Politics and policy
The PM has pushed back against US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth's call for Australia to lift defence spending significantly, but he may have little choice as conflicts flare up globally.
With rising global threats and shifting alliances, Australia needs to invest in its own defence industry — and unlock the economic gains that come with it.
Party turncoats rarely land on their feet, but that hasn’t stopped Anthony Albanese from collecting them.
Prominent fund manager Geoff Wilson and Liberal MP Tim Wilson are preparing for a fight that may be franking credits 2.0.
Michael Stutchbury stood down as editor of the Australian Financial Review to the surprise of many colleagues last year. He told Capital Brief he’s excited to lead an influential think tank.
The first economic growth scorecard for 2025 will be released, with Treasurer Jim Chalmers expected to point to global challenges clouding the outlook.
Donald Trump may have erupted when asked about the "TACO" trade this week, but it seems markets are just pleased it provides an element of predictability.
Both Sussan Ley and David Littleproud face dissent from within after this week's reunification of the Coalition and shadow ministry announcement.
Despite the backing of Donald Trump and his legion of dedicated supporters, Elon Musk's efforts to slash government spending had little chance in the face of the bureaucratic behemoth.
Angus Taylor and Jane Hume both bore the brunt of criticism over the Coalition's economic policies after its election disaster. But only one of them has been dumped from the frontbench.
Steven Kennedy stayed silent on criticism of Labor’s plan to cut tax concessions on super balances above $3 million. But he revealed he will be personally affected.
Whether it's a real threat or not, the debate over Labor's super tax has revealed a crucial pain point — Australia's startup ecosystem lacks the clout to influence policy.
In an interview with Capital Brief, the successor to Adam Bandt said she will not rubber stamp Labor policies, but will support a progressive agenda.
You can tell Albanese and Chalmers have zero private sector experience, because their bright idea is so silly it wouldn’t be approved by any financial manager.
The fierce debate over Labor's super tax changes shows just how difficult it will be for Labor to enact economic reforms — even after its thumping victory.
In the new Senate, Labor will be able to pass its super tax tweaks with the support of the Greens — but they may demand changes.
A policy that hardly featured during the election campaign has dominated its aftermath. It follows a long battle for reform of the nation's retirement system.
