Finance and markets
Cuffe’s APS Foundation is targeting $1 billion by 2028, backing standout investments like Guzman y Gomez and expanding into global secondary funds.
An influential proxy advisor has recommended shareholders vote against an Illuka director because of her presence on the board of Mineral Resources.
Despite decades of reform, banks still struggle with non-financial risk — weighed down by bureaucracy, diluted accountability and a culture of compliance over control.
APRA has removed dedicated prudential supervisors for smaller banks, despite acknowledging growing risks in the sector — instead relying on an inbox and supervisory panel.
The strong start to the year for Australian startup funding may be short-lived as Donald Trump's tariffs cause turbulence across the ecosystem.
Private credit veteran Ryan Donnar says discipline is key as new lenders flood the market and risks mount in a sector chasing fast growth and high returns.
ASX retailers ranging from ecommerce play Cettire to furniture retailer Nick Scali and more could be hit by second order effects from a US trade war with China.
2024 was extremely tough for fintechs. But it was a dream compared with 2025, with Trump's chaotic policy measures creating havoc for those looking to raise or do deals.
