG: Exxon—Petroleum giant says country to be world's top exporter by decade's end; natural gas as power source to be a decisive shift in history. 17 May 2012 5:...

+ Vulnerable set to benefit most from WA budget—Children, the disabled and Aboriginal people to reap rewards of budget. 17 May 2012 5:24 PM

+ Sydney Airport says it has enough space—Mather maintains group has ample space to cope with rise in passenger numbers. 17 May 2012 5:21 PM

+ Rosy outlook for pork producers—Pig meat production on the rise in Australia. 17 May 2012 5:20 PM

+ Crisis-weary Greeks fear for future—Many in birthplace of democracy to return to polls with little optimism. 17 May 2012 5:17 PM

+ Iron, LNG keeps driving WA export growth—State govt continues to pin growth hopes on China. 17 May 2012 5:16 PM

+ ACCC wants more powers on food, petrol—Watchdog warns supermarkets, petrol retailers on price-sharing. 17 May 2012 5:15 PM

+ Lack of European news keeps bonds low—Local debt prices weaken slightly as investors await fresh developments. 17 May 2012 5:09 PM

+ Ashby takes action against Carr, Joyce—Adviser lodges HRC complaint against Foreign Minister, Nationals Senate leader. 17 May 2012 5:07 PM

+ Legal hitch could hit Thomson case—Saga unlikely to reach conclusion before 2013 17 May 2012 5:06 PM

+ WA surplus to hit low point in 2012/13—Treasurer Christian Porter presents state budget. 17 May 2012 5:01 PM

+ WA govt defends public sector cuts—State Treasurer takes swipe at federal government over GST revenue. 17 May 2012 5:00 PM

+ Macklin and Davis meet to discuss NDIS—Disabilities minister, Queensland counterpart discuss scheme. 17 May 2012 4:58 PM

+ Boart Longyear disputes BHP claims of mining drop—Kipp disputes suggestion that conditions are forcing miners to pull back. 17 May 2012 4:54 PM

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