Geopolitics
Economists think the Reserve Bank will increase rates in May following surging fuel prices. But as the Middle East conflict drags on, the worst of the inflation effects may be yet to come.
Global conflict hit active Australian equity funds but longer-term returns remain positive.
A polling slide for Anthony Albanese shows how global uncertainty and a chaotic US president are making it harder for the government to control its agenda.
An exclusive Capital Brief/DemosAU poll also shows the Coalition gaining ground for the first time in months.
Senior ministers have staunchly defended the US alliance as exclusive new CapitalBrief/DemosAU polling shows Australians are increasingly sceptical of it.
The latest Capital Brief/DemosAU poll shows Australians want the government to keep its distance from Trump as the Middle East conflict deepens.
With peace talks on ice and Donald Trump announcing a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, oil has surged back above USD100. Once again, the only certainty is uncertainty.
