Opinion

An MBA doesn’t come with any guarantees, but those who complete one see plenty of career upside.

The handing down of the federal budget means most of the Morrison government’s cards are now on the table ahead of the May election.

This first article of a two-part series examines the different perspectives of both sides of the conflict in Ukraine, and how NATO’s charter may have hamstrung the alliance.

Price increases are an inescapable topic of conversation lately.

The pandemic is weighing heavily on those tasked with caring for vulnerable older Australians.

ANALYSIS: The royal commission had very few surprises, other than its failure to draw clear conclusions on some of the key issues or the top people who ran the casino.

Believe it or not, the conditions for diversification are here.

Australian trade with Russia is comparatively small, but sanctions’ effect on supply chains elsewhere could be felt here.

Mark Beyer’s recent opinion piece ‘Is this prudent use of taxpayers’ money?’ asks a critical question about the relationship between the public and private sector economies.

A swing away from technology investments to the opportunities in natural resources could be good news for WA.

Civilised safeguards against tyranny in Europe are proving ineffective in light of Russia’s nuclear threats.

ANALYSIS: The $243 million critical minerals package announced today adds to a seemingly neverending flow of federal government grants and cheap loans for commercial projects.

WA’s largest university is well placed to benefit from a federal commercialisation program.

Defence industry ‘primes’ have different models to develop a strong and capable ecosystem.

The Bankwest Curtin Economics Centre’s new ‘Behind the Line’ report provides the latest examination of poverty and disadvantage in Australia and offers evidence that rising housing costs are pushing many families into serious financial hardship.

High prices and global uncertainty typically focus governments’ attention on energy security.

Mark Pownall and Mark Beyer discuss the McGowan v Clive Palmer defamation case, Forrest poaching, office vacancies, economic outlook, Andrew Roberts, Nathan McMahon, project approvals, land developers and junior miners.

Although small by global standards, there’s upside emerging for WA potash producers.

New residential developments in a holiday favourite are seeking the best of both worlds.

Too rapid a shift to EVs will affect ethanol production, and the farmers who grow grain to produce the fuel.

Collaboration across all sectors and levels of government is needed to solve the crisis in aged care.

The state government has some big decisions to make on the future of coal.

WA’s delayed reopening has hurt the premier’s standing with some sectors of the community.

Employer satisfaction with university graduates is at a record high, a recent survey has found.

Understanding defence exports and dual-use technology will benefit those businesses seeking to participate in the sector.

Perth has the most expensive public transport of all Australian capital cities.

The lack of a major sponsor for the season ahead is more bad news for the local football league.

WA’s closed border policy is creating barriers for business, with recent moves by Wesfarmers a possible portent of major change.

The NDIS was designed as a job creator and economic driver, but is increasingly viewed through the narrow prism of cost.

Political uncertainties and economic headwinds have kept investors in Lynas Rare Earths on their toes.

War between Russia and Ukraine could have a devastating effect on agricultural supply chains.

Mark Pownall and Mark Beyer discuss Acciona's exit, COVID impact, Bankwest restructure, profit results and the state government's commercial deals.