Managed funds stockpile grows 9.1%

Australia’s funds management industry has almost $3 trillion of funds under management, new data has revealed.

Real estate listings jump in Sydney, fall in Melbourne

New property data suggests the Sydney market might be cooling but that the Melbourne market shows no sign of slowing.

New home sales fall 1.7%

In a blow to housing affordability, fewer new homes are being built, a survey has revealed.

ATO sounds alarm about tax scams

The Australian Taxation Office has warned people to be careful about sharing their personal details, with scammers likely to be active during tax season.

Don't expect a big raise, employers tell staff

Workers who expect a sizeable salary increase in the next 12 months have been given a reality check by a new survey.

All Ordinaries falls 3.1% in May

Australia’s stock market has lost ground over the past month, although it has still posted reasonable returns over the past year.

Real estate boom might be over for Sydney and Melbourne

Property prices went backwards in six of Australia’s eight capital cities during May.

New stats show big jump in use of offset accounts

Authorities on alert about housing market

Developments in the housing market pose a “key risk” to the economy, Treasury secretary John Fraser has warned parliament.

3 in 4 migrants move to NSW and Vic

NSW and Victoria are by far the most popular states for migrants, helping explain why the Sydney and Melbourne property markets are performing so strongly.