Finance and markets

Afterpay, one of Australia’s most recognisable startups, made history when it sold for $39 billion. Two years later and amid major upheaval at parent Block, insiders say its future is in doubt.

Submissions to the government's review of managed investment schemes, which could affect 'sophisticated investor' qualifications, have been made public. The startup sector is not holding back.

While buy now, pay later and debit cards have dominated headlines, venerable American Express has been quietly growing its market share and lending.

The key to success this reporting season seems to be cutting costs effectively.

But the big four bank has masterfully retained a lucrative government contract to cover public servants' travel and expenses.

The AI boom has propelled Nvidia to become the sixth most-valuable company in the world. Its chipmaker rivals want a bigger piece of the action.

Reaction to the approval of ANZ's deal to buy Suncorp has been polarised with the market split between short and long term gratification (or disappointment).

Canva is known as a great place to work, but some are now wondering whether its culture is, in a way, too upbeat.

The corporate dealmaking community was hoping for a better year after a difficult 2023. An early M&A flurry suggests that optimism may not be misplaced.

ANZ had two chances to overturn an ACCC rejection of its bid for Suncorp Bank. It only needed one, with the Competition Tribunal waving the bid through.