Finance and markets
The big banks say the social media behemoth has allowed criminals to prosper on its platforms, and urged it to thwart 'mules' who rent out their bank accounts to bad actors involved in scams.
After a transformative run of regulatory wins and commercial deals, the company has secured the backing of major investors in the first big equity raise of the year led by Bell Potter.
The former treasurer and US ambassador has built one of the most successful post-political careers in recent memory. But few could have predicted his latest move.
The steelmaker fired a fresh shot in its takeover defence, announcing a $1-per-share special dividend, but sources close to the bidders have dismissed the move as an act of desperation.
Australia’s only dedicated secondaries fund has put a figure on the venture liquidity gap — and wants super funds to help close it.
HESTA voted against directors at more than 50 companies in 2025, including Harvey Norman and Reece, as they were not aligned with its gender diversity policy.
The Sydney fund manager has accused an American company of misrepresenting its finances during due diligence before a merger with Sendle, which ceased operating this week.
